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Rikki Almanza
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Study Finds Higher Levels of ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Younger Veterans
A new study found that Veterans aged 20 to 39 had significantly higher blood levels of PFAS “forever chemicals” than civilians of the same age.
Federal Judge Upholds $6.6 Million Award to Army Veteran in LAPD Lawsuit
Federal judge upholds a $6.6 million jury award to Army Veteran Slade Douglas after rejecting most of a post-trial challenge from Los Angeles and two...
Highlights from The American Legion’s 107th National Convention, Part 2
The American Legion’s 107th National Convention featured major fundraising, POW/MIA recovery efforts, support for student Veterans, community service, and national honors.
Highlights from The American Legion’s 107th National Convention, Part 1
The American Legion’s 107th National Convention focused on new leadership, Veterans benefits, VA health care, TCAVA, and Veteran suicide prevention.
One-Third of Veteran Disability Reduction Cases Had Errors, VA’s Own Inspector General Finds
A VA watchdog found errors in about 34% of reviewed cases involving proposed reductions and other adverse changes to Veterans’ disability compensation.
Veterans Push VA for Dedicated Gulf War Illness Disability Rating
Veterans are urging the VA to establish a dedicated disability rating for Gulf War Illness following the creation of a federal diagnostic code for the...
Postcard Scam Uses Fake Benefits Program to Target Veterans
Veterans are being warned about a mail scam that uses official-looking postcards to promise additional VA benefits and monthly payments.
VA Changes Claims Process for Veterans Affected by 1973 Records Fire
The VA has updated its claims process for Veterans whose military records were lost or damaged in the 1973 National Personnel Records Center fire.
Some Veterans Wait 56 Days for Mental Health Care Outside the VA
A VA watchdog report found that some Veterans referred for community mental health care faced scheduling delays and waited an average of 56 days for...
VA Begins Psilocybin Trial for Veterans With Treatment-Resistant Depression
The VA has launched a trial studying psilocybin for Veterans with treatment-resistant depression, including those with PTSD.
