by Rikki Almanza | Aug 14, 2024
The FDA recently denied a California-based drug company’s request to market MDMA, commonly known as ecstasy or molly, combined with talk therapy as a treatment for PTSD in Veterans. Lykos Therapeutics, located in San Jose, had submitted the application, which received...
by Rikki Almanza | Aug 2, 2024
The VA has redesigned the Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry, Burn Pit Research Registry, to better understand, research, and improve treatment for health issues affecting Veterans exposed to airborne hazards and burn pits during their service. This registry...
by Rikki Almanza | Jul 24, 2024
American Legion posts, districts, and departments are encouraged to host Be the One events, such as walks. A new how-to video is available to help you get started.Newly elected Department of Wisconsin Commander Jim Johnson shares best practices for conducting a Be the...
by Rikki Almanza | Jul 23, 2024
The 2024 American Legion National Convention mobile app is now available as a free download from the Apple Store and Google Play store.The app provides registration information, maps of convention hotels and New Orleans, and a link to the latest convention news. As...
by Rikki Almanza | Jul 3, 2024
A recent study by the RAND Epstein Family Veterans Policy Research Institute has uncovered significant gaps and inefficiencies in federal programs intended to assist Service Members transitioning to civilian life. Challenges Faced by Transitioning Service Members...