by Rikki Almanza | Jun 17, 2023
Loneliness can have profound effects on mental and physical health on everyone, including Veterans. After leaving the military or during later stages of life, when social connections may diminish, many Veterans find themselves struggling with loneliness. The U.S....
by Christian Southards | Jun 5, 2023
Our first California Veterans new roundup for June 2023 features a PACT Act update, the Korean American VALOR Act, the 2023 Warrior Games Challenge, and more. Readers are encouraged to send Veterans-related stories to...
by Rikki Almanza | May 31, 2023
In a May 30 announcement, the Department of Veterans Affairs has eased the mandate for patients and staff to wear face masks in most VA medical facilities. This update comes after a three-year period during which patients and staff were required to wear masks...
by Rikki Almanza | May 31, 2023
Veterans who served in the military may have been exposed to various toxic hazards during their time in service. Recognizing the potential health risks associated with toxic exposure, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is dedicated to providing support to...
by Christian Southards | May 3, 2023
On April 26, the VA announced that over 500,000 toxic exposure-related claims have been filed since the PACT Act was signed last August. Provisions in the PACT Act create a presumptive basis that military service is the cause of dozens of medical conditions, therefore...
