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VA Records the Highest Amount of Benefits Ever Given to Women Veterans

by Rikki Almanza | Mar 22, 2024

The VA has announced a significant milestone in delivering disability compensation benefits to Women Veterans: a record-breaking 702,557 Women Veterans are benefiting from VA disability compensation, marking a 26% increase compared to five years ago.On average, Women...

‘Disabled American Veterans’ Study Reveals Alarming Suicide Rates Among Women Veterans

by Rikki Almanza | Mar 1, 2024

A recent study conducted by non-profit Disabled American Veterans, or DAV, revealed a concerning trend: Women Veterans are facing a disproportionately high rate of suicide compared to their male counterparts and civilians. From 2020 to 2021, the suicide rate among...