Majority of VA mental health visits are timely, but referrals lag: WatchdogThe VA watchdog found that 80% of referrals for mental health services in the Community Care program were scheduled within 30 days. By Patricia Kime33 hours ago
Veterans unemployment stable despite job market cratering in July, report showsA volatile month of July saw employers shed 23,000 jobs and lay off another 153,000, but the unemployment rate for veterans appeared to stabilize.By Richard Sisk2 days ago
Major VA study to examine effectiveness of psilocybin on depression, PTSDThe VA is launching a study on the safety and effectiveness of psilocybin — magic mushrooms — for treating major depressive disorder.By Patricia Kime6 days ago
Their military careers were cut short in combat. Now they’re fighting Congress for their full benefits. Combat-injured veterans argue they shouldn’t be penalized after war injuries cut their careers short, but the cost could reach $78 billion. By Natalie Oliverio, The War Horse6 days ago
Senator introduces bill to stop VA from recouping military separation pay from disabled vetsAn Arizona senator introduced a bill that would prevent veterans from being surprised when the VA docks their disability payments to recoup separation pay.By Patricia Kime7 days ago
Risk of developing ALS varies by service, study findsAir Force, Coast Guard and Navy veterans had the highest rates of ALS diagnosis in an analysis of more than 14,400 cases.By Patricia Kime8 days ago