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Paws with a cause: Puppies train to help veterans manage mental health
Puppies from the group Warrior Canine Connection appeared on a live “puppy cam” to promote managing mental health care for veterans and others.
Five troops, including first Marine, dead from COVID-19 during pandemic’s deadliest week
The COVID-19 mortality rate for troops has grown 25 times in the past few months.
More than 47,000 troops, vets will see federal student loan fees waived
Department of Education officials will automatically grant financial relief to individuals who previously had to apply for the benefit.
Lawmakers beg White House for better security plans for Afghan evacuees
Many fear the already chaotic situation could get worse if U.S officials don't improve communication and screening processes.
Veterans who once sought ‘hearts and minds’ in Afghanistan must now mend their own
Though such a reversal of fortune may have been predicted in the wake of the total withdrawal of U.S. troops, few anticipated the speed of the Taliban’s route.
By Jon Simkins
SECVA: Vaccines are the only way to ‘return to normal life’
More than 500 VA patients have died from COVID-related illnesses since the start of August.
Cost of caring for Iraq, Afghanistan vets could top $2.5 trillion: report
The new potential cost for post-war veterans care is about $1 trillion above previous estimates.
Walking stick company provides a leg up for veterans
A little trip down river launched a business that employs veterans.
By Caitlin O'Brien
Mental health resources are available for veterans unsettled by Afghanistan news
Veterans Affairs officials warn that veterans should be wary of anxiety and stress caused by the tragedy unfolding in Afghanistan.
Here’s what the Space Force’s No. 2 officer learned from having COVID-19
“Nobody anywhere should be rolling the dice with, 'It's OK if I get it, I'll be one of the ones who's not impacted,'” Thompson said.
It’s been nine years since someone took Marine veteran Austin Tice hostage in Syria
The Tice family wants official talks between the United States and Syria about their missing son.
By Todd South