Veterans Affairs

Veterans group calls for multi-agency investigation after 3 vets killed themselves at VA facilities in 5-day span

American Veterans is calling for a multi-agency investigation into what they're calling a "suicide epidemic among veterans and service members."

'Nothing could be further than the truth': VA officials contest report that underpaid veterans would not be reimbursed after August backlog

Officials from the Department of Veteran Affairs sought to correct conflicting reports Thursday that they would not reimburse underpaid vets from an August backlog.

Study toxic exposure, vaccines in 9/11 and Gulf War veterans, scientists say

Scientists call on lawmakers and the Department of Veterans Affairs to fund a new program to study generational health effects among Gulf War and post-9/11 veterans.

Dems say allegations against VA nominee include wrecking government car while drunk, unethical behavior

A new document alleges the VA secretary nominee overzealously prescribed painkillers, was described as unethical and once drunkenly crashed a government car.

Patients at risk due to failed VA leadership: Watchdog report

The Department of Veteran Affairs secretary is under growing pressure

David Shulkin reportedly spent $122,000 of taxpayer money on a European trip.

VA took years to review complaints against doctors in some cases, watchdog says

House clears major Veterans Affairs reform bill, sends to White House

Veterans Affairs to revamp how it stores veterans' health information

Shulkin said the move will ultimately allow the VA to deliver better care.

Veteran's and service dog's cross-country walk casts light on PTSD

Navy veteran Joe Copeland, along with his service dog Molly, hopes to inspire others with his long journey and raise awareness about post-traumatic stress disorder.

Veteran's and service dog's cross-country walk casts light on PTSD

Navy veteran Joe Copeland hopes to inspire others with his long journey.

Conditions at DC VA hospital leave patients 'at unnecessary risk,' report finds

The OIG is continuing to survey conditions at the medical center.

Veteran Plans to Get 'Dream Job' as Chef After Double Arm Transplant

John Peck became a quadruple amputee in Afghanistan.

First Ladies Obama and Bush Urge Next President to Prioritize Veterans

"Keep the pressure on the next administration," Obama said.

Report: VA Spent Millions on Costly Art as Veterans Waited for Care

More than $1 million was spent for a courtyard and sculpture at a Palo Alto facility.

VA Releases Results of Largest Analysis of Veteran Suicide Rates