Veterans Affairs
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- Dec 4
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.
Dec 4
- Nov 29
'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.
Nov 29
- Jun 27
'Disgruntled' Air Force vet sets himself on fire outside Georgia Capitol, authorities said
Atlanta's Capital Square became a crime scene Tuesday when a man described by authorities as a "disgruntled" Air Force veteran tired to set himself on fire.
Jun 27 - Apr 26
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.
Apr 26
- Mar 8
Patients at risk due to failed VA leadership: Watchdog report
The veterans affairs secretary said critical deficiencies likely exist.
Mar 8
- Mar 7
VA plan would give every service member mental health benefits after leaving military
“AMVETS is making this investment to place a team of licensed healthcare experts on the front lines where American veterans have direct access to a clinician that can guide them through the maze of the VA healthcare system,” said AMVETS national executive director Joe Chenally.
Mar 7
- Feb 18
The Department of Veteran Affairs secretary is under growing pressure
David Shulkin reportedly spent $122,000 of taxpayer money on a European trip.
Feb 18
- Nov 29
VA took years to review complaints against doctors in some cases, watchdog says
The government watchdog looked into five of the US's 170 VA medical centers.
Nov 29
- Jun 13
House clears major Veterans Affairs reform bill, sends to White House
The bill passed on a bipartisan 368-55 vote.
Jun 13
- Jun 6
Veterans Affairs to revamp how it stores veterans' health information
Shulkin said the move will ultimately allow the VA to deliver better care.
Jun 6
- May 9
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.
May 9 - May 9
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.
May 9 - Apr 13
Conditions at DC VA hospital leave patients 'at unnecessary risk,' report finds
The OIG is continuing to survey conditions at the medical center.
Apr 13 - Oct 5
Veteran Plans to Get 'Dream Job' as Chef After Double Arm Transplant
John Peck became a quadruple amputee in Afghanistan.
Oct 5 - Sep 16
First Ladies Obama and Bush Urge Next President to Prioritize Veterans
"Keep the pressure on the next administration," Obama said.
Sep 16 - Jul 30
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.
Jul 30 - Jul 8
VA Releases Results of Largest Analysis of Veteran Suicide Rates
The VA examined over 55 million veteran records from 1979 to 2014.
Jul 8 - May 24
VA Secretary Robert McDonald 'Deeply Regrets' Wait Time Remarks
Robert McDonald released the statement a day after the remarks.
May 24