Department policies mandate waits of up to 30 days for VA care before outside options can be considered. There's a lack of hard information on why propensity to serve is falling, and whether there's an ideological shift in attitude toward military service. The thought behind the program is erect a barrier between a person’s suicidal impulse and taking action on that impulse. Department leaders are looking into whether eligibility rules for outside care should change if online medical appointments are available. The analysis says more data is needed to monitor the value of the fast-growing outside care options for veterans. The data is designed to help veterans see which VA facilities have nearby medical appointments. Those who agree early for a five-year obligation will receive the largest bonuses. Enlisted sailors with nuclear ratings will now complete an initial 54-month sea tour, then reenlist for a shore tour. More than 600 deceased providers were included on VA's Community Care list. The additional two weeks of training will be spent completing a “Sailor for Life” module that targets the conversion from civilian to sailor. Load More