Plans for multiple VA medical clinics remain stalled despite fundingMore than $670 million set aside for new VA outpatient clinics in 12 states is still waiting for final plans from the White House and Congress.By Leo Shane III6 hours ago
Senator seeks to overhaul VA suicide prevention algorithm favoring menWomen veteran suicide rates jumped 24% from 2020 to 2021, but some say prevention should focus on men because their rates remain considerably higher.By Aaron Glantz3 days ago
VA employees improperly viewed health records of both VP candidatesDepartment of Justice officials are looking into whether the actions by VA staff warrant criminal charges.By Leo Shane III13 days ago
VA leaders in New York accused of delaying critical medical visitsIn one case, a veteran with esophageal cancer had radiation therapy incorrectly denied for several months before dying from the illness.By Leo Shane III2 weeks ago
VA unveils national over-the-phone emergency care option for veteransOf the more than 61,000 callers so far this year, about 59% had medical questions resolved without having to travel to an urgent care clinic or hospital.By Leo Shane III2 weeks ago
VA to research link between PFAS chemicals and kidney cancerThe move could eventually lead to fast-track disability benefits for thousands of veterans.By Leo Shane III3 weeks ago
