Latest "Vietnam veterans" stories

Blue Water Vietnam veterans are getting benefits payouts, but not always the right amount

A VA watchdog found an estimated $37 million in overpayments and underpayments connected to the cases.

By Leo Shane III

2 years ago

Ailing vet’s visit to DC previews long-awaited return of Honor Flights

More than 750 veterans have died waiting for a chance to visit the nation's war memorials since Honor Flights were suspended in early 2020.

By Leo Shane III

2 years ago

VA to start processing Vietnam vets’ claims for conditions newly linked to Agent Orange poisoning

Individuals suffering from bladder cancer, hypothyroidism, and Parkinsonism will be able to receive disability payments for their conditions.

By Leo Shane III

3 years ago

National Vietnam Veterans Day celebrations adapt for second year in pandemic

Vietnam Veterans Day is March 29.

By Caitlin O'Brien

3 years ago

New court ruling could give thousands of Vietnam vets and survivors overdue disability payouts

Federal officials still have not decided if they will appeal the ruling.

By Leo Shane III

3 years ago

VA would be forced to add three illnesses to Agent Orange presumptive list under Senate-passed plan

The proposal, attached to the annual defense authorization bill, would add bladder cancer, hypothyroidism and Parkinson’s-like symptoms to the list.

By Leo Shane III

3 years ago

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