Meet the kids taking care of wounded veterans
More than 2 million kids live with a disabled veteran at home. Calls are growing to extend more support to these ‘hidden helpers.'
By Jennifer Brookland, The War Horse
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Disabled vets continue to struggle finding post-military employment
The latest survey by Wounded Warrior Project shows a higher unemployment rate for disabled veterans than their civilian peers.
Officer wounded in Pensacola shooting was Marine reservist
The wounded Marine was not on Marine Corps orders at the time of the incident.
By Shawn Snow
These maps can help you figure out your burn pit exposure risk
It can be tough to get treatment for burn pit exposure, but this project helps service members and veterans pinpoint the Pentagon documents that detail their risks.
5 Marines receive Purple Hearts after an October Taliban rocket attack in Afghanistan
Five Marines have received purple hearts for shrapnel injuries they received during a Taliban rocket attack in the early afternoon of Oct. 22.
By Philip Athey
CENTCOM commander releases video of raid on Baghdadi compound, which now looks like a ‘parking lot with large potholes'
The compound — located about four miles from the Turkish border near Syria’s Idlib province — now “looks pretty much like a parking lot with large potholes."
By Shawn Snow
Quality of life is improving for many injured veterans, but health issues are on the rise as they age, survey says
A new survey from Wounded Warrior Project finds veterans have physical medical limitations but aren't seeking care for them.
George W. Bush’s portraits of veterans make Washington debut
George W. Bush's portraits of injured post-9/11 veterans have made their Washington debut at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
By Patricia Kime
Memo outlining supposed changes to VA caregiver program creates confusion, anxiety among veterans
VA officials say the document, which says veterans with jobs are ineligible for the program, is a mistake.
Whether the day is sunny or stormy, Elmo is there for children of the wounded
Helping the littlest members of families of wounded warriors.
By Karen Jowers
Military parents’ injuries are affecting their children’s well-being. Here’s how.
Data shows more medical visits related to abuse and neglect, injuries, and for mental health care, and more days on psychiatric medications.
By Karen Jowers
Serving after service: How getting involved helped me overcome my fears and rediscover myself
Veterans service organizations helped the writer of this commentary to overcome his struggles transitioning from the military.
By Earl Lundy