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Internet subsidy used by millions of vets, troops set to expire in May
A federal program that helps troops and veterans pay for home internet access will run out of funding next month without congressional action.
$50M+ improperly spent on DOD credit cards during COVID pandemic
In one instance, funds were spent to investigate a sinkhole, according to a recent Defense Department Inspector General report.
Amid COVID surge, VA hospitals not requiring masks for all patients
Individual hospitals may consider mask mandates if they see a surge in COVID-19 cases locally.
These are the new pieces of wearable tech coming to the Army in 2024
A wearables pilot will track an entire brigade's fitness through smart wrist devices, chest straps and rings.
By Todd South
DOD to study whether COVID-19 vaccine helped or hurt troops
A provision in the annual defense bill continues the controversy surrounding the vaccine.
VA pauses foreclosures on home loans amid concerns of financial strain
The department is also extending financial help programs to give more support to veterans having trouble making loan payments.
Veteran suicides rose in 2021 despite increased prevention efforts
More than 70,000 veterans died by suicide from 2011 to 2001.
DoD settles COVID vaccine mandate lawsuits for $1.8 million
The Defense Department will pay plaintiffs' legal fees for two lawsuits.
VA urging veterans, staff to get latest COVID-19 vaccine booster
Virus infection cases within the VA health care system are up more than 200% in the last two months.
New Jersey failed vets in state-run homes hit by COVID-19, report says
A scathing federal report has found New Jersey's two state-run veterans homes were unprepared to keep residents safe during the COVID-19 outbreak.
These genetic tests are now part of Tricare’s covered benefits
These preconception and prenatal screenings can help identify people at risk for having children with certain genetic conditions.
By Karen Jowers