Majority of VA mental health visits are timely, but referrals lag: WatchdogThe VA watchdog found that 80% of referrals for mental health services in the Community Care program were scheduled within 30 days. By Patricia Kime23 hours ago
Major VA study to examine effectiveness of psilocybin on depression, PTSDThe VA is launching a study on the safety and effectiveness of psilocybin — magic mushrooms — for treating major depressive disorder.By Patricia Kime6 days ago
Their military careers were cut short in combat. Now they’re fighting Congress for their full benefits. Combat-injured veterans argue they shouldn’t be penalized after war injuries cut their careers short, but the cost could reach $78 billion. By Natalie Oliverio, The War Horse6 days ago
Senator introduces bill to stop VA from recouping military separation pay from disabled vetsAn Arizona senator introduced a bill that would prevent veterans from being surprised when the VA docks their disability payments to recoup separation pay.By Patricia Kime6 days ago
Why “set it and forget it” does not work for Life InsuranceMany service members are automatically enrolled in Servicemembers’ Group Life Insurance (SGLI) and then rarely think about it again. By Military Times staff6 days ago
30 days after Army communications overhaul, questions remain about access to information One month after the Army announced its communications overhaul, some military families are saying the changes have made it harder to find information.By Natalie Oliverio7 days ago