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Can AI Save Lives? VA’s New Suicide Risk Tool Targets Early Intervention
The Department of Veterans Affairs just took a big leap forward in suicide prevention. The REACH‑VET algorithm — the VA’s AI‑powered suicide‑risk tool — has…
Zero Copay, Full Support: VA Makes Mental Health More Accessible
Starting June 27, 2023, the VA introduced a welcome change: eligible veterans no longer pay copays for the first three outpatient mental health or substance…
Overdraft Uproar: Navy Federal Escapes Scrutiny, But Are Veterans Protected?
Veterans and military families thought they had a clear win — Navy Federal was set to refund $80 million in overdraft fees and pay a…
Toxic Exposure Oversight? Advocates Push for Better PACT Act Tracking
Following a July 9th congressional roundtable, veterans, service members, and advocates raised urgent concerns: the PACT Act has done a lot — but it’s not…
Undertrained and Overwhelmed? Watchdog Flags Issues at VA Crisis Line
When a veteran is in crisis, every second counts. That’s what the Veterans Crisis Line (VCL) was built for — to provide immediate, life-saving support…
What Veterans Need to Know About the VA Privatization Push
The conversation around privatizing the VA isn’t new — but it’s heating up again. And for millions of disabled veterans who rely on the VA…
Congress Passes Historic Defense Package — But What’s in It for Veterans?
The numbers are staggering: $157 billion in combined funding for defense and VA programs just cleared Congress in a rare show of bipartisan agreement. But…
No Limits: How One Wounded Warrior Is Helping Others Reclaim Their Lives
It’s easy to feel like recovery is the end of the story — a point you reach and stop. But for retired U.S. Army Staff…
Burn Pits, Camp Lejeune, and More: VA Reconsiders 30+ Toxic Claims
In a quiet but powerful shift, the Department of Veterans Affairs has begun reopening more than 30 toxic exposure-related claims — including those tied to…
Purple Hearts for PTSD? VA Expands Recognition for Invisible Injuries
For generations, the Purple Heart has symbolized wounds suffered in combat — a badge of honor worn by those who’ve bled for their country. But…
Congress Eyes GI Bill Loophole: Will It Put Vets Back in the Crosshairs?
A quiet move in Congress could soon have major consequences for veterans using their GI Bill benefits — and the red flags are flying high….
Veterans Score a Win: Life Insurance Premiums Just Got Cheaper
As of July 1, 2025, veterans and active-duty service members are now seeing lower monthly premiums on VA-managed life insurance programs — giving those who’ve…