A bipartisan group of lawmakers are pressing Veterans Affairs officials to “do better” in dealing with sexual harassment at department facilities, including expanding training on the issue to all employees and contractors. “Sexual harassment not only creates a barrier to healthcare, but to all resources and benefits that women veterans have earned,” key leaders Read More →
In the past seven days, two major developments have transpired on Capitol Hill with regard to veterans’ access to medical cannabis. First the good news: Senators Bill Nelson and Brian Schatz made history last week with the introduction of legislation, The Veterans Medical Marijuana Safe Harbor Act, to facilitate medical Read More →
By: Dr. Tom Waters Veterans Reporter News Since Mr. Robert Wilke has been confirmed by the US Senate and now has the title of VA Secretary, let’s allow him to establish himself as we follow his accomplishments. So, until we have the opportunity to report on what he is doing to help improve Read More →
By Barbara Rodgick Veterans Reporter News On Monday, August 6, 2018, Congresswoman Dina Titus hosted a Veterans Benefits Forum and Fair. The event was held in the Las Vegas City Hall from 2-4 PM. The keynote speaker was David McLenachen, Director of the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) Appeals Management Office. Read More →
VA assumes that certain diseases can be related to a Veteran’s qualifying military service. We call these “presumptive diseases.” VA has recognized certain cancers and other health problems as presumptive diseases associated with exposure to Agent Orange or other herbicides during military service. Veterans and their survivors may be eligible for benefits Read More →