New DoD Pain Rating Scale Will Help Military Doctors Assess Patients' Misery
The new scale has a familiar look, but will help patients and doctors determine how badly pain is affecting their lives.
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Top VA Committee Democrats: Accelerate ER Reimbursements to Veterans
The directive follows a court ruling that the VA improperly denied payments to thousands of veterans.
Transitional Health Care Programs (TAMP)
There are several Health Care programs available to assist veterans and retirees as they transition into the civilian workfor...
Fourth Patient Named in Probe of VA Hospital Deaths
Federal prosecutors are investigating as many as 11 patient deaths at the facility.
Feds Charge VA Nurse with Stealing Morphine from Hospice Patients
One patient's suffering may have been increased the day before he died, according to charges filed in federal court.
Nine VA Leaders, Staff Placed on Leave Amid Ant-Bite Scandal
VA Secretary Robert Wilkie says swift action was needed in a case where the VA did not "treat a vet with dignity."
Ants Bit Father, Covered the Walls at Georgia VA Home, Woman Says
A Georgia woman says her father was bitten more than 100 times by ants at a government veterans' home.
Comedian Jon Stewart's New Cause: Help for Veterans Sickened by Burn Pits
The former 'Daily Show' comedian created a public service announcement to draw attention to veterans sickened by burn pits.
Court Ruling Paves Way to Faster Appeal Decisions for Some Vets
A ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims could accelerate adjudication of vets' disability claims appeals.
Veterans with PTSD, Anxiety Turn to Beekeeping for Relief
The programs are part of an effort by the VA and veteran groups to promote the training of soldiers in agricultural careers.
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Missing Camp Pendleton Marine Found Unharmed in Texas
Lance Cpl. Job Wallace was taken into custody at a rest area in Navarro County, Texas.
Marines Test Nonlethal Mortar Round for Crowd Control
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Air Force to Institute New Fitness Requirements for Commanders
Starting next week, commanders will be expected to stay in shape, according to Chief of Staff Gen. David Goldfein.
This Tiny Thermal Weapons Optic with Red Dot Is Designed for Close Combat
The Close Quarter Thermal takes two CR-123 batteries, weighs approximately one pound and currently costs about $10,000.
Greek Police Make Arrest in 1985 Hijacking of TWA Flight 847
The hijackers shot and killed U.S. Navy diver Robert Stethem.