VA Makes Health Apps Available for Android Phones
You can now easily view and share your health information with VA and civilian medical personnel.
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VA's $16 Billion Electronic Health Records Modernization Plan Is Failing, IG Says
The IG reports detailed confusion in the overall implementation of the plan and failures to train staff.
How to Get a New ID Card When Everything Is Shut Down
Most cards can be extended or replaced online.
Veterans on Burn Pit Registry May Be at Greater Risk for COVID-19, Lawmakers Say
There is concern that veterans exposed to airborne pollutants are at higher risk for serious complications of COVID-19.
Another Major Mobile Carrier Gives Veterans Free Data to Contact the VA
VA Video Connect allows veterans to have virtual doctor appointments.
35,000 Military Retirees Will Soon See a Tricare Refund
The rebates impact retirees with Tricare Prime who paid more than $2,400 towards the annual maximum payment in 2018 and 2019.
Miami VA Hospital Employees Being Told to Wear, Reuse One Surgical Mask Per Week
Healthcare workers at the Miami VA hospital are being told to reuse one surgical mask for a week at a time starting Monday.
Coronavirus Relief Bill Contains Nearly $20 Billion for Veterans
The $330 billion COVID-19 appropriations bill also includes money for the Defense Department and health-related agencies.
This Physician Is Using Hormones to Treat TBI Patients
Defense Department Health Affairs officials said they are researching neuroendocrine dysfunction in patients.
Asbestos Illness Related to Military Service
Many veterans were exposed to asbestos as a result of their military service.
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Military Stop-Movement Orders to Be Lifted Immediately at Some Bases
Other locations will lift the order in phases as conditions are met, officials said.
Air Force Suspends Tape Test Indefinitely, Extends PT Testing Pause
The Air Force will not resume physical fitness testing until October, the service announced.
Marine Corps to Shut Down, Cut Back 7 MOSs as the Force Prepares for Change
Marines in several jobs will need to move into new fields -- or even other branches of the military.
Amphibious Ship Obliterates Drone with Laser Weapon in 1st-of-its-Kind Sea Test
The Portland was equipped with the Solid State Laser Weapons System Demonstrator for the at-sea test.
Pentagon's No. 2 IG Official Resigns After Being Passed Over
Glenn Fine resigned after he was effectively removed as head of a board to oversee auditing of a coronavirus relief package.