Support services for homeless veterans set to expireAid programs for homeless vets will end unless Congress speeds through new legislation.2 weeks ago
Veterans Affairs drops mask requirement for all agency medical officesMasks will still be mandated for some high-risk areas or facilities with rising virus numbers.3 months ago
Coronavirus | COVID-19 UpdatesTroops who refused COVID vaccines still could face punishmentIndividuals could face discipline or dismissal for failing to follow orders.
VA needs COVID accommodations extended before emergency status ends Officials say telehealth prescription services that benefit nearly 50,000 veterans will end if lawmakers don't extend special authorities.4 months ago
Troops booted over COVID vaccines would get jobs back under GOP planThe legislation would also upgrade the discharge status of some individuals.4 months ago
VA to get new authority over education benefits for future emergenciesThe move comes in response to problems that surfaced at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in America.5 months ago
Defense policy bill with COVID vaccine repeal heads to Biden’s deskThe measure includes plans for $817 billion in military spending in fiscal 2023 and a 4.6% pay raise for troops starting next month.5 months ago
Surgeon general urges vets to get updated COVID vaccine nowAging and infirm veterans are particularly vulnerable to complications from the virus, officials warn.5 months ago
Pentagon worries repealing COVID vaccine mandate will affect readinessDemocratic House leaders now support the change, which has been a priority for congressional Republicans for months.6 months ago
Military COVID-19 vaccine mandate repealed in defense bill compromiseThe $858 billion measure also includes a 4.6% pay raise for troops next year and plans to backfill munition stockpiles depleted by the war in Ukraine.6 months ago
VA, HHS urge veterans to get COVID shots before holiday seasonMore than 23,000 veterans have died from complications related to COVID-19 infections.6 months ago
Keep COVID-19 military vaccine mandate, defense secretary saysDefense Secretary Lloyd Austin is making clear he wants to keep the military’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate in place to protect the health of the troops.6 months ago
GOP senators threaten to block NDAA over COVID-19 vaccine mandateThey want troops dismissed for refusing the vaccine to get their jobs back and be awarded back pay.6 months ago
VA study finds Paxlovid may help prevent long COVID-19 problemsThe medication helped reduce the chance of long-term health complications by 25%.7 months ago
Air Force’s unvaccinated instructor pilots allowed to resume flyingIt is “in the best interest of the Air Force” for instructors to resume their regular flight duties, Maj. Gen. Phillip Stewart said in an Oct. 25 memo.7 months ago
VA officials confident they’re ready for the next COVID surgeCoronavirus cases among VA patients are up slightly from October 2021.7 months ago
VA telehealth appointments may complicate vets’ community care optionsDepartment leaders are looking into whether eligibility rules for outside care should change if online medical appointments are available.8 months ago
Air Force vaccine case will remain a class-action, appeals court rulesOral arguments in the appellate case are scheduled for Oct. 19.8 months ago
Unvaccinated cadets ordered off Coast Guard Academy campusThe Coast Guard Academy is disenrolling seven cadets for failing to comply with the COVID-19 vaccination mandate.9 months ago
‘Long COVID’ symptoms could mean major health problems for vets New guidelines from VA officials warn physicians to watch closely for signs of ongoing, serious health issues.9 months ago