Veterans Affairs

A biologist holds test tubes as he works in a lab at the National Cancer Institute at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland, February 7, 2018.

Opinion

VA’s small steps are leading to a giant step toward surviving cancer

The Department of Veterans Affairs has been at the forefront of the Cancer Moonshot as a member of the president’s Cancer Cabinet.

9 months ago

Navy error upends pay for more than 1,200 retirees

A Navy "software issue' has led to issues with the pay of 1,283 retirees.

12 months ago

Veterans

VA often failed to inform patients about risks of COVID antiviral drug

The VA Office of Inspector General said providers often didn't notify patients or caregivers about the risks of remdesivir.

2 former leaders charged for handling of virus outbreak at veterans home

It’s believed to be the first criminal case in the country brought against nursing home officials for actions taken during the pandemic.

4 years ago

Atlanta man allegedly tried to sell 125 million nonexistent COVID-19 masks to VA for $750 million

An Atlanta man allegedly attempted to protective equipment to the VA for more than $750 million.

4 years ago

Former VA official sentenced for federal contract bribery scheme

Official told undercover agent he needed bribes, "so I can have my Christmas..."

4 years ago

Hacker group targeted law firms, released veterans’ stolen data related to PTSD claims

The posted information includes details from VA personal injury cases, pain diary entries, fee agreements and HIPPA consent forms. It is unclear, however, whether clients from the firms are aware some of their sensitive information has already posted to the web.

4 years ago

O’Rourke proposes new ‘war tax’ to fund veteran health care

The former Texas congressman, now seeking the Democratic presidential nomination, unveiled his proposal Monday before attending a veterans’ roundtable in Tampa, Florida, ahead of the first Democratic presidential debate in Miami on Wednesday.

5 years ago

Head of US nuke operations would push back on illegal launch order

U.S. Strategic Command head Gen. John Hyten said he would offer alternatives to President Donald Trump should the president want to proceed with an illegal nuclear action.

6 years ago

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