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Paws with a cause: Puppies train to help veterans manage mental health
Puppies from the group Warrior Canine Connection appeared on a live “puppy cam” to promote managing mental health care for veterans and others.
Important PACT Act deadline extended amid tech issues
The Veterans Affairs extended the deadline for retroactive PACT Act payouts amid online technical difficulties.
Officials urge vets to apply for PACT Act benefits despite tech issues
A year after a bill was signed to help vets exposed to toxic substances during service, officials are urging vets to apply for payouts before the deadline.
US Special Operations Command retired Gen. James Lindsay dies at 90
Lindsay, who served more than 38 years in the Army, was selected by Reagan in 1988 as the first commander of the U.S. Special Operations Command.
By F.T. Norton, The Fayetteville Observer
Wounded Warrior head set to retire in early 2024
Linnington served in the Army for 35 years before joining the national veterans non-profit.
By Zamone Perez
Opinion
Honoring our ‘PACT’ to veterans
This week marks one year since the PACT Act, legislation expanding health and disability benefits for veterans, was signed into law.
By Rep. Mark Takano
Veterans see historic expansion of benefits for toxic exposure
The first anniversary of the PACT Act, sweeping toxic exposure legislation expanding health and disability benefits for veterans, is Thursday.
Are thousands of potential recruits being disqualified unnecessarily?
The military's complex medical waiver process, which can vary by service and state, has barred potential recruits with well-managed mental health issues.
By Jennifer Barnhill, The War Horse