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Who decides what works? Inside VA’s mental health treatment playbook

Why can’t veterans always get FDA-approved treatments through VA? VA's Dr Wiecher explains how evidence, safety, guidelines and resources shape VA care.

By Natalie Oliverio

5 weeks ago

Major VA study to examine effectiveness of psilocybin on depression, PTSD

The VA is launching a study on the safety and effectiveness of psilocybin — magic mushrooms — for treating major depressive disorder.

By Patricia Kime

7 weeks ago

Coast Guard bans kratom, similar drugs immediately

Kratom is not a federally controlled substance in the U.S. and is available legally in 44 states in vape shops, other retail stores and online.

By Patricia Kime

4 months ago

Lawmakers introduce bill to lower drug costs for service members, veterans

The proposal would allow Tricare beneficiaries and VA patients to pay the lowest government-negotiated price for prescription drugs.

5 months ago

Military hospitals, clinics resume billing civilians following 3-year pause

An estimated 137,000 civilians are expected to receive bills for medical care they received at military hospitals and clinics since 2023.

By Karen Jowers

6 months ago

Ecuador readies major offensive on criminal groups with US support

The announcement came days after Ecuador and the U.S. began joint military operations against organized crime groups in the South American country.

By Gonzalo Solano, AP

6 months ago