Million Vet Program nears millionth enrollment, eyes continued growthThe 12-year-old program has cultivated a massive database of genetic information for health researchers.By Leo Shane III5 weeks ago
VA medical testing on dogs gets support and criticism in new reportDepartment officials have reduced such tests in recent years but insist some canine experiments are still needed for medical breakthroughs.By Leo Shane III3 years ago
Lawmakers want more VA research into medical marijuana, but lack agreement on path aheadHouse members are reviewing separate bills both aimed at forcing administration officials to study the illegal substance for medical purposes.By Leo Shane III5 years ago
New in 2019: Advocates hope to reignite debate over long-term effects of burn pitsVeterans worry that the public still doesn't understand the long-term health effects of exposure to the waste fires.By Leo Shane III5 years ago
New bill would push VA to conduct more research into medical marijuanaThe idea has the support of key House Democrats and Republicans, and could produce wide-ranging information on the medical benefits of cannabis.By Leo Shane III6 years ago
Animal testing debate pits injured veterans against dogsVeterans advocates are pushing back on a House plan to severely limit medical testing on dogs at the Department of Veterans Affairs, saying it will cut off vital research for America’s wounded warriors.By Leo Shane III6 years ago
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