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New benefit could help troops save on out-of-pocket health care costs
The military will soon offer troops flexible spending accounts, which cover medical expenses from over-the-counter medicine to braces.
By Karen Jowers
Pentagon needs to wake up on troops’ lack of sleep, watchdog says
A new GAO study found that Defense Department leaders aren't doing enough to address sleep deprivation among troops.
Outgoing WWP leader sees continued strain on vets, but more support
Mike Linnington leaves Wounded Warrior Project after eight years of dramatic improvements for injured veterans, but numerous challenges remain.
2025 budget: 4.5% pay raise, shift of troops from active to reserve
The Pentagon is seeking hundreds of millions of dollars for mental health and suicide prevention programs, among others.
Veterans Affairs gets 13% budget boost under White House FY25 request
Veterans Affairs programs would get another significant bump in fiscal 2025 under the budget request released by President Joe Biden on Monday.
Air Force PT uniform delayed as Space Force launches own workout gear
Airmen are now slated to start receiving new PT uniforms 18 months after they first expected to get the new threads.
By Zamone Perez
Joint VA/DOD medical site launches new health records system
The nation's only joint Veterans Affairs and Defense Department health care center began using a new compatible medical records system on Saturday.
Budget deal includes VA funding hike, firearm ownership protections
The appropriations measure is expected to be approved by Congress later this week.
Military to offer tax-saving health care accounts for troops
These accounts can help troops save an average of 30% on unreimbursed health care expenses.
By Karen Jowers