Health
Mindful eating
A Veteran’s guide to eating with intention. “I can eat three plates of food before my family finishes one.” “I finished a bag of gummy bears while watching TV.
Veteran News
News
Health
VA Deputy Secretary recaps EHRM update during Michigan Milestone Week
Paul Lawrence speaks with Rick Ivnik, host of the Federal EHR Update Deputy Secretary Paul Lawrence, Ph.D., joined Rick Ivnik, EHRM strategic planner, on the April 14 edition of the Federal...
Service
1st Cavalry Division soldiers will get the Army’s newest tank and infantry combat vehicle first
Soldiers in the 1st Cavalry Division will soon get their hands on the latest versions of the Army’s Abrams tank and the first prototypes of the infantry combat vehicle.
Legacy
How this Air Force spy plane traveled from coast to coast in record time
President Lyndon B. Johnson introduced Ed Yeilding to the SR-71 Blackbird. Thus began a wonderful, long-lasting relationship.
Health
Trump clears path for expanded psychedelic research to treat veterans’ PTSD
Sitting at the Resolute Desk in the Oval Office on Saturday, President Donald Trump described the quieter tolls of wars — one that follows veterans home and lingers long after the fighting ends.
Service
Air Force can’t quit the A-10 Warthog, extends service into 2030
The Air Force’s long-beloved, flying tank of a plane, the A-10C Thunderbolt II, got yet another stay of execution Monday, when Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink announced that the “Hog” will keep.
Health
Live Whole Health 314 – Moving in Community: World Tai Chi and Qigong Day
Each year, people in over 80 countries come together on the last Saturday of April to celebrate World Tai Chi and Qigong Day, a global event promoting health through gentle, mindful movement.
Service
This is how specially trained Marines with a Maritime Raid Force seize a vessel at sea
On Sunday, Marines from the amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli fast-roped from helicopters onto the deck of the Iranian cargo ship M/V Touska to take custody of the vessel, the first seizure of the..
Legacy
Ola Mize became ‘the Audie Murphy of the Korean War’ by fighting off a Chinese division
Every war has its heroes, its standout troops that come to national attention. Today’s constant media cycle and proliferation make it much harder to turn even a Medal of Honor recipient into a...
Service
Navy tells sailors to ‘beware’ of dating apps, button-up social media amid Iran conflict
The Navy is telling sailors to lock down their phones and social media accounts as online threats increase during the current conflict with Iran.
Family
Caregivers need greater support to help assist veterans, watchdog finds
Caregivers of seriously injured veterans often don’t know about the mental health support available to them through the Department of Veterans Affairs, which can put additional strain on them and...
Community
DAV statement on Executive Order accelerating review of psychedelic therapies
DAV applauds the president’s executive order to accelerate research and expand access to innovative plant-based therapies for veterans living with the invisible wounds of war.
Community
DAV Launches Digital Resource on Psychedelic Therapy for Veterans
ERLANGER, Ky. – DAV (Disabled American Veterans) has launched an online resource on psychedelic-assisted therapies for service-related mental health conditions.
Health
Telehealth connects Veteran to more than just care
Air Force Veteran learns that a video screen is not a barrier to building relationships Ronald Miller lives more than 30 miles away from his nearest VA medical center, so it’s not surprising that...
Transition
Hiring Veterans: Jobs of the week for April 20, 2026
Editor’s note: This post contains links to jobs that are active at the time of publishing. Most job listings close 7–30 days after posting.
Community
Celebrating National Volunteer Week and the 80th anniversary of CDCE
80 years of VA volunteer dedication Every year, the VA Center for Development & Civic Engagement (CDCE) joins the nation to observe and celebrate National Volunteer Week.
Service
Marines seize Iranian cargo ship, Trump says
U.S. Marines took custody of an Iranian-flagged cargo ship that tried to get past the U.S. naval blockade, President Donald announced Sunday afternoon.
Service
Israel Signals Türkiye as an Emerging Concern Amid Expanding Regional Tensions
Israel and Türkiye exchange escalating rhetoric after criticism of Israeli actions, raising concerns about shifting threat narratives and increasing regional tension despite no direct military...
Family
Military families need more than awareness to address spouse suicides
Reactions to our recent article exposing the prevalence of military spouse suicide were immediate, emotional, and impossible to ignore.
Service
The Army wants an unmanned ground vehicle to evacuate wounded and resupply the front line
The Army wants to get a new ground drone that can both resupply forward-deployed infantry and help carry wounded soldiers off the front lines and to medical treatment.