Veterans Health
Half a Million Post-9/11 U.S. Veterans Have High Blood Pressure, Many Undiagnosed
A new study reveals that about half a million younger post-9/11 veterans have high blood pressure, with many undiagnosed or untreated, highlighting critical gaps in cardiovascular care.
Veterans' Cholesterol Levels Improve Significantly Through VA Quality Improvement Program
A Department of Veterans Affairs quality improvement program featuring health coaches and multidisciplinary teams helped military veterans with heart disease achieve better cholesterol control, with 34% reaching optimal LDL levels after two years.
Dogtopia Foundation Marks Veterans Day with $5 Million in Service Dog Support for Veterans
The Dogtopia Foundation has raised over $5 million to fund service dogs for more than 700 veteran teams nationwide, highlighting the measurable benefits these companions provide for veterans with PTSD.
North Austin Organizations Partner to Provide Mobility Equipment for Veterans and Community Members
A Place At Home North Austin and ShareTheWill Foundation have donated power chairs and medical equipment to improve mobility and independence for veterans and community members in Central Texas.
Northwest Battle Buddies to Celebrate 300th Service Dog Team as Study Confirms PTSD Treatment Benefits
Northwest Battle Buddies' milestone of pairing 300 service dogs with combat veterans comes as a landmark study validates the significant therapeutic impact these dogs provide in reducing PTSD symptoms and improving veterans' quality of life.
Salute to Heroes Gala to Raise Funds for Veteran Suicide Prevention Through Service Dogs
The annual Salute to Heroes Gala on February 21, 2026, will support K9s For Warriors' mission to end veteran suicide by providing service dogs to those suffering from PTSD and trauma.
Volunteers of America Hosts 22nd Annual Legends Golf Tournament Featuring PGA Champion Craig Stadler
The 22nd Annual Legends Golf Tournament, featuring PGA champion Craig Stadler, aims to raise crucial funds for Volunteers of America's essential services supporting veterans and individuals in need across Colorado.
Annual Purple Heart Day Banquet Highlights Concerns Over Veterans' Mental Health Treatment
The Citizens Commission on Human Rights hosted its annual Purple Heart Day banquet, emphasizing the need for non-drug-based treatments for veterans with PTSD and criticizing the over-reliance on antidepressants.
Senate Approves Groundbreaking Research on Military Gambling Addiction
The Senate Appropriations Committee has approved a provision to include gambling addiction research in the Department of Defense's Peer-Reviewed Medical Research Program, addressing a critical gap in behavioral health support for servicemembers and veterans.
Historic Photograph of Fort Howard Veteran’s Hospital Highlights A. Aubrey Bodine's Legacy
The article explores the significance of A. Aubrey Bodine's photograph of the first operation at Fort Howard Veteran’s Hospital in 1944, shedding light on his contributions to pictorial photography and the preservation of historical moments.
Virtue Recovery Center: Addressing Veteran Suicide and Mental Health through Personalized Care
Virtue Recovery Center offers specialized mental health and addiction treatment programs for veterans, targeting the critical issue of veteran suicide by providing trauma-informed, personalized care across multiple locations in the United States.