This Friday, policy and medical experts, a famous comedian, and a former Department of Veterans Affairs secretary are gathering to discuss toxic exposure among veterans and the reforms that are necessary to provide affected veterans with treatment and resources. According to an article published by Stars and Stripes, “Hosted by the nonprofit organization Burn Pits…
The Department of Veterans Affairs has announced that they will not appeal a January court ruling that will likely pave the way for “Blue Water Navy” veterans to receive Agent Orange benefits. According to an article published by Military.com, “VA Secretary Robert Wilkie told members of the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee that he will recommend the Justice Department not fight the decision, handing…
This month, the Burn Pit Registry Enhancement Act was passed which will allow family members of deceased veterans to enter cause of death in the registry. This will aid the registry in becoming a useful tool for researching the health effects of toxic exposure on veterans. According to an article published by Stripes.com, “burn pits…
