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Department leaders announced voluntary retirements and resignations are expected to trim 30,000 VA workforce positions by the end of September. About 17,000 VA jobs have been vacated since Jan. 1. Another 12,000 posts are expected to be cleared out over the next two and a half months. Previously, VA officials had said they were considering eliminating up to 80,000 jobs in coming months to meet administration goals to reduce the size of government. |
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House-approved VA budget bill ends restrictions on doctors from discussing medical marijuana with veterans |
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While VA doctors cannot prescribe cannabis, which is banned under federal law, a measure in the Military Construction, Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies Appropriations Act would let them discuss it as an alternative health care treatment in states that have legalized medical marijuana. A second amendment included in the bill also supports VA planning for psychedelic-assisted therapy as a future treatment option for veterans. |
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VA claims for skin cancer from Agent Orange, burn pits, and more |
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Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States. In 2025 alone, experts estimate there will be around 100,000 new melanoma diagnoses. Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light is the most common cause of skin cancers, making veterans deployed to sunny or tropical environments more at risk. In addition to over-exposure to UV light, veterans can develop certain types of skin cancer from exposure to Agent Orange, burn pits, and other toxins during service. |
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Bench crafted by teenager honors women veterans |
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On the right, Claire Wegner, 17, a member of Howard County 4-H in Texas, designed a bench that honors female veterans. Photo credit Department of Veterans Affairs. |
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The West Texas VA Health Care System unveiled a handcrafted bench donated by the Howard County, Texas 4-H on June 12. The commemorative bench was designed and painted by 17-year-old Claire Wegner. Adorned with service-themed motifs, the bench offers a quiet, reflective space for veterans, staff, and families at the George H. O’Brien, Jr. VA Medical Center courtyard. The bench is a tribute to all veterans, especially women. June 12 marks the anniversary of the 1948 Women’s Armed Services Integration Act, which allowed women to serve as permanent, regular members of the U.S. Armed Forces. |
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If you or a loved one took Oxbryta® to treat sickle cell disease and later experienced vaso-occlusive crisis that resulted in severe complications such as acute chest syndrome, multi-organ failure, an acute cardiac or pulmonary event, stroke, or death, you may be able to join the Oxbryta lawsuit. |
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