Bill would make it easier for veterans who signed secrecy oaths for covert ops to obtain back benefits

The OATH Act would lift a mandate that requires veterans to apply for benefits within one year of leaving military service to receive compensation dating back to their discharge. It specifically identifies Vietnam-era service members who were human test subjects from the mid-1950s to the early 1970s.

Most supplements aren’t worth your money; this one is

Studies have shown that psyllium may lower cholesterol, dampen glucose spikes, help us stay full longer, and even aid in treating diarrhea and constipation.

Early physical therapy is better for concussions, study indicates

Those who participated in early physical therapy reported less dizziness, and their concussion symptoms improved sooner than their counterparts who waited for PT.

Veteran suicides often follow complaints of chronic pain, insomnia and physical problems, report finds

Findings showed nearly 55% of 2,654 veterans whose records were studied by the VA and who took their own lives had reported pain problems in the year before they died.

Flesh-eating parasite with ‘sharp mouth hooks’ has US on alert for first time since 1966

A recent detection of a flesh-eating parasite in southern Mexico has U.S. officials concerned that the previously eradicated New World Screwworm (NWS) could make its way back into the country for the first time since the 1960s.

Anxiety and PTSD among mental health diagnoses on the rise, military researchers say

Diagnoses for mental disorders among U.S. service members increased nearly 40% in a five-year period that partly overlapped with the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new report that military researchers say demonstrates a growing need for health services.

In a first, surgical robots learned tasks by watching videos

Robots have been trained to perform surgical tasks with the skill of human doctors, even learning to correct their own mistakes during surgeries.

Controversial red dye found in candy, drinks and snacks could soon be banned

The FDA is weighing a ban on red dye No. 3, a synthetic dye used in some foods and drinks after concerns have been raised over its potential health risks.

Children’s Hospital signs deal with insurer to maintain continuity of care for Colorado military families

Children’s Hospital Colorado signed an agreement this week with TriWest Healthcare Alliance to remain in network with Tricare, which will ensure that Children’s medical services for uniformed service members, retirees and their families in Colorado don’t lapse.

15 million adults face elevated risk of heart failure

The study highlighted interventions to reduce heart failure risk — most notably hypertension control and weight loss.