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American Legion Auxiliary marks 75th year of Toy & Gift Shop supporting Veterans during holidays

For 75 years, the American Legion Auxiliary (ALA) has been making the holidays brighter for veterans and their families with its annual Toy & ...

Social Security Fairness Act sends billions to retirees as WEP and GPO repeal triggers massive benefit increases

Social Security Fairness Act sends billions to retirees as WEP and GPO repeal triggers massive benefit increases

A significant change to the Social Security system quietly passed into law on January 5, 2025. The Social Security Fairness Act (SSFA), tucked away ...

VA Disability Compensation 2026 Increase

VA Disability Compensation 2026 Increase: What Veterans Need to Know

Veterans with service-connected disabilities can expect an increase in their monthly payments starting in 2026. This increase is due to a 2.8 percent cost-of-living ...

PFAS on Military Bases

PFAS on Military Bases: Health Risks, Affected Sites, and What Veterans Can Do

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances commonly known as PFAS have emerged as one of the most serious environmental and public health threats linked to U.S. ...

Logistics Vehicles and Field Support Trucks: The Backbone of the Army

Logistics Vehicles and Field Support Trucks: The Backbone of the Army

When soldiers are deployed to distant battlefields, it’s easy to forget that their success depends not only on combat readiness but also on logistical ...

Camouflage Patterns and Digital Camo: How Armies Adapt to Terrain?

Camouflage Patterns and Digital Camo: How Armies Adapt to Terrain?

In the world of military strategy, visibility can be a soldier’s worst enemy. Camouflage has long been a critical element in keeping troops hidden ...

How Do I Know If My VA Claim Was Approved?

How Do I Know If My VA Claim Was Approved? Two Ways to Check for a VA Claim Approval (2026 Guide)

Waiting on a VA disability decision can be stressful, especially when your financial stability and healthcare access may depend on the outcome. Many veterans ...

Basal Cell Carcinoma VA Disability Rating Explained 2026 Guide

Basal Cell Carcinoma VA Disability Rating Explained 2026 Guide

Skin cancer is one of the most common medical conditions affecting veterans, especially those who served in sun-intense or hazardous environments. Among these conditions, ...

Qualifying for a PCOS VA Disability Rating Ultimate 2026 Guide for Women Veterans

Qualifying for a PCOS VA Disability Rating Ultimate 2026 Guide for Women Veterans

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a chronic hormonal condition that affects women during their reproductive years and it impacts thousands of women veterans long ...

Squamous Cell Carcinoma VA Disability Rating Explained

Squamous Cell Carcinoma VA Disability Rating Explained: How the VA Evaluates, Rates, and Compensates Veterans

Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC) is one of the most common skin cancers affecting veterans, particularly those who served in environments with prolonged sun exposure ...