Congress has appropriated a $31.7 billion increase to the $369.1 billion spending plan to cover veterans disability compensation and medical care through the Toxic Exposures Fund that is required under federal law.

Gene editing holds the potential of suppressing mosquito species that carry deadly diseases — and raises ethical questions.

The Japanese government on Friday gave the U.S. military the green light to release about 400,000 gallons of treated water from this airlift hub in western Tokyo.

The Critical Access for Veterans Care Act would enable veterans to obtain care from hospitals and clinics with a “critical access” designation without first getting a referral or approval from a VA doctor.

Inconsistencies between states could have cost U.S. taxpayers and Tricare beneficiaries millions of dollars in excessive payments for some medical procedures and devices, a watchdog report has found.

Unexpected deaths tend to provoke more challenging grief responses, and the nature of military life can add to the shock.

Veterans advocacy groups warned lawmakers that payment delays to vendors and staff cuts at the Department of Veterans Affairs are creating delays and barriers for individuals with disabilities trying to modify their homes and vehicles with specialized equipment.

Twelve veterans kept the American flag moving as they ran 3,000 miles across the country and completed Team Red, White and Blue’s Old Glory Ultra Relay in 16 days, a challenge aimed at inspiring the nation’s veterans to prioritize their physical health.

More than half of spouses are unhappy with military life, continuing a downward trend in recent years related to family frustrations over quality-of-life issues.