Veterans Live Among Greater Diversity
Veterans buy homes in more diverse neighborhoods than the rest of us, a new study of Veterans Affairs loans suggests.
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Everything You Need to Read to Get Caught Up on the Veterans Affairs Scandal
A round-up of in-depth reporting on the chronic problems facing the VA health system.
When the Violence Comes Home
Doctors consider how to respond to the domestic abuse of female veterans.
Giving Forgotten Veterans a Dignified Departure
The nonprofit Missing in America Project ensures the "last full devotion" for the nation’s honored dead, its military veterans.
War on Terror Promises Era of Persistent Conflict
The era of "persistent conflict," as the U.S. Army describes it, may redefine the meaning of "victory" on the battlefield.
America in the Hands of a Professional Military
Four decades ago, America decided to both maintain a large professional standing military and end the draft. The predictions of those who studied the matter then largely have been borne out -- and not for the better.
Among Vets, Higher Rank Predicts Better Health
Retired military officers consistently report better health than their lower-ranking counterparts.
The Healing Power of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial
New research finds visiting the Vietnam Veterans Memorial helps vets suffering from PTSD. But a single visit isn’t enough.
Is Criminalizing Mental Health Wise Policy?
Much of the money spent on the severely mentally ill is spent putting and holding them in prison.