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VA, DAV, American Legion work together on claims backlog - 5/21/2013
One of the biggest issues plaguing the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is its high amount of claims backlogs. An estimated 878,000 claims are waiting to be processed by VA officials, and many of them are older than 125 days, which is longer than the VA's ideal processing period.
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Yoga used as a potential treatment for PTSD - 5/20/2013
Millions of people turn to yoga for its physical benefits, but one service member hopes its effects on mental well-being could help other troops battling the invisible wounds of war.
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Army voices support for new round of BRAC - 5/20/2013
Base realignment and closures (BRAC) are often met with consternation from many members of the military community, but as the debate as to whether another round is necessary wears on, the Army has voiced its support for the plans.
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Yoga used as a potential treatment for PTSD
Millions of people turn to yoga for its physical benefits, but one service member hopes its effects on mental well-being could help other troops battling the invisible wounds of war. 5/20/2013
Survey: Pay tops list of military families' concerns
It's no secret that the military is in the process of changing. With operations winding down in Afghanistan, thousands of troops slated to separate from service and the Department of Defense (DOD) looking to cut spending, there is likely a lot weighing on the minds of those in the military community. 5/16/2013
Many military families use refund checks to pay down debt
As military families get their tax refund checks, many of them are using the supplemental income to make sure their financial situation is stable, according to findings recently revealed by the First Command Financial Behaviors Index. 4/30/2013
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Army voices support for new round of BRAC
Base realignment and closures (BRAC) are often met with consternation from many members of the military community, but as the debate as to whether another round is necessary wears on, the Army has voiced its support for the plans. 5/20/2013
Coming soon to the military: Smartphones
Mobile devices such as the iPhone and iPad have entered nearly every realm, but the military has remained one of the lone exceptions. However, that may soon be over, as the Pentagon's Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) recently approved them for use. 5/17/2013
Use of solar energy on military bases on the rise
Over the last several years, the military has made a concerted effort to be more energy efficient in a wide variety of ways, with some of the heaviest emphasis being placed on the use of solar power. 5/17/2013
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New York airport opens room for military families
Airports have grown to become an emotional part of military life. Saying goodbye to family members deploying overseas and welcoming them back from their tour take place in terminals around the country, but at Greater Binghamton Airport there is a room specifically for military families. 5/7/2013
Troops take mortgage complaints to CFPB
Permanent changes of station (PCS) can be stressful for many military families. Not only do they require members to forge a new life for themselves each time they relocate - something which is especially challenging for children - but the burden of finding new military lodging opportunities is difficult as well. 5/1/2013
Proposed legislation aims to make PCS easier
There are many challenges associated with being a member of a military family. Along with managing stress caused by regular deployments, the loved ones of service members often have to navigate the tricky world of a permanent change of station (PCS). 4/24/2013
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