There's no doubt that U.S. Army doctors are some of the bravest people in the world. And while becoming a medical doctor in the Army comes with sacrifice and dedication, it also yields great benefits. As an Army doctor, you work in different settings, including hospital ships or international medical centers. These may include participating in international relief efforts … [Read more...] about Become an Army Doctor: Here are 5 Major Benefits
New Legislation Will Cover the Costs of Service Dogs for Suffering Veterans
Many veterans are struggling to come to terms with the U.S. military’s withdrawal from Afghanistan, which has created complex, often painful emotions for them. Processing the situation may exacerbate PTSD and other mental health conditions for a number of veterans. Well Congress has passed a new bill, the PAWS Act, to help vets with mental health conditions get service … [Read more...] about New Legislation Will Cover the Costs of Service Dogs for Suffering Veterans
Military Retirees and Disabled Vets to Get Record Pay Raise in 2022
Starting in 2022, military retirees and disabled vets are due to get the largest increase in their monthly checks since 1983. Many will see their monthly checks jump by hundreds of dollars. The COLA (Cost of Living Adjustment) will soon be determined by the government, and all the data is pointing to an increase of at least 6% compared to 2021. TRENDING: Veterans Given … [Read more...] about Military Retirees and Disabled Vets to Get Record Pay Raise in 2022
Alert: VA Home Loan Scams and How to Stay Safe
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and the Department of Veteran Affairs have recently raised the alarm against a surge in scams targeting VA home loans. Fraudsters posing as government officials have employed new and old deceptive methods to scam veterans. Read on to understand these dubious tactics and tips on how to escape the scammers’ trap. How to … [Read more...] about Alert: VA Home Loan Scams and How to Stay Safe
US Troops Shoot and Kill Two Armed Men at Kabul Airport as Afghans Try to Flee Amid Taliban Takeover
As thousands of Afghans try to escape following the Taliban seizing control of Kabul, U.S. troops have killed two armed men at Kabul’s Karzai International Airport on Monday. The news comes after the U.S. took over the Kabul airport on Sunday in an attempt to oversee the evacuation of its diplomatic team and embassy’s personnel. TRENDING: Veterans Given Huge Home Warranty … [Read more...] about US Troops Shoot and Kill Two Armed Men at Kabul Airport as Afghans Try to Flee Amid Taliban Takeover
5 Companies Hiring US Military Veterans in 2021
Given their training, military service members transitioning back to civilian life are some of the best people to work with. They have excellent skills such as resilience, leadership, problem-solving skills, and strong work ethics. Unfortunately, research shows that regardless of the excellent training, veterans still face challenges in attaining basic needs like education, … [Read more...] about 5 Companies Hiring US Military Veterans in 2021
Top 3 Questions Military Recruiters Get Asked
U.S. Military recruiters have one primary job. Their goal is to convince young men and women to join one of the branches of the military. They make themselves available to potential recruits who are interested in serving their country or simply just trying to improve their lives in general. The military offers many benefits to those who are willing to serve their country. This … [Read more...] about Top 3 Questions Military Recruiters Get Asked
Top 5 Military Personal Finance Influencers
What you read on blogs, see on social media, and listen to podcasts can influence your spending patterns. A few military servicemen and spouses have ventured into military finance blogging to guide active service members and veterans. Below is a list of the most insightful military influencers. The Military Wallet Ryan Guina, the author, worked as an airplane … [Read more...] about Top 5 Military Personal Finance Influencers
Pentagon Report: COVID-19 Vaccines Are Now Mandatory for Military
Military To Mandate COVID-19 Vaccination Rights are something American leadership has decided may not overrule vaccination mandates, according to Republican representative Mark Green of Tennessee. Presently, the DoD has stated its intention to mandate COVID-19 vaccines for military personnel by the 15th of September, 2021. Those with health conditions or religious issues … [Read more...] about Pentagon Report: COVID-19 Vaccines Are Now Mandatory for Military
DoD to Start Asking Troops If They Got the Shot — and if They Haven’t, There Will Be a Price to Pay
As the vaccine push increases, the Defense Department will now begin asking all military personnel whether or not they’ve been vaccinated. For those who have not received the shot, or who are unwilling to answer, they will have to pay a price. According to the Pentagon, unvaccinated service members will be forced to wear a mask and physically distance themselves from … [Read more...] about DoD to Start Asking Troops If They Got the Shot — and if They Haven’t, There Will Be a Price to Pay