Breastfeeding troops can recoup cost of shipping milk during PCS movesA new Pentagon policy allows troops to be reimbursed up to $1,000 to help cover the cost of shipping breast milk back to a baby during military moves.By Karen Jowers3 months ago
Exposed to Agent Orange at US bases, vets face cancer without VA helpA proposed VA rule would allow compensation to veterans for Agent Orange exposure at 17 U.S. bases, but some say certain bases are missing.By Hannah Norman and Patricia Kime, Daily Montanan3 months ago
Austin says he expected his staff would notify of hospitalizationDefense Secretary Lloyd Austin blamed his staff for the lack of communication following his hospitalization last month.By Meghann Myers6 months ago
Confusion, lack of policy led to Austin’s hospitalization secretDefense Secretary Lloyd Austin's secret hospitalization last month is prompting the Pentagon to create new policies for leadership absences.By Meghann Myers6 months ago
Lawmakers set to question Austin on decision to hide cancer diagnosis Defense and veterans hearings for the week of Feb. 26, 2024.By Leo Shane III6 months ago
Some traumatic brain injuries linked to increased risk of brain cancerConcussions were not found to increase brain cancer risk.By Meghann Myers7 months ago
Lloyd Austin undergoes procedure, expected to resume duties TuesdayAustin's medical issue is not expected to interfere with his cancer recovery, according to his doctors.By Meghann Myers7 months ago
Austin back in the hospital with ‘emergent bladder issue’Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks assumed defense secretary duties late Sunday afternoon.By Meghann Myers7 months ago
Austin admits he wanted to keep his cancer diagnosis secretDefense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Thursday that his "first instinct" was to keep his cancer diagnosis private.By Meghann Myers7 months ago
DOD to target ‘forever chemicals’ near Michigan military base — againEnvironmentalists say the effort will help prevent PFAS from spreading across the region near the former Wurtsmith Air Force Base.8 months ago
Lawmakers plan public hearing on Austin’s hospitalization and healthThe defense secretary is expected to testify on the controversy on Feb. 14 before the House Armed Services Committee.By Leo Shane III8 months ago
Austin’s aide requested ambulance arrive quietly to home on Jan. 1The Associated Press obtained a copy of the 911 call made on Jan. 1 under the Freedom of Information Act.8 months ago