On veterans: VA scandal in TX; Florida caters to veterans; spreading health benefits info for veterans

A San Antonio VA clinic investigates claims of misconduct

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Scandal has erupted as several VA hospitals around the country are being accused of manipulating wait times, which in some cases may have resulted in patients’ deaths. VA Secretary Eric Shinseki has ordered an investigation, and some are calling for his resignation. Sig Christenson of the Houston Chronicle reports on the situation at a San Antonio clinic.

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A version of a G.I. Bill enacted recently by the Florida legislature aims to make Florida friendly to veterans, and encourage them to move to the state. The law makes it easier to gain residency, work certifications, and to pay for education, among other benefits. Scott Travis of the Sun Sentinel reports.

Veterans get the word out about unclaimed health benefits

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Two Florida who veterans who belatedly discovered they were eligible for health care benefits from the VA are trying to spread the word. Through volunteer work, they try to reach out to other veterans who might also be able to claim benefits and save money on health care, but are unaware of their eligibility. Full story from WINK News in Cape Coral, FL.


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