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Summer is here and that means more time outdoors gardening, swimming, exercising, and attending community events. While enjoying the sunshine, it is important to understand how certain medications can affect your body's ability to handle heat. Some medications can increase the risk of heat-related illnesses, dehydration, and sun sensitivity. Knowing how your medications interact with hot weather can help you stay safe and healthy this summer. Your body has natural systems that help regulate...

The Department of Veterans Affairs doesn’t always require veterans to receive care at a VA hospital or clinic. Under the VA MISSION Act, eligible veterans may receive treatment from civilian doctors, urgent care centers, or emergency rooms, often with the VA covering the cost. Major situations where non-VA care is authorized and what veterans need to know to avoid unexpected medical bills: Community Care eligibility: Veterans may qualify for outside care if the VA cannot provide timely...

Benefits fraud does not apply only to people intentionally lying to the Department of Veterans Affairs. Many veterans can accidentally trigger fraud investigations simply by misunderstanding the system. The VA benefits process is heavily dependent on self-reported information. Veterans are expected to accurately report medical conditions, employment status, income changes, dependents, and other life updates. The problem is that VA rules are often complicated, confusing, and constantly...