Found below are a few military news items that caught my attention this past week. I am hopeful that the titles and short commentary will encourage SFTT readers to click on the embedded links to read more on subjects that may be of interest to them.
If you have subjects of topical interest, please do not hesitate to reach out. Contact SFTT.
New Russian AK-12 Assault Weapon Passes Field Tests
The AK-12 assault rifle has passed military field ...
Almost every day one hears a moving story of how Veterans with PTSD and other debilitating injuries are provided comfort and support by service dogs.
Nevertheless, the Department of Veterans Affairs (“the VA”) continues to argue that there is little scientific or clinical evidence to confirm that service dogs benefit Veterans in a meaningful way.
Continue Reading →“I would say there are a lot of heartwarming stories that service dogs help, but scientific basis for that claim is lacking,” said Michael Fallon, the VA’s chief veterinary medical ...
Found below are a few military news items that caught my attention this past week. I am hopeful that the titles and short commentary will encourage SFTT readers to click on the embedded links to read more on subjects that may be of interest to them.
If you have subjects of topical interest, please do not hesitate to reach out. Contact SFTT.
How Much of a Threat Does Russia Pose?
Nato defence ministers are reviewing progress in what’s ...
Grady Birdsong, a USMC Veteran from Vietnam, has co-authored a book with Col. Robert Fisher (USMC – Ret) that deals with hyperbaric oxygen therapy (“HBOT”) entitled “The Miracle Workers of South Boulder Road: Healing the Signature Wounds of War.”
The book is a 2016 Best Book Awards finalist and details how HBOT helps reverse the damage of traumatic brain injury. In a must-hear ...
Continue Reading →In a rather unusual setting: the White House press room – Department of Veterans Affairs’ Secretary, Dr. David Shulkin, announced that the VA “will be overhauling its electronic health records, adopting a commercial product used by the Pentagon that he hopes will improve care for veterans and reduce wait times for medical appointments.”
While many have been pressing for a complete overhaul of the VA’s ...
Continue Reading →Found below are a few military news items that caught my attention this past week. I am hopeful that the titles and short commentary will encourage SFTT readers to click on the embedded links to read more on subjects that may be of interest to them.
If you have subjects of topical interest, please do not hesitate to reach out. Contact SFTT.
Syrian Military Threatens Coalition Forces on Border
Forces loyal to the Syrian government have threatened to retaliate ...
After many lives of many brave Veterans with PTSD have been lost, the State of Ohio has finally taken action against pharmaceutical drug companies for hyping opioids.
According to the New York Times reporter,
Continue Reading →The State of Ohio filed a lawsuit on Wednesday against the pharmaceutical industry over the opioid epidemic, accusing several drug companies of conducting ...
As we gather together to celebrate Memorial Day, I am struck by the outpouring of love and heartfelt admiration for the men and women in uniform – past and present – who have served our country so valiantly.
Often overlooked as we celebrate Memorial Day are the spouses, family and loved ones who continue to support Veterans and active duty personnel with debilitating injuries.
Stand for The Troops would like ...
Continue Reading →Found below are a few military news items that caught my attention this past week. I am hopeful that the titles and short commentary will encourage SFTT readers to click on the embedded links to read more on subjects that may be of interest to them.
If you have subjects of topical interest, please do not hesitate to reach out. Contact SFTT.
Secretary of Defense Weighs In on War with North Korea
U.S. Defense Secretary Jim Mattis said ...
Meet J. David Cox, who many consider “Dr. No” of badly needed reforms within the Department of Veterans Affairs (“the VA’).
J. David Cox is President of the American Federation of Government Employees and is the person most likely to block any meaningful reform within the VA. SFTT has had an eye on Mr. Cox who in the run-up to last year’s Presidential election, threatened the previous secretary of the VA with physical violence:
Continue Reading →Cox was “prepared to whoop Bob McDonald’s a – ...