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Joint VA/DOD medical site launches new health records system
The nation's only joint Veterans Affairs and Defense Department health care center began using a new compatible medical records system on Saturday.
White House medical unit handed out pills to ineligible patients
A Pentagon watchdog found "severe and systemic" problems with the unit’s internal controls on medication, among other issues.
Military to cover IVF for unmarried couples, single troops and more
A New York state lawsuit is prompting the changes.
Do excepted service years count toward federal retirement?
Excepted service positions are any federal or civil service positions which are not in the competitive service or the Senior Executive service.
By Reg Jones
Feds crack down on dealer deceit, scams in car shopping
Rules will require more more transparency, helping consumers avoid paying for add-ons they don't want or need.
By Karen Jowers
Earth-mapping agency seeks more commercial imagery, data suppliers
The Luno A push is meant to meet “the increasing demands for commercial GEOINT,” according to Vice Adm. Frank Whitworth.
Lawmakers urge Air Force to shift fighters to guard, reserve squadrons
They worry that if A-10s at Guard bases in Maryland and Michigan retire without a replacement, those squadrons could lose their fighter missions.
How many years of service are needed for a FERS retirement?
The Federal Employees' Retirement System is the retirement system for employees within the United States civil service.
By Reg Jones
TRICARE won’t cover over-the-counter birth control pill
A new pill could ease access to birth control for troops and dependents.
Here’s what to consider when deciding on Medicare Part B enrollment
Before deciding whether to enroll in Part B, you’ll need to consider both your current needs and those you can already anticipate.
By Reg Jones