Access to mental health under Medicare
Medicare does not cover all healthcare services for older adults; however, one area of healthcare that is particularly challenging to
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Mental Health/Behavioral Health
TeleMental Health helps Veteran rediscover joy
(Source – news.va.gov) For 83-year old Air Force Veteran Alfred Izzarone, having a VA care team diagnose his PTSD was
Read MoreVeteran sheds light on the importance of mental health research
(Source – news.va.gov) For Army Veteran Bryan Billups, mental health has always been a priority. From serving as a paratrooper
Read MoreInsurers not required to cover medical marijuana, federal judge rules
(By: Jakob Emerson for Becker’s Hospital Review) A federal judge has dismissed a proposed class-action lawsuit that aimed to require
Read MoreVA officials acknowledge the need for privacy for telehealth therapy
(By Katia Riddle for NPR) The US Department of Veterans Affairs appears to be backing off a plan to send
Read MoreThe (artificial intelligence) therapist can see you now
(By Katia Riddle for NPR) New research suggests that given the right kind of training, AI bots can deliver mental
Read MoreFor Seniors With Hoarding Disorder, a Support Group Helps Confront Stigma and Isolation
(By Sarah Boden for KFF Health News) A dozen people seated around folding tables clap heartily for a beaming woman:
Read MoreVA’s support for Veterans facing cancer
(Source – news.va.gov) When you’re dealing with cancer, it’s not just your body that’s affected. Your mind goes through a
Read MoreInternational Survivors of Suicide Loss Day
(Source – news.va.gov) Unfortunately, many of us know someone who died by suicide. Suicide knows no bounds. It affects people
Read MoreVeterans get faster access to residential treatment
(Source – news.va.gov) VA is advancing efforts to give Veterans faster and simpler access to its mental health residential rehabilitation
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