A couple of our coalition members worked with the WSJ on this article. https://www.wsj.com/health/healthcare/veterans-affairs-ptsd-polypharmacy-3c9673ac?st=67dvdN&reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink
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Written Informed Consent For Veterans With High-Risk Medications – By a former VA Secretary
https://shulkinblog.com/f/written-informed-consent-for-veterans-with-high-risk-medications
Report: 3 In 5 Veterans Treated For PTSD Are On At Least Two Psych Meds
https://thefederalist.com/2025/08/11/report-3-in-5-veterans-treated-for-ptsd-are-on-at-least-two-psych-meds/
Author LTC Bart Billings asked John Spagnola to write the forward to his most recent book:
How the Media Creates Victims in Our Society In this eye-opening exposé, Dr. Bart P. Billings, a seasoned psychologist and veteran advocate, pulls back the curtain on the media’s role in shaping societal perceptions and behaviors. Drawing from personal experiences and extensive research, Dr. Billings reveals how modern media often…
After kicking six different medications, this veteran now studies ‘overmedication’ in VA care
https://buchanan.house.gov/2023/6/buchanan-to-introduce-three-bills-to-support-america-s-heroes-ahead-of-independence-day Derek Blumke and John Spagnola are on a coalition that is investigating the concerns over high risk medications to veterans, as well as the issue of Written Informed Consent.
A List of Drugs Linked to Dementia Risk
https://www.aplaceformom.com/caregiver-resources/articles/these-drugs-may-cause-memory-loss
My Red October – An Army Veteran’s Crucible to Recovery
Diana Rodriguez believes her marriage, family and life were devastated due to the adverse effects of a medication in which she was unaware of the potential side effects. She has now become a partner in the quest to pass Written Informed Consent.