400,000+ Veterans enrolled in VA health care over past 365 days, 30% increase over last year
03/29/2024
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VA increases access to health care for thousands of Veterans through nationwide access sprints
03/26/2024
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VA has processed more than one million Veteran benefit claims in fiscal year 2024, the fastest rate in VA history
03/19/2024
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President Biden Fiscal Year 2025 Budget proposes critical investments in Veterans, their families, caregivers, and survivors
03/11/2024
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VA announces steps to increase life-saving screening, access to benefits for Veterans with cancer
03/08/2024
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VA announces steps to increase life-saving screening, access to benefits for Veterans with cancer
03/08/2024
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VA and DOD partner to increase primary and specialty health care access for Tennessee and Kentucky Veterans
02/23/2024
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VA’s National Cemetery Administration dedicates new headstones to honor Black soldiers, correcting 1917 injustice
02/22/2024
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VA launches new surgery initiative across the nation, a critical step to saving the lives of Veterans considering surgery
02/15/2024
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VA announces 2024 Equity Action Plan, new actions to ensure that all Veterans receive the health care and benefits they earned
02/14/2024
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After VA waives copays, American Indian and Alaska Native Veterans save $2.5 million in health care costs
02/13/2024
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VA proposes rule to extend presumed areas of exposure to Agent Orange and other herbicides, making it easier for exposed Veterans to receive their earned benefits
02/09/2024
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VA announces $5M in grant funding for transitional supportive housing for homeless Veterans
02/01/2024
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VA to award $52.5 million in grants to local organizations working to prevent Veteran suicide
01/25/2024
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VA provides free emergency suicide prevention care to nearly 50,000 Veterans and former service members in first year of new policy
01/17/2024
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More than 31,000 Veterans sign up for new VA life insurance program in first year
01/11/2024
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To improve care for Veterans, VA to fund studies on new therapies for treating mental health conditions
01/05/2024
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VA has screened 5 million Veterans for toxic exposures, paving the way for early detection and treatment of health conditions
12/23/2023
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VA adds three new Vet Centers and six satellite locations to increase access to counseling for Veterans and service members
12/01/2023
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VA and the Global Liver Institute collaborate to enhance quality of life for Veterans with liver diseases
11/21/2023
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VA national research program enrolls historic one millionth Veteran, paving way for life-saving, groundbreaking research
11/15/2023
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VA encourages all Veterans and their families to participate in first inaugural National Buddy Check Week
10/16/2023
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VA and 13 community health systems pledge to share data to improve Veteran health care
10/06/2023
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VA awards $16 million to help Veterans with disabilities participate in adaptive sports
10/04/2023
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VA awards $52.5 million in Veteran suicide prevention grants, announces key updates in the fight to end Veteran suicide
09/20/2022
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Veterans and survivors filed more than 1 million benefits claims under the PACT Act
09/14/2023
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VA and National Cancer Institute announce historic data-sharing partnership to better understand and treat cancer among Veterans
09/13/2023
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VA national cemeteries hold National Day of Service events marking 22nd anniversary of 9/11
08/31/2023
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VA on track to house 38,000+ homeless Veterans in 2023, awards $1B in grants to help homeless and at-risk Veterans
08/28/2023
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VA on track to house 38,000+ homeless Veterans in 2023, awards $1B in grants to help homeless and at-risk Veterans
084/28/2023
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Next PACT Act deadline: Health care enrollment for Veterans who deployed to combat zones
08/22/2023
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One year of the PACT Act: A historic expansion of benefits and health care for Veterans and their survivors
08/10/2023
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VA and NAACP announce partnership to improve quality of life for Black and minority Veterans
07/28/2023
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VA and the American Association of Kidney Patients collaborate to enhance quality of life for Veterans with kidney disease
07/27/2023
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VA expands breast cancer screenings and mammograms for Veterans with potential toxic exposures
07/27/2023
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Majority of VA health care facilities receive 4 or 5 stars in CMS quality ratings, outperforming non-VA facilities
07/26/2022
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VA to review possible connections between toxic exposures and acute leukemia, chronic leukemia, and multiple myeloma
07/25/2023
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VA awards $11.5 million in first-of-their-kind grants for legal services for homeless Veterans
06/29/2023
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VA awards more than $2M in grants to memorialize Veterans interred in national cemeteries
06/28/2023
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VA launches national PACT Act Summer VetFest to encourage Veterans and survivors to apply for new health care and benefits
06/27/2023
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VA stands up Agency Equity Team to ensure that all Veterans receive the world-class care and benefits they deserve
06/23/2023
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VA and National Nurses Organizing Committee, National Nurses United sign agreement to better serve Veterans and support VA nurses
05/25/2023
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VA adds 300,000 Veterans and service members from 27 military cemeteries to Veterans Legacy Memorial
05/22/2023
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VA invites Veterans, public to attend Memorial Day ceremonies at 130+ VA national cemeteries
05/17/2022
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Veterans and survivors have filed more than 500,000 toxic exposure-related benefits claims under the PACT Act
04/26/2023
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VA encourages volunteers to join cross-country march honoring Veterans, service members during ‘Memorial May’
04/24/2023
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VA and AFGE reach tentative agreement to better serve Veterans and support VA employees
04/07/2023
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VA reaches $1 Billion in grants awarded to states, territories, and Tribes for Veteran cemeteries
03/29/2023
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VA lowers interest rates, makes housing more affordable for Native American Veterans
03/22/2023
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New VA mission statement recognizes sacred commitment to all Veterans, their families, caregivers and survivors
03/16/2023
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President Biden fiscal year 2024 budget proposes historic investments in Veterans, their families, caregivers and survivors
03/09/2023
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VA to award $52.5 million in grants to local organizations working to prevent Veteran suicide
03/02/2023
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VA increases maximum life insurance coverage for Veterans and service members by $100,000
03/01/2023
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VA to award $16 million in grants to help Veterans and service members with disabilities participate in adaptive sports
02/24/2023
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VA’s National Cemetery Administration leads all public and private organizations in 2022 customer satisfaction ratings
02/21/2023
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Winners revealed in VA’s $20M Mission Daybreak Grand Challenge to reduce Veteran suicides
02/16/2023
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Starting Jan. 17, Veterans in suicidal crisis can go to any VA or non-VA health care facility for free emergency health care
01/13/2023
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VA proposes rule that would waive copays for eligible Native American and Alaska Native Veterans
01/11/2023
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VA will begin processing PACT Act benefits claims for all Veterans and survivors on Jan. 1
12/29/2022
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VA to begin processing PACT Act benefits claims immediately for terminally ill Veterans
12/12/2022
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VA launches national PACT Act Week of Action to inform Veterans and survivors about new health care and benefits
12/09/2022
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VA will launch new life insurance program in January, making life insurance available to more Veterans than ever before
12/01/2022
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More than 200,000 Veterans and beneficiaries have switched to safer, more secure payments through VA’s Banking Program
12/08/2022
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New data shows 11% decline in Veteran homelessness since 2020 — the biggest drop in more than 5 years
11/03/2022
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VA invites the public to dispose of unused medications and prescriptions during nationwide ‘VA Medication Take Back’ days
10/24/2022
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VA extends delay of upcoming electronic health record deployments to June 2023 to address technical and other system performance issues
10/13/2021
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VA awards $16 million to help Veterans and service members participate in adaptive sports
10/06/2021
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VA offers more than $11M in grant funding to provide legal services for homeless Veterans
10/05/2021
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VA Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers expands to Veterans of all eras
10/01/2022
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VA, FDA work together to accelerate medical device innovation, advance care for all Americans
09/28/2022
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VA opens health care eligibility for Vietnam, Gulf War, post-9/11 Veterans under PACT Act
09/28/2022
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VA announces state partnerships to provide voter registration assistance to Veterans
09/20/2022
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VA releases report showing decrease in Veteran Suicides, names suicide prevention grantees and finalists
09/19/2022
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VA to Extend Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers eligibility for “legacy” Veterans and their family caregivers
09/15/2022
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VA awards more than $130M in new grant funding to help homeless Veterans and their family members find stable housing
09/13/2021
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VA will offer abortion counseling and — in certain cases — abortions to pregnant Veterans and VA beneficiaries
09/02/2022
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VA hosts BRAIN Summit 2022 to explore use of artificial intelligence in Veteran health care
09/01/2022
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VA national cemeteries call on volunteers to participate in National Day of Service
08/31/2022
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VA Secretary Denis McDonough statement on confirmation of Under Secretary for Health and other personnel updates
07/22/2022
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VA dedicates new columbarium at Crown Hill National Cemetery, reopening after six decades
07/01/2022
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VA services 10K loans in last year for Veterans borrowing from their life insurance policies
06/27/2022
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VA suspends annual reassessments in the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers
06/09/2022
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VA launches Pathfinder, a virtual concierge to streamline procurement and innovation
06/07/2022
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VA issues correction to Notice of Funding Opportunity for Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program
06/03/2022
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VA implements COVID-19 health protection levels enhancing Veteran, visitor and employee safety at medical facilities
05/24/2022
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VA national cemeteries to host public Memorial Day ceremonies after two years without gatherings
05/23/2022
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Statement from Secretaries Fudge, McDonough, Vilsack and Yellen on continued efforts to connect homeowners to pandemic relief
05/06/2022
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VA brings new electronic health record system to Columbus, Ohio, medical facilities
05/02/2022
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VA encourages volunteers to “Carry The Load” for an American hero during trek across country
04/25/2022
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VA establishes presumptive service connection for rare respiratory cancers for certain Veterans
04/25/2022
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Redevelopment of VA Greater Los Angeles West L.A. Campus represents proof of concept for the nation as a way forward in tackling homelessness
04/22/2022
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VA issues Notice of Funding Opportunity for Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program
04/14/2022
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VA ingenuity affords formerly incarcerated Veterans valuable resources for rehabilitation
04/14/2022
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VA continues implementation of new electronic health record system at second site in Washington State
03/28/2022
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Veteran communities receive latest resources for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis
03/09/2022
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VA publishes Interim Final Rule for Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program
03/09/2022
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VA will propose adding rare cancers to the presumed service-connected list as related to military environmental exposure
03/01/2022
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VA proposes updates to rating schedule for respiratory, auditory and mental disorders
02/15/2022
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VA encourages communities to connect with Veteran patients during National Salute to Veteran Patients week
02/14/2022
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VA funding available to create technology helping eligible service members and Veterans adapt their homes
02/08/2022
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VA delays electronic health record implementation date due to COVID-19 surge in Ohio
01/14/2022
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VA, Civil Air Patrol chaplain corps to support families of Veterans at national cemeteries
1/13/2022
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VA takes action to become federal model for inclusion, diversity, equity, and access for Veterans and employees
1/11/2022
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Newly created VA senior level post to coordinate Veteran homelessness effort in Greater Los Angeles
12/22/2021
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VA strengthens care for Veterans impacted by intimate partner violence and sexual assault
12/14/2021
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VA and Indian Health Service broaden scope to serve American Indian and Alaska Native Veterans
11/23/2021
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VA updates disability rating schedules for genitourinary and cardiovascular systems
11/15/2021
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VA pilots evaluation model to determine potential exposure to environmental hazards while serving
11/11/2021
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VA stands up commission to recommend new Veterans Health Administration Under Secretary
10/18/2021
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VA pushes for employment inclusivity during Compensated Work Therapy Vocational Rehabilitation Week
10/18/2021
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VA adopts new artificial intelligence strategy to ensure trustworthy use of technology for Veteran care
10/14/2021
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Millions in adaptive sports grants help disabled Veterans with rehabilitation goals
10/07/2021
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PRESS STATEMENT: VA embarks on process to design new model to deliver seamless integrated care
10/05/2021
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Veterans Legacy Memorial expands to include VA-grant funded state, territorial and tribal Veterans cemeteries
10/04/2021
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PRESS STATEMENT: VA resumes overpayment notifications, medical copayment collections while continuing to offer Veterans expansive debt relief options
10/01/2021
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VA request for information on proposed rule change published in Federal Register on character of discharge
09/27/2021
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VA makes strides to provide practical resources for transitioning service members
09/23/2021
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Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers to provide an additional year for eligibility and reassessment of certain participants
09/22/2021
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Veterans experience adaptive sports and fitness instruction at National Veterans Summer Sports Clinic
09/16/2021
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‘Reach Out’ campaign highlights programs and assistance for Veterans during Suicide Prevention Month
09/02/2021
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Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin’s Call With Bahrain Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa
06/22/2021
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VA Secretary appoints new Veterans Law Judges to adjudicate more appeals for Veterans
08/09/2021
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VA clinical breakthrough study shows effective male UTI treatments in just seven days
08/03/2021
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VA to start processing disability claims for certain conditions related to particulate matter
08/02/2026
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Secretaries of USDA, HUD, VA, Treasury, and FHFA Acting Director release joint statement on agency actions to prevent evictions
07/30/2021
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VA mandates COVID-19 vaccines among its medical employees including VHA facilities staff
07/26/2021
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VA awards $418 million in grants to help Veterans and families at risk of homelessness
07/06/2021
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VA responds with record number of Fourth Mission assignments to assist America during pandemic
VA Secretary Denis McDonough statement on department’s extension of moratoriums on foreclosures and evictions, as well as new mortgage repayment assistance to help stabilize vulnerable households06/24/2021
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VA responds with record number of Fourth Mission assignments to assist America during pandemic
06/17/2021
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VA Secretary statement on Richard Stone, M.D. stepping down as Acting Under Secretary for Health
06/10/2021
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VA, Salesforce join forces to help Veterans, their spouses develop skills needed in tech sector jobs
06/10/2021
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VA seeks increase in academic relationships with minority-serving institutions to expand health professions training
06/09/2021
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Mobius delivers first of 50 IBots to VA to determine how machines may help Veterans
06/08/2021
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VA’s Rapid Naloxone Initiative recognized in fight against opioid overdose deaths
06/08/2021
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BREAKING: VA plans expansion of benefits for disability claims for conditions related to certain toxic exposures
06/03/2021
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NCA lifts restrictions on attendance at committal services, adjusts COVID safety precautions
05/25/2021
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VA to start processing Vietnam vets’ claims for conditions newly linked to Agent Orange poisoning
05/28/2021
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Statement by VA Secretary McDonough on President’s FY 2022 Budget
05/28/2021
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VA plans expansion of benefits for disability claims for conditions related to certain toxic exposures
05/27/2021
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NCA lifts restrictions on attendance at committal services, adjusts COVID safety precautions
05/25/2021
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VA releases report detailing efforts to address COVID-19 pandemic
05/11/2021
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VA seeks nominations for appointment to the Sexual Assault/Sexual Harassment Working Group
05/06/2021
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VA and SBA jointly support restaurant recovery
05/05/2021
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VA.gov site becomes central login for accessing benefits
04/29/2021
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Enrollment applications now available for accelerated program to prepare Veterans for high-demand careers
05/04/2021
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Law expands Veteran housing benefits
05/04/2021
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VA’s 1 Step Today campaign promotes Veteran mental wellness
05/03/2021
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VHA Chief of Staff, Jon Jensen, takes time out of his video series “Chats with the Chief” to have COVID-19 vaccine-related questions answered featuring responses with VA’s Chief Consultant for Preventive Medicine, Dr. Jane Kim.
These short videos aim to equip Veterans and their families with answers to frequently asked questions surrounding the COVID-19 Vaccination. You can also check out our latest VA blog series, called “You Asked, We Answered,” to learn about more in-depth COVID-19 vaccine answers on VAntage Point.
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Statement by VA Secretary McDonough on the president’s FY 2022 Discretionary funding request
04/09/2021
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VA research reveals link between financial strains and risk of homelessness
04/06/2021
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SAVE LIVES Act allows VA to soon provide COVID-19 vaccinations to all Veterans, their spouses and caregivers
03/24/2021
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VA modernized GI Bill platform soon to be a click away, offering students easier access
03/18/2021
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VA, American Red Cross team up to provide virtual social engagement for Veterans during COVID-19 pandemic
03/18/2021
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American Rescue Plan provides Veterans seamless COVID-19 protections and monetary aid
03/12/2021
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VA releases COVID Coach mobile app in Spanish / VA lanza la aplicación móvil COVID Coach en español
03/10/2021
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VA stands up commission to recommend new Veterans Health Administration Under Secretary
03/09/2021
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VA finance program makes breakthrough helping thousands of Veterans receive secure benefit payments
03/03/2021
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VA-led coalition embarks on combined effort to prevent hospital acquired pneumonia in U.S. hospitals
03/02/2021
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VA to increase participation of women Veterans in genetic research to aid in improving women’s health
03/01/2021
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VA updates musculoskeletal and muscle injuries portion of disability rating schedule to reflect changes used to evaluate Veterans’ disability compensation
02/24/2021
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Latest info on COVID-19 vaccines at VA health facilities
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02/18/2021
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VA extends existing moratoriums on evictions and foreclosures and extends loan forbearance opportunities
02/16/2021
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VA receives additional 200,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses to administer to Veterans, employees
02/11/2021
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VA offers millions in grant funding for adaptive sports to support disabled Veterans
02/09/2021
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VA commemorates 75 years of academic partnerships, improving health of Veterans and nation
01/29/2021
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VA to provide COVID-19 testing and vaccinations to caregivers of Veterans in the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers
01/22/2021
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VA, Israel Ministry of Defense renew partnership to share best practices in Veteran health care
01/15/2021
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VA begins administering COVID-19 vaccines to Department of Homeland Security mission-essential personnel
01/12/2021
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VA expands access to telehealth services during COVID-19 pandemic for older, rural and homeless Veterans
01/06/2021
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VA publishes final regulation to improve delivery of prosthetic and sensory aids services
01/05/2021
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VA resumes overpayment notifications while continuing relief options for Veterans
12/30/2020
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href=”https://www.portland.va.gov/PORTLAND/features/VA_Portland_COVID_Vaccine_Update.asp”> VA publishes federal government’s first Employee Experience journey map
12/22/2020
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VA, American Lung Association partner to help Veterans diagnosed with lung disease
12/18/2020
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VA employees volunteer in droves to answer nation’s call to support communities hard-hit by COVID-19
12/18/2020
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VA announces joint final rule on Equal Treatment of Faith-Based Organizations in VA-Supported Social Service Programs
12/14/2020
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VA encourages Veterans to leave smoking behind during annual Great American Smokeout
11/20/2020
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VA chief research officer receives award for advancing prostate cancer research for Veterans
11/17/2020
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VA, America Salutes You partner to bring attention to suicide prevention resources
11/16/2020
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VA confirms authority for its health care professionals to practice across state lines
11/13/2020
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VA, Prostate Cancer Foundation to expand genetic services to Veterans through nursing research pilot initiative
11/09/2020
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VA, American Kidney Fund join efforts to help Veterans diagnosed with kidney disease
11/09/2020
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VA recognizes 2020 Robert L. Jesse Award winner for innovative steps in expanding telehealth access for Veterans
11/03/2020
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New report highlights VA’s role in IT innovation, key to successful coronavirus pandemic response
11/04/2020
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VA, Duke University and Baylor College of Medicine launch partnership to enhance breast cancer treatment for Veterans
11/02/2020
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VA partnership helps secure permanent housing for more than 4,000 formerly homeless Veterans
10/30/2020
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VA launches new electronic health record system in Pacific Northwest in mission to modernize care for Veterans
10/27/2020
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VA reaches milestone, completing nearly half of Blue Water Navy disability claims received since beginning of year
10/26/2020
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#VetResources is a weekly newsletter for Veterans, their Families, Caregivers and Survivors.
10/21/2020
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VA creates National Women Veterans Oncology System of Excellence in fight against breast cancer
10/20/2020
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Secretary Wilkie Thanks President Trump for Making “988” America’s New National Suicide Prevention Number
10/17/2020
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VA’s Transition Assistance Program Participant Guide honored by marketing association
10/16/2020
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VA completes secure transfer of Veteran data ahead of new electronic health record launch
10/15/2020
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VA dedicates Cheyenne National Cemetery in Wyoming
10/08/2020
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VA awards contract for Region 5 of Community Care Network to increase Veteran access to health care in Alaska
10/08/2020
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VA resumes in-person benefits services halted by the COVID-19 response
10/07/2020
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Online Healthy Teaching Kitchen
10/06/2020
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VA recognizes 2020 Worthen Award winners for excellence in health professions education
10/06/2020
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VA launches program to send caring letters to 90,000 Veterans
10/05/2020
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