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VA program helping more Veterans connect with bank, credit union account choices
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VA, federal partners plan for COVID-19 vaccination distribution
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced today it is working with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other federal partners to develop a comprehensive COVID-19 vaccine plan to ensure VA safely and equitably distributes vaccines once authorized.
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VA releases 2020 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) released today the 2020 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report, which found no significant increases in the Veteran suicide rate from 2017-2018, average suicide deaths per day or total count of Veteran suicides — however, there were positive trends related to VA health care and suicide prevention efforts overall.
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VA, American Kidney Fund join efforts to help Veterans diagnosed with kidney disease
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced today it is partnering with the nonprofit The American Kidney Fund (AKF) to help Veterans diagnosed with kidney disease live healthier lives.
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VA releases COVID-19 Response Report
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VA partnership helps secure permanent housing for more than 4,000 formerly homeless Veterans
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced today their partnership with Veterans Matter has helped more than 4,000 Veterans exit homelessness and move into permanent housing since 2012.
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VA launches White Ribbon VA campaign to promote healthy relationships during Domestic Violence Awareness Month
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) today launched White Ribbon VA, a month-long national call to action to prevent and eliminate sexual harassment, sexual assault and domestic violence in observance of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
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VA breaks ground on American Indian Veterans Memorial at Riverside National Cemetery
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Robert Wilkie today broke ground on the first American Indian Veterans Memorial at a VA national cemetery.
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VA’s Home Loan Guaranty program provides regulatory relief in response to COVID-19
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced today that VA is allowing home mortgage loan deferments for Veterans who have experienced financial hardships due to the COVID-19 national emergency.
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During Suicide Prevention Month VA encourages supporters to “Be There” for Veterans and help connect them with resources
This September, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recognizes Suicide Prevention Month highlighting VA’s Be There campaign, reminding Veterans and their loved ones that small actions can make a big difference to Veterans going through difficult times.
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VA’s digital COVID-19 screening for Veterans, employees, aids in low infection rate
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced today the use of digital screening at VA health care facilities and increased telehealth has enabled the department to dramatically increase the rate of COVID-19 testing for Veterans and employees.
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VA rolls out new patient-appointment tool, as part of electronic health record modernization transformation
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) launched a new appointment scheduling tool Aug. 21 at the VA Central Ohio Healthcare System to make medical visits more efficient for care providers and Veterans.
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VA prepares to welcome volunteers back to health care facilities
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced today plans to gradually and safely reintroduce volunteers to its health care facilities.
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New data shows Veterans’ increased use of online VA health care tools during COVID-19 pandemic
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VA, America’s Adopt A Soldier partner to help Veterans at risk of or experiencing homelessness stay connected
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VA expands funding for emergency response for Veterans experiencing or at risk of homelessness during COVID-19 pandemic
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) today announced it is allocating an additional $400 million of its coronavirus relief funding to enhance the department’s emergency relief response for Veterans experiencing or at risk of homelessness during the coronavirus pandemic.
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VA offers debt relief to Veterans through year’s end
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) today announced its commitment to extend debt relief to Veterans adversely impacted by COVID-19 to the end of 2020 by suspending certain debt collection actions.
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VA offers debt relief to Veterans through year’s end
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) today announced its commitment to extend debt relief to Veterans adversely impacted by COVID-19 to the end of 2020 by suspending certain debt collection actions.
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VA hits major milestone in the resolution of legacy appeals
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced today it has reached a significant milestone in the overall Legacy Appeals Resolution Plan with the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) completing actions on nearly all non-remand legacy appeals as of July 4.
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VA reinstates in-person services at 100 hospitals across the country
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced today, as of mid-June, more than 100 VA medical facilities and medical centers (VAMCs) have reinstated at least one in-person service within their direct health care delivery system after certain services were temporarily on hold or reduced due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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VA launches COVID-19 screening tool
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced today the launching of a digital COVID-19 screening tool to streamline Veteran access to medical care during the coronavirus pandemic.
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VA conducts deep-dive study into effects of COVID-19 on Veterans
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) began a national four-year study on the impact of COVID-19 on Veterans to help address critical questions about the disease.
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Gary Sinise Foundation donates meals to VA hospital staff during COVID-19 pandemic
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced today the Gary Sinise Foundation has committed to providing up to 20,000 meals to VA health care and frontline workers.
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VA lead facilities reintroduce health care services while ensuring safe environment
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Robert Wilkie announced the department will begin to reintroduce health care services in select VA facilities May 18, as states reopen from COVID-19 shutdowns.
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