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VA honors lives lost, American heroism on 20th anniversary of 9/11
WASHINGTON — In commemoration of the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks against the U.S., the Department of Veterans Affairs will host several tributes throughout its enterprise to recognize loved ones lost, loved ones injured and those forever changed by the tragic events.Military & Veterans News
Secretary of Defense Austin Issues Guidance for Mandatory Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination of Department of Defense Service Members
Today, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III issued a memorandum for Mandatory Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination of Department of Defense Service Members.
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VA expands rental support, increasing housing options for Veterans
WASHINGTON — The Department of Veterans Affairs has expanded the Shallow Subsidy initiative and will grant $200 million to 238 nonprofit organizations across the country and territories to provide housing rental assistance to extremely and very low-income Veteran households eligible under VA’s Supportive Services for Veteran Families program.
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VA spotlights special benefits for elderly wartime Veteran population
WASHINGTON — As a follow up to National Financial Awareness Day, Aug. 14, the Department of Veterans Affairs is launching an awareness campaign to inform elderly wartime Veterans and their families of their lesser-known pension, funeral, burial and survivor benefits.
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VA mandates COVID-19 vaccines among its medical employees including VHA facilities staff
WASHINGTON — July 26 Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough announced he will make COVID-19 vaccines mandatory for Title 38 VA health care personnel — including physicians, dentists, podiatrists, optometrists, registered nurses, physician assistants, expanded-function dental auxiliaries and chiropractors — who work in Veterans Health Administration facilities, visit VHA facilities or provide direct care to those VA serves.
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VA announces new options to help Veterans avoid foreclosure
WASHINGTON — The Department of Veterans Affairs is offering a new COVID-19 Refund Modification option to assist Veterans who require a significant reduction in their monthly mortgage payments because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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'Women Veteran Boot Camp Accelerator' empowers entrepreneurs
The Department of Veterans Affairs and the PenFed Foundation brought together 80 women Veteran entrepreneurs for a six-month accelerator program, July 13 that would prepare them for sustainability and growth in federal and commercial marketplaces
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Independent Review Commission Recommendations on Countering Sexual Assault in the Military
Today, the department released the Secretary of Defense’s guidance on, and the recommendations from, the Independent Review Commission (IRC) on Sexual Assault in the Military.
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DOD Hosts Virtual Hiring Fair for Military Spouses
The Department of Defense Military Spouse Employment Partnership will host its fifth virtual hiring fair for military spouses on June 16, 2021.
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VA seeks increase in academic relationships with minority-serving institutions to expand health professions training
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs hosted the 2021 Minority Summit: The Power of Collaborating with VA, June 9, to strengthen and expand its relationships with minority-serving colleges, universities and medical schools, and professional organizations.
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VA’s Rapid Naloxone Initiative recognized in fight against opioid overdose deaths
WASHINGTON — A life-saving initiative developed by the Department of Veterans Affairs is recognized as the 2020 recipient of the John M. Eisenberg National Level Innovation in Patient Safety and Quality Award by The Joint Commission and the National Quality Forum.
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DOD Launches Enhanced Website for Military Spouses
The Department of Defense launched its newly-enhanced MySECO website, putting career and education resources at the fingertips of military spouses easier and faster than ever.
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VA to re-adjudicate Veteran and survivor claims for possible herbicide exposure
WASHINGTON — Veterans who were previously denied service connection for an herbicide related presumptive condition due to lack of in-country Vietnam service will have their claims automatically readjudicated by VA.
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VA offering walk-in COVID-19 vaccinations nationwide
WASHINGTON — All Department of Veterans Affairs facilities and clinics that administer COVID-19 vaccines are accepting walk-ins for eligible Veterans, spouses and caregivers.
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VA seeks nominations for appointment to the Sexual Assault/Sexual Harassment Working Group
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs published a notice, May 6, in the Federal Register requesting nominations for a one-year appointment to the VA Secretary’s Sexual Assault/Sexual Harassment Prevention and Response Working Group.
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Premium reductions coming to enrollees of Veterans’ Group Life Insurance
WASHINGTON — All Veterans insured under Veterans’ Group Life Insurance (VGLI) will receive a reduction in premiums effective April 1, ensuring that VGLI remains a cost effective option for Veterans and transitioning uniform service members who choose Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) insurance products.
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VA launches public guidance to further protect Veterans’ personal information
WASHINGTON — This February the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) launched Ethics
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VA reaches milestone vaccinating its 1 millionth Veteran
WASHINGTON — The Department of Veterans Affairs’ (VA) Veterans Health Administration vaccinated its 1 millionth Veteran with their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
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VA, Fitbit help support Veteran health and wellness during COVID-19 pandemic
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced today a new initiative with Fitbit that will provide eligible Veterans, caregivers and VA staff with access to Fitbit programs and services to help manage stress, improve sleep and increase physical activity during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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VA expands access to telehealth services during COVID-19 pandemic for older, rural and homeless Veterans
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced today its Digital Divide Consult has helped more than 12,000 Veterans obtain internet access or a video-capable device for their health care needs.
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VA updates welcome kit for Veterans and families
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced today the addition of 10 ‘quick start guides’ and caregiver resources to the VA Welcome Kit — a guide for service members, Veterans, their families, caregivers, and survivors to access care, benefits and services.
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VA launches single access point to all VA contact centers
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VA releases COVID-19 vaccine distribution plan, vaccinations began this week
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VA announces joint final rule on Equal Treatment of Faith-Based Organizations in VA-Supported Social Service Programs
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