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VA Insurance and the Accelerated Benefit Option
VA has announced an amendment to the Servicemembers’ Group Life Insurance, Family SGLI, and Veterans’ Group Life Insurance Accelerated Benefit Option regulation.
Powered by AI, VA is improving Veteran care experience
VA tests ambient AI scribe technology, an AI-powered tool that listens, records, and processes the conversation between health care providers and patients. Early results show improved efficiency, more accurate records, and a better overall care experience for both Veterans and VA providers.
Honoring our Heroes through our commitment to care
Secretary Collins and Deputy Secretary Lawrence have made deploying the Federal Electronic Health Record (EHR) a top priority.
VA launches offline mobile app to support HBPC teams in remote areas
Home-Based Primary Care (HBPC) teams now have a faster and more secure way to support Veterans in remote areas, even those without internet access, thanks to the recent implementation of the Oracle Health Community Care app, formerly known as Mobile Care.
Snaxs the super user dog gets Dayton VA Medical Center ready for deployment
The Dayton VA Medical Center’s Change Leadership Team has an honorary member ready to help end users prepare for the facility’s Federal Electronic Health Record deployment. Meet Snaxs!

The VA Health and Benefits mobile app puts your VA health and benefit information and resources at your fingertips — anywhere, anytime! For your security, the app requires you to enter the same login credentials you use for VA.gov.

The history of addiction treatment at VA, Part 2
December 10, 2025

Civil War and early 20th century Veterans faced addiction, underscoring America's first and second opioid crisis.
Survive and thrive through self-compassion
December 10, 2025

Practicing self-compassion through VA Whole Health can help Veterans manage stress and find peace during an often-difficult season.
See the Difference: Radiology careers at VA
December 9, 2025

From capturing images on state-of-the-art equipment to collaborating with clinical teams on the proper treatment, radiology specialists at VA play a vital role in delivering high-quality care to those who served our nation.
Remarkable centenarian: Honoring Carl Wier, American hero
December 9, 2025

The Tomah VA Medical Center, through the Center for Development and Civic Engagement (CDCE), honored Carl as part of VA’s Centenarian Recognition Program.
Adaptive sports heal Salt Lake City Vets at Summer Sports Clinic
December 9, 2025

Salt Lake City Veterans find camaraderie and recovery through adaptive sports at the 2025 National Veterans Summer Sports Clinic.
“My mentor helped me double my salary”
December 9, 2025

American Corporate Partners provides free dedicated mentors for Veterans and military spouses to supercharge your job search.

Veterans Town Hall
December 10, 2025 @ 1:00 AM ET
Pittsburgh, PA
Veteran Services Event (Salome VFW)
December 10, 2025 @ 9:00 AM PT
Salome, AZ
Veteran Connect- San Rafael library- Dec 2025
December 10, 2025 @ 12:00 PM HT
San Rafael, CA
Houston National Cemetery 60th Anniversary Ceremony and Outreach
December 10, 2025 @ 1:00 PM CT
Houston, TX
VA Information Session
December 11, 2025 @ 9:00 AM MT
Prescott, AZ
Brewing Connection: Women Veterans Coffee Hour at the Providence Vet Center
December 11, 2025 @ 1:00 PM ET
Warwick, RI

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