Welcome to VA News

VA Top Stories

Veterans’ trust in VA hits record high: A promising trend for our heroes
Overall trust in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has reached an all-time high. In the first quarter of fiscal year 2026, 82% of Veterans who used VA services — including health care, benefits, burials and memorials — reported that they trust VA to fulfill the nation’s commitment to them.
What’s different this time: Why VA is confident in and accelerating deployments of the Federal EHR
The Federal EHR, VA's long-awaited, long-doubted health care transformation, is finally happening.
Modernizing VA home loans
VA is enhancing the VA Home Loan program with cutting-edge technologies, making it easier and more efficient for our Veterans to achieve the American Dream of homeownership.
VA: Health and Benefits app adds new Certificate of Eligibility enhancements
With the latest update to the VA: Health and Benefits mobile app, viewing the latest Certificate of Eligibility has never been more convenient.
Introducing the Claim Assist Portal: A new, easier way to respond to VA claim requests
VA is making it easier than ever to keep your claim on track. With the new Claim Assist Portal, you’ll have a faster, more convenient way to respond when additional information is needed.

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.

New capsule endoscopy option for easier GI screening
April 10, 2026

Durham VA is the first VA facility to offer a capsule endoscopy that allows Veterans to complete GI screening at home.
VA Research Wrap Up: New findings on chronic pain management, smoking and cardiac rehab
April 10, 2026

VA Research highlights a telehealth tool for rural Women Veterans with chronic pain, how Veterans can quit smoking and home-based cardiac rehabilitation.
How preparation and teamwork saved a life during an emergency
April 9, 2026

A quick response by Registered Nurse William Gangwer turns a routine lunch break into a powerful reminder that preparation saves lives.
Honoring sacrifice, connecting Veterans: CMV participates in Bataan Memorial Death March Marathon
April 9, 2026

VA's Center for Minority Veterans participated in the annual Bataan Memorial Death March Marathon at White Sands Missile Range, engaging directly with service members, Veterans and their families.
Health concern? VA Health Connect nurses are available 24/7
April 8, 2026

VA Health Connect clinical triage assesses Veterans’ symptoms or health concerns by phone to determine urgency and recommend the right level of care.
Financial Literacy Month: Protect those who matter most with VA Life Insurance
April 8, 2026

April is Financial Literacy Month, making it the perfect time to plan for the future with life insurance.

Illinois Veterans Benefits and Resource Fair
April 13, 2026 @ 7:30 AM CT
Chicago, IL
Greater Stamford Enrollment Clinic
April 14, 2026 @ 10:00 AM ET
Stamford, CT
Mountain Home Veteran Town Hall
April 14, 2026 @ 4:30 PM ET
Johnson City, TN
Mountain Home Veteran Town Hall
April 14, 2026 @ 4:30 PM ET
Johnson City, TN
Minocqua Veteran Enrollment Event
April 15, 2026 @ 10:00 AM CT
Woodruff, WI
Veterans Café Heads to Newport for April Gathering
April 15, 2026 @ 11:00 AM ET
Newport, RI

You can call VA’s main information line at 800-698-2411 (TTY: 711) or use one of the other contact methods available.

Use Ask VA to send us your questions, updates, and documents online. Contact us online through Ask VA

Media inquiries should be directed to the Office of Media Relations at vapublicaffairs@va.gov