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Claims process streamlined for Veterans affected by 1973 NPRC records fire
VA is making the claims process easier for Veterans whose records were damaged or destroyed in the 1973 fire at the National Personnel Records Center (NPRC).
Need a personal record from VA? Here’s the FOIA page that gets you there.
A simpler FOIA and records request page connects Veterans with the right office.
With Federal EHR, no more ‘last-four’ check in at VA Medical Centers
With the Federal EHR, Veterans can use their VHIC to check in for appointments, eliminating the need for audibly confirming "last-four."
VA ChatEHR helps staff stay focused on Veteran care
Meet VA ChatEHR, a new tool that helps VA staff quickly find guidance while learning the Federal Electronic Health Record.
View lab results and other new features in the VA mobile app
Veterans can now view lab results and other new features in the VA mobile app.

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.

‘As many times as It takes’: A Veterans Justice Outreach journey of redemption
September 15, 2026

One man's Veterans Justice Outreach success story, from addiction and arrest to stability, purpose and hope.
VRCN partners help Veterans overcome social isolation
September 15, 2026

Veterans experiencing social isolation can find connection, confidence and community through programs offering wellness check-ins, peer coaching, music instruction and service-dog support.
Your next mission: Finding meaningful employment after service
September 14, 2026

RecruitMilitary connects Veterans and military families with employers, employment opportunities, career resources, and hiring events built for military talent.
Live Whole Health #334: September is National Yoga Awareness Month: Yoga for everybody and all bodies
September 14, 2026

September is National Yoga Awareness Month. Yoga can be for everybody and all bodies.
Two generations, one mission: VA police father, son serve Veterans
September 14, 2026

VA Police father-son duo continue a family tradition of service
VA ‘Close to Me’ brings cancer care closer to rural Veterans
September 14, 2026

An Army Veteran in rural Tennessee is spending less time traveling to cancer care appointments and more time at home thanks to VA's "Close to Me" Program.

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