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VA limits apportionment of disability benefits
A new ruling limits the circumstances for apportionment of compensation, pension and DIC benefits, and will stop making need-based apportionments going forward.
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.

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.

Live Whole Health #301: Be still
January 19, 2026

Being still can help you to fight invisible battles, such as trauma, guilt, anxiety and shame. The best weapon for this kind of battle is stillness and trust.
Addressing pelvic floor myths
January 19, 2026

Physical therapist Amy Legerski addresses the common myths surrounding pelvic floor issues.
Tucson VET Center celebrates 102nd birthday of WWII POW
January 19, 2026

Harvey Horn celebrated his 102nd birthday at the Tucson VET Center in December.
Hiring Veterans: Jobs of the week for Jan. 19, 2026
January 19, 2026

This post includes links to job listings for the week of Jan. 19, 2026. We will continue to post timely listings as we receive them for the locations listed.
On a mission to better health
January 18, 2026

Veteran Jack Nist relies on VA care to fulfill his latest mission: his health.
Jumpstart your January with Whole Health
January 18, 2026

Whole Health helps Veterans—especially those transitioning from military to civilian life—build meaningful goals and achieve balance in the new year.

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