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VA releases updated Climate Adaptation and Resilience Plan
On Thursday, June 20, 2024, VA joined more than 20 federal agencies to release its updated 2024-2027 Climate Adaptation Plan.
New VA study to develop artificial intelligence that can predict aggressive prostate cancer
As part of a new research study that began July […]
Special issue of Health Equity devoted to improving care for minority Veterans
WASHINGTON ― The Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Research […]
New VA Mission Statement recognizes sacred commitment to all Veterans, their families, caregivers and survivors
On Thursday, VA announced an updated version of its 1959 mission statement.
Mission Daybreak announces 10 winners in suicide prevention grand challenge
On February 16, VA announced the 10 winners of Mission Daybreak, a $20 million grand challenge to reduce Veteran suicides.
ICYMI: Veterans Day observances, events and discounts
ICYMI is "In Case You Missed It," and if you haven't seen this week's "Veterans Resources" newsletters, then here's the news you need for Veterans Day events and discounts!
VA closes gap in survivor benefits for LGBTQ+ Veterans and survivors
VA is closing a gap in survivor benefits for certain survivors of LGBTQ+ Veterans—specifically, for those who were unable to wed until the 2015 Obergefell v. Hodges Supreme Court decision.
How the PACT Act is Already Helping Veterans
The PACT Act will help VA provide health care and benefits to millions of toxic-exposed Veterans and their survivors. Veterans have already begun to apply for the benefits.
VA extends presumptive period for Persian Gulf War Veterans
VA has extended the presumptive period for qualifying chronic disabilities resulting from undiagnosed illnesses in Persian Gulf War Veterans.
BREAKING: VA plans expansion of benefits for disability claims for conditions related to certain toxic exposures
VA announced today two major decisions related to presumptive conditions associated with Agent Orange and particulate matter exposures during military service in Southwest Asia.
NCA lifts restrictions on attendance at committal services, adjusts COVID safety precautions
VA's National Cemetery Administration (NCA) last week announced it would lift all restrictions on gathering sizes at committal and memorial services in VA national cemeteries starting on Wednesday, May 26, 2021.
VA accepting walk-ins for COVID-19 vaccinations nationwide
All VA facilities and clinics that administer COVID-19 vaccines are accepting walk-ins for eligible Veterans, spouses and caregivers.

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