Setting the record straight: Your role in MVP research is more than a blood sample Veterans enrolled in the Million Veteran Program (MVP) are helping advance research that may improve healthcare for Veterans nationwide. As research continues to grow, MVP …
VA continued its successful rollout of the Federal Electronic Health Record (EHR), deploying it at four more VA medical centers (VAMCs) in Cincinnati, Chillicothe; Dayton, Ohio; and the Cincinnati-Fort Thomas VAMC in Kentucky on June 6. Together, the 7,200 …
A coordinated response to support aging homeless Veterans In fiscal year 2024, almost half of all Veterans enrolled in VA healthcare were 65 or older. By fiscal year 2035, the number of Veterans aged 85 and older is expected to increase by 66%. Within this …
The Chillicothe VA Medical Center proudly commemorates the successful launch of the Federal Electronic Health Record (EHR) system, which went live on June 6, 2026, as part of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ nationwide modernization of Veteran …
Do you have long-lasting aches and pain in your low back and neck, fibromyalgia, or other conditions that make daily life harder? A study from the National Institutes of Health found that about two out of three Veterans had pain in the last three months, …
VA Secretary Doug Collins recently spoke at the Disney Veterans Institute Summit in Washington, D.C., prompting employers to put Veterans at the center of how they think, hire and operate. Doing so, he urged, requires both a shift in mindset and meaningful …
Cheyenne VA pain management helps Veteran rethink pain Pain management at Cheyenne VA Health Care System (CVAHCS) began with a question for former Army officer Dominic Sansone. “What is your goal with the pain team?” Sansone was asked. “I knew saying, ‘I …
If you’re exploring a career with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), or any federal agency, you’ve likely come across the term General Schedule (GS). While it may seem complex at first, the GS system is simply a standardized way to define pay, …
Tips for keeping your health information secure Accessing your health data online has never been easier—and it’s never been more important. VA builds its digital health tools, including My HealtheVet on VA.gov, VA Video Connect and other telehealth …
VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System’s life-saving training recognized with perfect score When a medical emergency unfolds, seconds matter, and preparation makes the difference in emergency care. At VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care …
VA’s Office of Research and Development recently published three News Briefs highlighting research findings new findings on lung cancer survival rates, using AI for health apps, and how temperature affects bone regeneration. Veterans have better lung …
Women Veterans Recognition Day is celebrated on June 12th to honor the service and sacrifice of women who have worn the uniform, while also recognizing a key moment that changed the course of military service for women in the United States. The history …
Given 10 months to live, Gregory Renno chose to fight with cancer treatment Imagine being told you have less than a year to live. Most people might brace for the worst. Gregory Renno, a Vietnam War Army Veteran, refused to give in. He kept coming back to …
Innovation is reshaping the future of healthcare at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), bringing new possibilities to Veterans and providers alike. Dr. Anne Lord Bailey, executive director of Strategic Initiatives Lab (Strat Lab) within the Veterans …
You can support a Veteran in your life by learning about their safety plan You can play an important role in a Veteran’s life by helping them with a suicide prevention safety plan. If a Veteran you care about has made a suicide attempt, shared thoughts of …
Compared to other home loan options, the VA-guaranteed home loan stands above the rest. And with great benefits for all comes a minor fee for some, known as the VA funding fee. What’s the VA funding fee? The VA funding fee is a one-time payment made by …
A clear path to accessing your VA health records Understanding how to access service and health records and how to navigate the release of information (ROI) process is important for many Veterans as they manage their care. Veterans have the right to …
Editor’s note: Sharing of non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products or services by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Veterans should always verify information with the organization offering the program. The Tragedy Assistance …
There is a new scam targeting Veterans. The latest tactic involves sending fraudulent postcards claiming you (or your spouse) are entitled to “extra VA benefits” or additional payments, including CHAMPVA, TRICARE, and dental coverage, regardless of a VA …
Turning shared, connected information into timely, coordinated support Behind every VA homeless programs social worker, nurse or peer is an integrated data system designed to do one thing: help VA teams effectively deliver the care and support that …
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