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Accelerating Federal Electronic Health Record deployment to deliver Veteran benefits
The Federal Electronic Health Record (EHR) securely and effectively shares information between VA, DoD, other federal agencies and participating community care providers.
Disaster assistance and resources for Veterans
In the wake of a disaster, here are some resources available to Veterans and their families.
And the 2025 Veterans Day poster contest winner is…
The votes are in and the winner of the 2025 Veterans Day Poster Contest is...
VA enlists digital tool to help prevent Veteran suicide
VA’s SQUARES technology for reducing Veteran homelessness is marking its 10th Anniversary by expanding to tackle Veteran suicide prevention.
Life insurance premiums discounted for service members, spouses and Veterans
Starting July 1, 2025, service members, their spouses and Veterans covered under VA life insurance programs will see lower monthly premiums.

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.

Centenarian Veterans honored at Maui PACT Act event
Veterans at event offered health screenings, diabetic foot checks, vaccines, blood pressure checks, VA benefits and PACT Act registration.
How a Vietnam Veteran benefited from the PACT Act
82-year-old Army Veteran Wendell Bell was 30% service connected disabled and unaware of what he was eligible for under the PACT Act.
VA leads the way in exposure-informed care
As of July 2024, VA has approved more than 1.1 million claims made through the PACT Act. VA leads the way in exposure-informed care.
Veterans receive support and benefits at PACT Act event
Hundreds of Veterans attended an event aimed at providing support and assistance through the VA PACT Act.
The PACT Act: 2024 Expanded Health Care Eligibility toolkit
VA has prepared this PACT Act Stakeholder Toolkit for you to use and share information about VA’s expansion of health care eligibility for Veterans.

From rock bottom to rehabilitation
July 20, 2025

With help from a team of mental health professionals, Frank Pagliocca entered detox, began therapy and eventually found healing and stability through rehabilitation.
How to get reimbursed for your VA-related travel
July 19, 2025

VA reimburses eligible Veterans and caregivers for travel costs, including mileage, tolls, parking and authorized hotel stays for health care appointments. Filing a travel claim online is easy and the fastest way to receive reimbursement.
Exploring VA’s rural communities
July 18, 2025

Discover your next career at a rural VA facility like the one found in Bath, New York.
VA brings more doctors to Nevada
July 18, 2025

At VA’s Southern Nevada Healthcare System, partnerships with local academic institutions not only improve health care for Veterans but also assure the presence of essential health professionals in nearby communities.
VA Research Wrap Up: New findings on loneliness, Parkinson’s disease and asthma
July 18, 2025

This week, VA’s Office of Research and Development published three News Briefs highlighting research advances in how writing caring letters combats loneliness, Parkinson's disease and asthma medication.
Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association rides to the rescue for fellow Veteran
July 17, 2025

A local Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association chapter grew concerned after not hearing from a fellow Veterans after a few days. The group sprang to action after visiting him at home.