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Get the latest news and information about the Department of Veterans Affairs. From the latest on benefits to podcasts highlighting the lives of Veterans.

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New year, new VA career
At the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), we’re beginning the year with a wide range of open positions across our nationwide network, offering rewarding career opportunities for talented professionals in clinical and support roles.
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January 17, 2026 at 7:37 AM
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Flying saved my life
When Navy Veteran Kelly Keener asked his VA doctor for a simple form to keep flying, neither expected what came next: a diagnosis that led to life-saving heart surgery.
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January 17, 2026 at 7:37 AM
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Revolutionizing cancer treatment for Veterans
Veterans battle liver cancer with groundbreaking histotripsy at Houston VA, offering non-invasive, hope-filled cancer treatment.
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January 17, 2026 at 7:37 AM
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VA Research Wrap Up: New findings on suicide risk, coronary angiography and arthritis
VA Research recently published three News Briefs highlighting findings on suicide risk, mortality, and coronary angiography and arthritis.
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January 17, 2026 at 7:37 AM
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Fight winter’s chill with warming foods and drinks
Seasonal recipes highlight ingredients that are both warming and nourishing
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January 16, 2026 at 1:43 AM
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A male Veteran’s journey through breast cancer
Highlighting the importance of screening to identify and treat male breast cancer
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January 16, 2026 at 1:48 AM
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VA clinicians help improve the Military Environmental Exposure Assessment
A new enhancement to the Military Environmental Exposure Assessment PowerForm improves efficiency to the Federal Electronic Health Record.
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January 16, 2026 at 1:46 AM
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Homeless Veteran gains stability and starts non-profit to help Veterans
Esther Frias shares her story of service, struggle, sobriety and finding stability through VA homeless programs.
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January 14, 2026 at 7:56 PM
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Army Veteran opens his heart
Army Veteran Keith McCarter has had three heart surgeries, but is now doing better than ever.
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January 14, 2026 at 7:56 PM
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USAA and Call of Duty Endowment offer free gaming Legacy Tracer Pack for Veterans
USAA has teamed up with Call of Duty Endowment to offer a free Call of Duty Endowment (C.O.D.E.) Legacy: Tracer Pack to military service members and Veterans
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January 14, 2026 at 7:56 PM
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Advancing cancer care: Innovations in oncology at VA
VA is driving forward innovations in cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment, ensuring Veterans benefit from the latest advances in medicine, backed by rigorous data and a whole-health approach.
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January 14, 2026 at 2:28 PM
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Overcoming Veteran homelessness, one day at a time
How VA programs and Catholic Charities helped Navy Veteran Taiyaa Roundtree overcome homelessness, find stable housing, and rebuild his life.
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January 14, 2026 at 2:32 PM
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Eastern Oklahoma provides flu shots at Tulsa State Fair
Eastern Oklahoma VA, with the Tulsa Vet Center, provided flu shots and resources at the 2025 Tulsa State Fair, to support Veterans' health and well-being.
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January 14, 2026 at 2:30 PM
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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.
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January 14, 2026 at 2:35 PM
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Live Whole Health #300: Cloud Hands practice tai chi
When we're empowered and equipped to take charge of our health, the sky is the limit! This Cloud Hands tai chi practice can raise you up.
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January 13, 2026 at 5:43 AM
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Houston VA adopts advanced robotic surgery technology for Veterans
Houston VA introduces advanced da Vinci 5 robotic surgery systems, improving precision, recovery times, and outcomes for Veterans.
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January 13, 2026 at 5:43 AM
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Veterans find warmth at Winter Wonderland event
Winter Wonderland at Battle Creek VA brought joy, games and holiday cheer as Veterans, families and partners celebrated together in warmth and fellowship.
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January 12, 2026 at 7:27 PM
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Hiring Veterans: Jobs of the week for Jan. 12, 2026
This post includes links to job listings for the week of Jan. 12, 2026. We will continue to post timely listings as we receive them for the locations listed.
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January 12, 2026 at 7:27 PM
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Honoring heroes at Wreaths Across America
A community united in Fayetteville to honor heroes during Wreaths Across America, laying 10,000 wreaths in a heartfelt tribute to service and sacrifice.
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January 12, 2026 at 8:41 AM
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Receiving VA care from home via telehealth
A Veteran explains how VA telehealth helps him stay connected to care from home through virtual classes and home-based support.
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January 12, 2026 at 8:45 AM
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Bringing the Federal Electronic Health Record to VA
VA is in the process of bringing the new Federal Electronic Health Record Management system online.
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January 15, 2026 at 4:28 PM
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VA partnership brings mobile mammography bus to rural Veterans
Veterans in Tennessee and Georgia gain easier access to mammography screening services thanks to an innovative partnership.
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January 15, 2026 at 4:28 PM
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Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation offers hope
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation is a powerful therapy to combat depression in Veterans.
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January 10, 2026 at 1:10 PM
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Artificial intelligence increases efficiency and quality
Artificial intelligence (AI) adds a lot of value to common procedures like colonoscopies.
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January 10, 2026 at 1:11 PM
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VA Research Wrap Up: New findings on Alzheimer’s disease, aging and pancreatic cancer
VA Research recently published findings on Alzheimer's disease, returning Veterans to home after nursing care, and pancreatic cancer.
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January 10, 2026 at 1:10 PM