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VA Still Challenged to Provide Veterans Timely Health Care, …

(1 days ago) WEBPublished June 02, 2023. After more than a decade, veteran access to timely health care is still the No. 1 challenge for the Department of Veterans Affairs, according to a government watchdog. The

https://www.military.com/daily-news/2023/06/02/va-still-challenged-provide-veterans-timely-health-care-watchdog-says.html

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The head of the VA says the U.S. failed some veterans for 30 years

(7 days ago) WEBSTEVE INSKEEP, HOST: The United States ended a 20-year war in Afghanistan over the summer. Its duty to the veterans of that war will not end for …

https://www.npr.org/2021/10/22/1048289046/the-head-of-the-va-says-the-u-s-failed-some-veterans-for-30-years

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The Ongoing Veteran Healthcare Crisis - National …

(7 days ago) WEBVeterans are 1.5 times more likely to commit suicide than nonveterans and more than 6,100 veterans died by suicide in 2017. …

https://www.nlc.org/article/2019/11/08/the-ongoing-veteran-healthcare-crisis/

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Problems with veterans health care USAGov

(2 days ago) WEBTo report a problem with your veterans health care service or treatment plan: Share your concerns with your primary care provider or treatment team (doctor, …

https://www.usa.gov/vha-problems

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Reports highlight failures of the VA’s health system during the

(5 days ago) WEBReports highlight failures of the VA’s health system during the pandemic. Jan 1, 2021 6:45 PM EDT. Transcript Audio. The U.S. Departments of Veterans Affairs …

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/reports-highlight-failures-of-the-vas-health-system-during-the-pandemic

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Veterans Affairs: Addressing Longstanding …

(2 days ago) WEBThe total number of veterans enrolled in VA's health care system increased from 7.9 million to about 9.2 million from fiscal year 2006 through fiscal year 2022. GAO has identified challenges related to VA's …

https://www.gao.gov/products/gao-23-106636

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Health Needs And Conditions Veterans Affairs

(5 days ago) WEBAt VA, we offer many services and programs for Veterans with specific needs—like women Veterans, Veterans with mental health problems, and elderly or …

https://www.va.gov/health-care/health-needs-conditions/

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National Health Statistics Reports - Veterans Affairs

(Just Now) WEBAmong both men and women, the crude prevalence of MCC was higher among veterans than nonveterans (30.1% compared with 18.3% for men aged 25–64 and 67.0% …

https://www.va.gov/HEALTHEQUITY/docs/Natl_Health_Stats_Rpt_Feb2021.pdf

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VA Health Care Veterans Affairs

(1 days ago) WEBWith VA health care, you’re covered for regular checkups with your primary care provider and appointments with specialists (like cardiologists, gynecologists, and …

https://www.va.gov/health-care/

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How the VA Fails Veterans on Mental Health — ProPublica

(4 days ago) WEBThe problems appear to be systemic. Over and over, the hospitals and clinics in the VA’s sprawling health care network have fallen short when it comes to treating …

https://www.propublica.org/article/how-veterans-affairs-fails-mental-health-patients

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The Promise and Challenges of VA Community Care: Veterans' …

(4 days ago) WEBThe Veterans Health Administration (VHA) is the part of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) that provides health care to eligible veterans. …

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10273892/

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Senators, advocates fear private community health care is eroding …

(8 days ago) WEBA sharp rise in the number of patients that the Department of Veterans Affairs refers to private community-based doctors for medical care is emptying VA …

https://www.stripes.com/veterans/2024-05-02/veterans-community-medical-care-senators-13731053.html

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US veterans and their unique issues: enhancing health care …

(3 days ago) WEBThe veteran population is growing. In 2014, over 20 million veterans resided in the USA per the US Department of Veteran Affairs, 2015. 14 Veterans are seeking …

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4671760/

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VA is warning veterans about Change Healthcare cyberattack, …

(4 days ago) WEBThe Department of Veterans Affairs is “not aware of any adverse impacts” on patients’ care stemming from the February cyberattack on Change Healthcare but …

https://www.nextgov.com/cybersecurity/2024/04/va-warning-veterans-about-change-healthcare-cyberattack-secretary-says/396125/

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Tester, Brown, King to VA: Fix ‘Ineffective’ Oversight of Community

(9 days ago) WEB(U.S. Senate) – Following a recent report from VA’s Office of Inspector General, Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee Chairman Jon Tester (D-Mont.), U.S. …

https://www.veterans.senate.gov/2024/5/tester-brown-king-to-va-fix-ineffective-oversight-of-community-care-network-administrators

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Care of the Military Veteran: Selected Health Issues AAFP

(6 days ago) WEBAn estimated 18.2 million veterans (1.6 million females) were living in the United States in 2017 according to the U.S. Census Bureau. 1 Most veterans receive …

https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2019/1101/p544.html

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Veterans health USAGov

(5 days ago) WEBThe Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers ways to report problems with your medical care. Learn how to get veterans health care and disability benefits. Get help with …

https://www.usa.gov/veterans-health

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Impact of massive health care cyberattack on vets remains unclear

(6 days ago) WEBLeo covers Congress, Veterans Affairs and the White House for Military Times. He has covered Washington, D.C. since 2004, focusing on military personnel …

https://www.armytimes.com/news/pentagon-congress/2024/05/03/impact-of-massive-health-care-cyberattack-on-vets-remains-unclear/

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Veterans Health Administration - Veterans Affairs

(6 days ago) WEBThe Veterans Health Administration is America’s largest integrated health care system, providing care at 1,321 health care facilities, including 172 medical centers and 1,138 …

https://www.va.gov/health/

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Veterans share how mental health care improved their lives - VA …

(5 days ago) WEBThis Mental Health Month, VA is sharing stories of Veterans who found a new sense of self, purpose and hope through mental health support.

https://news.va.gov/130954/veterans-share-how-mental-health-improved-lives/

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Growth of Community Outpatient Care in the Veterans Affairs

(Just Now) WEBBackground The Maintaining Internal Systems and Strengthening Integrated Outside Networks (MISSION) Act of 2018 authorized a major expansion of purchased …

https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11606-024-08787-7

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Biden administration defends treatment of veterans despite IG …

(Just Now) WEB(The Center Square) – The U.S. Department of Veterans’ Affairs pledged to protect veterans and address any problems identified by federal watchdogs after an Inspector …

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/biden-administration-defends-treatment-of-veterans-despite-ig-report/ar-BB1lTJgM

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About VA Health Benefits Veterans Affairs

(6 days ago) WEBEach Veteran’s medical benefits package is unique. Yours will include care and services to help: Treat illnesses and injuries. Prevent future health problems. …

https://www.va.gov/health-care/about-va-health-benefits/

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Veterans exposed to toxins deserve better May 8–14, 2024 Real …

(5 days ago) WEBAt the moment, the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) does not recognize the connection between exposure to forever chemicals at military bases and …

https://www.realchangenews.org/news/2024/05/08/veterans-exposed-toxins-deserve-better

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Daines Leads Letter to VA Following Recent Report that Veterans …

(1 days ago) WEBU.S. Senator Steve Daines (R-Mont.) led Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) in sending a letter today to …

https://www.daines.senate.gov/2024/05/08/daines-leads-letter-to-va-following-recent-report-that-veterans-are-incapable-of-making-their-own-health-care-decisions/

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Health Issues Related To Service History Veterans Affairs

(2 days ago) WEBHealth needs and conditions. Military sexual trauma. Women’s health care needs. In this section. Veterans health issues related to service history. Certain health concerns may …

https://www.va.gov/health-care/health-needs-conditions/health-issues-related-to-service-era/

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VHA Audiology - Rehabilitation and Prosthetic Services - Veterans …

(5 days ago) WEBVHA Audiology. Audiologists are licensed healthcare professionals who care for Veterans and Service Members through the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of …

https://www.rehab.va.gov/audiology/

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VA New Jersey Health Care Veterans Affairs

(2 days ago) WEB151 Knollcroft Road. Lyons, NJ 07939-5001. Get directions on Google Maps to Lyons VA Medical Center. Main phone: VA health connect: Mental health care: East Orange VA …

https://www.va.gov/new-jersey-health-care/

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Mental Health Care VA New Jersey Health Care Veterans Affairs

(7 days ago) WEBWe provide consultation, evaluation, and treatment for a variety of issues impacting emotional well-being. Our services include: Psychiatry. Psychology. Homeless …

https://www.va.gov/new-jersey-health-care/health-services/mental-health-care/

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