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Veterans find strength, new beginnings at 2025 National Veterans Summer Sports Clinic
Veterans from across the country came to San Diego to participate in the 18th National Veterans Summer Sports Clinic.
Switch from DS Logon to Login.gov or ID.me by September 30
Switch from DS Logon to a Login.gov or ID.me account by Sept. 30 to continue managing your VA benefits and care online without interruption.
Simpler VA travel claims right from your phone
VA makes it easy to submit mileage-only travel reimbursement claims with the VA Health and Benefits mobile app. No paper forms, just a few taps.
VA IT slashes costs and boosts efficiencies
VA continues to enhance the Veteran experience while reducing costs, speeding up benefits processing, and modernizing our IT systems.
VA working with DaVita to continue delivering care
VA ensures Veterans have access to dialysis treatments during DaVita investigation.

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.

VA breaks ground on its first PACT Act construction initiative in Rolla, MO
On Aug. 7, 2025, VA commemorated the groundbreaking of the new Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans’ Hospital community-based outpatient clinic. This state-of-the-art facility is poised to significantly enhance health care services for the local Veteran population.
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.

Decoding USAJOBS Postings
September 2, 2025

Having a strong understanding of what to expect while searching for a federal job can help job seekers feel prepared and confident.
Innovative SCOUTS program brings care to Veterans’ homes in New Mexico
September 2, 2025

A visit to the emergency department can be overwhelming. An innovative program is helping Veterans stay out of the ER by providing care to them within the comfort of their own home.
Veteran sheds pounds with help of TeleMOVE!
September 2, 2025

Veteran John Adamski has lost 60 pounds, thanks to taking control of his diet and working with the TeleMOVE! program through the Milwaukee VA.
Enter to win franchise license giveaway
September 2, 2025

PJ's Coffee is giving away a free franchise license to one lucky Veteran.
Live Whole Health #288: Strengthen your kindness muscles
September 1, 2025

Mark Twain said that “Kindness is a language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see.” Kindness makes a difference in our daily lives. Practice today!
How your surroundings support Whole Health
September 1, 2025

A clutter-free space and connection to nature can both enhance your health and well-being. Learn how SMART goals and small steps make it possible.

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