VA launched the Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry in response to concerns that Veterans were experiencing a range of respiratory illnesses possibly associated with exposure to burn pits. The registry is open to many Veterans and active-duty Servicemembers who deployed to various locations. This guide describes why you should participate in the registry and how it might help uncover links between exposures and certain health conditions.
How human-centered design can help VA prioritize people over processes. […]
VA released five new fact sheets today updating progress in the key areas of access to care and benefits, accountability, implementation of the Choice Act and hospital quality care measures.
The VFW's mission is to serve and advocate for Veterans, the military and their communities.
The VFW was the first veterans service organization to join VA as an official partner to its latest veterans service endeavor and will play an active role in helping to fulfill #VetQ’s mission.
Managing Editor, VHA's CommSite
For one Veteran, filing a fully developed claim got him income and off the street within six weeks.
One year after the backlog of pending disability compensation claims […]
Applying for a VA disability claim online is the fastest […]
Air Force Veteran, Chief of Public Affairs at the George C. Marshall European Center for Security Studies
A Veteran and civilian Federal employee describes his experiences using VA services while stationed overseas.
The Department of Veterans Affairs has made significant progress in […]
U.S. Air Force Veteran; Communications Specialist, Veterans Benefits Administration
VA needed a checklist on how to file a digital claim for compensation through our new Fully Developed Claims program (FDC) – the fastest way to get a decision. So here it is.
Listen to the chatter in a VA medical center waiting […]
Director of the Office of Corporate Communications at the Veterans Benefits Administration
The backlog of disability claims for Veterans is getting a lot of media coverage, and everyone throughout the Department of Veterans Affairs, from the Secretary on down, has acknowledged that this is an urgent problem they are working to fix.