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The Dayton VA Medical Center in Dayton, Ohio

 

VA Testing Quicker Ways to Access Records

This week, the Department of Veterans Affairs announced a new pilot program designed to quickly retrieve medical records from private doctors in order to make a decision on a claim. Learn more about the program at VA’s blog VAntage Point.

Veterans take photos during the opening ceremony of the Miramar National Cemetery in San Diego, California

 

Miramar National Cemetery Opens

The Miramar National Cemetery in San Diego officially opened on Nov. 22, providing its first in–ground cremation burials of Veterans and family members. Casket burial options will be available in early 2011 and a columbarium will be available when the first phase of construction is complete.

VA Assistant Secretary for Public and Intergovernmental Affairs Tammy Duckworth receives a flu shot

 

Veterans: Guard Against the Flu

An easy way to protect your health is to get a yearly flu vaccination. VA Assistant Secretary for Public and Intergovernmental Affairs Tammy Duckworth received her shot at the Santa Barbara Outpatient Clinic. Learn more about flu shots and find a VA facility near you to get yours today!

A recently returning Veteran from OIF/OEF prepares for a mental health screening

 

VA Health Care Eligibility Myths Debunked

Myths and rumors persist everywhere, but they are especially dangerous when it comes to VA health care eligibility. At VA’s blog VAntage Point, five common myths are debunked and explained by VA’s health care eligibility professionals.

In The News

VA Recognizes World AIDS Day

On Wednesday, Dec. 1, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) encourages everyone to recognize World AIDS Day. The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) was first discovered 30 years ago, and some of the first cases of HIV/AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome) were diagnosed by VA clinicians. More information

National Veterans Golden Age Games Set for Hawaii

More than 700 “golden age” Veterans from the East Coast to the West and from the Pacific islands will travel to Hawaii to participate in the nation’s largest sporting event for senior military Veterans. More information

VA Testing Quicker Ways to Access Medical Records

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is working to significantly reduce the average time needed to obtain health–care records from private physicians with the help of a private contractor and the Internet to speed claims decisions. More information

VA Launching New Personalized Veterans Health Benefits Handbook

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is piloting new, personalized Veterans Health Benefits Handbooks. The handbooks are tailored to provide enrolled Veterans with the most relevant health benefits information based on their own specific eligibility. More information

Hot Topics

VA Publishes its Fiscal Year 2010 Performance and Accountability Report

On November 15th, VA published its FY 2010 Performance and Accountability Report (PAR). The PAR is VA’s report card and describes 2010 performance results achieved compared to performance targets. It enables the President, Congress, Veterans Service Organizations, and the public to assess VA’s performance on behalf of America’s Veterans. For more information, you can view the report or call (202) 461-6630.

Marine Veterans Stationed at Camp Lejeune: Register for Drinking Water Notifications

If you were stationed or worked at Camp Lejeune before 1987, you may have been exposed to dangerous contaminants in the drinking water supply. To register for water testing notifications, read about previous studies and receive more information, visit the Camp Lejeune Historic Drinking Water website.

New to VA?

Welcome home. You’ve served your country. Now that you’ve completed your service you’ve got a lot of opportunities for your future. And a great place to start is the new MyVA page.

Download Your MyHealtheVet Personal Health Record

On August 2, 2010, President Obama announced the “Blue Button” capability that allows Veterans to download their personal health information from their MyHealtheVet account. Having control of this information enables Vets to share the data with health care providers, caregivers, or people they trust. Download yours now.

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