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Regular checks with your primary care physician and visits to specialists (such as cardiologists, gynecologists, and mental health experts) are covered by VA health care. You can receive prescription drugs, medical devices, and prosthetics, as well as Veterans health care services like home health and geriatric (elder) care. Learn how to handle your earned health benefits and how to apply for them.
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Veterans, active military personnel, and their surviving spouses may be eligible for VA housing aid to refinance a loan or purchase a home. In addition, we provide services and perks to help you maintain, renovate, or develop a new home. Learn how to apply for and handle your earned Veterans housing aid funds.
https://www.va.gov/housing-assistance
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VA News News and Information from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
- Five things I learned at an HR and Talent Acquisition Conference as a Veteran in transition
by Jason Davis on August 20, 2025 at 8:30 pmA recently transitioned Veteran and VBA employee took the opportunity to hear directly from employers, advocates and fellow Veterans who are shaping how organizations support the transition journey.
- MOVE! program helps cancer survivor and spouse slim downby nikkiverbeck on August 20, 2025 at 6:30 pm
Veteran and spouse lose 100+ lbs. combined with VA’s MOVE! program after cancer recovery journey.
- Veteran finds healing with a harmonica
by nikkiverbeck on August 20, 2025 at 2:30 pmWhen Veteran David Jones began losing his vision, his father’s legacy of harmonica playing became a guide to a new way of self-expression and healing
- Translate your military skills to a civilian careerby Michelle. Weaver on August 19, 2025 at 8:30 pm
Get tips for positioning your military skills when applying for civilian jobs.
- Vaccines can help keep you healthyby nikkiverbeck on August 19, 2025 at 6:30 pm
Cold and flu season starts in the fall and typically runs through early spring. It’s important for Veterans to be aware of the vaccine options available to them.
Military Times Military Times News Feed
- Navy pilot rescued after ejecting from Super Hornet off Virginia coast
by Riley Ceder on August 20, 2025 at 9:48 pmThe U.S. Navy did not immediately identify the cause of the crash and the mishap is under investigation.
- Fire extinguished aboard USS New Orleans
by Carla Babb on August 20, 2025 at 9:13 pmU.S. and Japanese crews extinguished a fire that affected multiple decks aboard the USS New Orleans.
- She hid an eating disorder and lost her Navy career. It saved her life
by Noelle Wiehe, The War Horse on August 20, 2025 at 9:00 pmAdvocates worry the military’s focus on ‘fit, not fat’ is silencing service members who struggle with their body image.
- Vance, Hegseth visit troops amid growing Guard presence in DC
by Carla Babb on August 20, 2025 at 8:55 pmThe vice president and defense secretary met with National Guard troops at Union Station, while protesters booed at the two leaders and chanted “free D.C.”
- Lawmakers announce legislation to restore office for Afghan relocation
by Riley Ceder on August 20, 2025 at 7:15 pmThe Enduring Welcome Act would restore a government office — closed last month by the Trump administration — that led Afghan relocation efforts
