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New features arrive to the VA mobile app
View lab results and more, right from the VA Health and Benefits app.
VA buries Vietnam Veteran hero Garfield Langhorn in national shrine
Army Medal of Honor recipient Pfc. Garfield M. Langhorn was reinterred at Calverton National Cemetery, New York, on July 3, 2026.
Dangerous heat: Help protect Veterans experiencing homelessness
Learn simple ways communities can help Veterans experiencing homelessness stay safe and connected to resources during the summer.
How to stay safe and healthy during extreme heat
Here are some steps you can take to prevent health problems and stay safe during extreme heat.
Announcing the 2026 Veterans Day Poster!
The 2026 Veterans Day Poster winner shows two American flags, connecting the founding to generations of Veterans who have defended its freedoms.

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VA Augusta offers Veterans a new treatment for overactive bladder
July 26, 2026

Two VA Augusta Veterans who received a non-invasive urology treatment for an overactive bladder find relief from all of their symptoms
How a VA peer specialist is turning empty apartments into fresh starts
July 25, 2026

To address the lack of basic household items among newly housed Veterans, a Cheyenne VA peer specialist created move-in kits to deliver immediate support.
Pharmacy technicians: Find the right prescription for your career at VA
July 24, 2026

If you’re interested in unique opportunities for pharmacy technicians and excellent employee benefits, a job at VA might just be the prescription you need.
Healthy summer eating: Nutritious ways to enjoy the season
July 24, 2026

Looking to keep your summer meals healthy and refreshing? Here are some nutritious ideas.
VA Research Wrap Up: New findings on stroke rehab, chronic pain and PTSD therapy
July 24, 2026

VA Research highlights new findings on therapy for post-stoke aphasia, cirrhosis-associated chronic pain, and a new PTSD and depression treatment.
The paths to high-demand careers in the skilled trades
July 23, 2026

Many skilled-trades careers offer paid apprenticeships and OJT, no 4-year degree required. New VA and DOL partnership shows you how to get started.

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