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There’s a lot going on in VA health care. Here are some of our latest stories about Veterans and for Veterans. Find out how to apply for VA health care benefits.

Older Veteran in VA emergency department

VA emergency rooms are ready to meet the needs of older Veterans

More than half of all VA emergency department visits involve a Veteran over the age of 65. We're on our way to becoming the largest specialized geriatric emergency care provider in the U.S.

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Human trafficking can happen
to anyone

Human trafficking victims are often hidden in plain sight. Take time to learn how to identify and respond to people who are at risk or who have experienced trafficking.

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Bladder patient with VA doctor

New gene therapy to fight bladder cancer

Army Veteran Sammie Robertson is the first VA patient
in the country to receive the first and only FDA-approved gene therapy to help fight non-muscle-invasive
bladder cancer.

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Doctor treats Veteran using virtual reality

Using virtual reality to treat PTSD

“VR therapy has been a game-changer for me,” said
one Veteran. “It’s like taking a journey back to my peaceful place whenever I need it. It’s not just therapy, it’s a lifeline.”

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