Bradsher Becomes First Woman of Color Confirmed to VA’s Second-highest Post
Army Veteran Tanya Bradsher will serve as the Department of Veterans Affairs first confirmed female deputy secretary after a 50-46 Senate vote on Tuesday finalized her nomination. Bradsher, 53, has served as chief of staff to VA Secretary Denis McDonough since March...
National Suicide Prevention Month
For Veterans and service members, crises can be heightened by their experiences during military service. It is imperative to know that if you are in crisis – there is help. Ask for help. Don’t be afraid to let your friends know what you need when they ask; they want...
VA Department Reaching Out to Vietnam Veterans About Potential Rare Cancer
The Department of Veterans Affairs wants Vietnam Veterans to be aware of a rare cancer linked to two different risk factors they may have been exposed to in Southeast Asia. Cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer) is a cancer of the biliary duct system, which includes...
New VA/Verizon Partnership Allows Unlimited Access to Telehealth App
Veterans who are Verizon customers will now have unlimited access to the Department of Veteran Affairs’ VA Video Connect telehealth app. The technology uses the cameras on computers, smartphones or tablets to enable Veterans to talk and interact with their VA care...
Telehealth technology helping rural Veterans with hearing problems
Hearing disorders are especially prevalent among Veterans who have served in the military and have been exposed to high noise levels while on duty. More than 2.7 million Veterans currently receive disability benefits for hearing loss and tinnitus (ringing in the...
Travis Manion Foundation to Host Annual 9/11 Heroes Run in Cary, NC
New VA.gov Built With Veterans, For Veterans
The Department of Veteran Affairs has been busy creating a new website aimed at addressing all the needs of those it serves. Employees have been getting feedback from Veterans to learn about what is most needed online. The new VA.gov consolidates important health care...
2019 Suicide Prevention Conference in Nashville, TN
“Many Roles. One Mission”. That’s the theme of this year’s VA/DoD Suicide Prevention Conference, to be held on August 26-29 in Music City. Nearly 2,000 VA and DoD care teams, leaders, allies and experts from across the country will be sharing best practices, research...














