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MESSAGE FROM SECRETARY WILKIE (1/18/2021)
Today Americans celebrate the life and memory of the Rev. Martin Luther King. His call for equality and service has never been more timely. He clearly believed that our Nation must work together to solve the issues confronting all of us. He preached that hate is only cured with love and he lived a life that followed that ethos. Take time to read his words and more importantly to serve your community for the betterment of the lives of our fellow Americans.
VA, Israel Ministry of Defense renew partnership to share best practices in Veteran health care (1/15/2021)
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced today it is renewing its partnership with the Israel Ministry of Defense to continue sharing expertise on caring for Veterans.
VA begins administering COVID-19 vaccines to Department of Homeland Security mission-essential personnel (1/12/2021)
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) began administering COVID-19 vaccinations to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) employees Jan. 6, through an interagency agreement to support DHS's COVID-19 vaccination program.