From application advice to insights into day-to-day work at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Talk About It Tuesday (TAIT) is here to offer viewers learn more about VA and how to better navigate the federal hiring process. Hosted by VA National Recruiter Mike Owens, TAIT airs each week at noon ET on the VA LinkedIn page, taking time to discuss VA…
Veterans can use their VA-guaranteed home loan benefit more than once
Did you know that you can use your VA-guaranteed home loan benefit more than once? Many Veterans and surviving spouses think it’s a one-time benefit, but it isn’t. The VA home loan is a lifetime benefit. In many cases, you can keep your current home and use your remaining entitlement to buy another home to…
Your next mission: Finding meaningful employment after service
Editor’s note: The sharing of any non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products and services on the part of VA. Veterans should verify the information with the organization offering. Every Veteran’s journey after military service is different, but one challenge is nearly universal: translating military experience into meaningful civilian employment opportunities. For more…
Live Whole Health #334: September is National Yoga Awareness Month: Yoga for everybody and all bodies
September is National Yoga Awareness Month, a fitting time to highlight how this practice can be beneficial for physical, mental, and emotional health. I used to think yoga was “just stretching,” and as a non-flexible athlete I wasn’t sure it was for me. Initially I started trying it out as a complement to my sport,…
Beat summer’s food traps: Simple swaps for a healthier season
Healthy meals to enjoy under the beautiful, summer sun Summer brings cookouts, vacations, festivals and time with family and friends. While favorites like burgers, hot dogs and ice cream are part of the season, they don’t have to crowd out nutritious meals. Small steps like incorporating healthy dinners throughout the season can boost your energy…
Walking a mile: Navy nurses train with VA to better serve Veterans
From active duty to advanced practice nurses When it comes to medical studies, applied practice can be the best way for students to grow their expertise. That was the opportunity given to three Navy sailors from Louisiana State University at the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Healthcare System (SLVHCS). Dr. Cynthia Benz is an advanced practice registered…
At VA, geriatrics clinicians offer significant support to Veterans
A specialty that makes a difference According to data from the most recent census, almost half of Veterans (49%) are 65 or older, while 27.9% were 75 or older. That makes the field of geriatrics hugely important here at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). That’s because we’re dedicated to meeting Veterans on their own…
Education scams and fraud awareness
Pursuing higher education is a valuable journey that leads to many opportunities. Unfortunately, it’s now more common for student Veterans to be confronted and sometimes compromised by scammers, fraudulent schools and identity thieves. These scammers prey on Veterans and beneficiaries using education benefits such as the Post-9/11 G.I. Bill, Montgomery G.I. Bill and Dependents’ Educational…
Veterans can access exclusive discounts through ExpertVoice
Editor’s note: The sharing of any non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products and services on the part of VA. Veterans should verify the information with the organization offering. Meet Randy: An Army Veteran, longtime VA nurse and the winner of a $10,000 trip through a recent ExpertVoice member sweepstakes. Randy served 11…
TelePhysical Therapy brings convenient care to this Veteran’s home
Physical therapy from home can be an effective option for many Veterans A physical therapy appointment used to mean taking time away from work and spending time on the road. For Navy Veteran Joan Utley, VA’s TelePhysical Therapy makes things easier by bringing care straight to her home in Russellville, Kentucky. VA offers virtual physical…
Four straight quarters above 80%: Veteran trust in VA continues strong
Veteran trust in VA remained above 80% for the fourth consecutive quarter in FY2026 Q3—the longest streak above 80% in VA’s trust-report history. The result reflects feedback from approximately 33,000 Veterans who responded to VA’s quarterly, VA-wide Veterans Signals survey. For FY2026 Q3, 80.4% of Veterans said they trust VA to fulfill the nation’s commitment…
40 under 40 honorees
The best technology is the kind you never have to think about because it’s already working flawlessly in the background. Three VA employees have been making that behind-the-scenes magic happen so well that TechNation magazine named them to its 2026 “40 Under 40” list, celebrating rising stars in healthcare technology management. Honorees are selected based…