Us Department of Veterans Affairs
Recent News About Us Department of Veterans Affairs
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Tanya Bradsher, a combat veteran of Iraq, has been appointed as the deputy secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), making her the highest-ranking woman in VA history, the first woman to hold this position, and a woman of color. The Senate chose Bradsher for this role, recognizing her extensive experience and dedication to serving her country and fellow veterans.
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In a groundbreaking collaboration, the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) have announced a historic data-sharing partnership to better understand and treat cancer in veterans. This landmark agreement will facilitate the exchange of cancer registry data, providing crucial information for the diagnosis and treatment of cancer in veterans and all Americans. By allowing VA access to vital information on cancer diagnoses and treatments outside its jurisdiction, this collaboration will enable researchers to identify trends and investigate...