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Sep 21, 2023 - The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking nominations of qualified candidates to be considered for appointment as members of the Advisory Committee on Tribal and Indian Affairs to represent the California and Nashville Indian Health Service (IHS) areas. The Committee provides advice and guidance to the Secretary of Veterans Affairs on all matters relating to Indian tribes, tribal organizations, Native Hawaiian organizations, and Native American Veterans. Nominations are due by October 20, 2023.
Source: Federal Register
Sep 6, 2023 - Highlights efforts by the Veterans Administration to decrease cancer outcome disparities for American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) Veterans. Discusses rural specific challenges such as access to care as well as lack of culturally responsive care. Offers data for cancer screening and outcomes for AI/AN Veterans.
Source: VA News
Aug 31, 2023 - Group teletherapy is being used by the Veterans Affairs to provide community and coping skills for victims of military sexual trauma (MST). Notes that this format enables participation for those with geographic and transportation barriers in accessing care as well as promotes diversity in the participants.
Source: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Aug 30, 2023 - Highlights recent work by the Veterans Affairs (VA) to expand care using telehealth. Describes a recent rural patient needing specialized care in Spanish. Using telehealth and collaboration, the VA was able to provide quality, culturally appropriate care.
Source: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Aug 29, 2023 - The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will hold a virtual public meeting on September 19-20, 2023. Agenda items include updates from VA leadership, the Acting Executive Director of the VA Office of Rural Health, and the Committee Chair, as well as presentations on general rural healthcare access.
Source: Federal Register
Aug 14, 2023 - Notice of proposed rule from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) proposing amending its regulations regarding the VA Health Professional Scholarship Program (HPSP). Changes include implementing the mandates of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, which would expand the number of scholarships available to those who are pursuing degrees or training in mental health disciplines. Comments are due by October 13, 2023.
Source: Federal Register
Aug 11, 2023 - The Oklahoma City VA, Muskogee VA, Indian Health Services, and others have partnered to bring healthcare and benefits for Tribal Veterans exposed to burn pits and more. Notes that distance between VA services and tribal areas is a barrier to healthcare access.
Aug 10, 2023 - The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking nominations of qualified candidates to be considered for appointment as members of the Advisory Committee on Tribal and Indian Affairs to represent the following Indian Health Service (IHS) areas: Bemidji, California, Great Plains, Nashville, Navajo, and Tucson. The Committee provides advice and guidance to the Secretary of Veterans Affairs on all matters relating to Indian tribes, tribal organizations, Native Hawaiian organizations, and Native American Veterans. Nominations are due by August 21, 2023.
Source: Federal Register
Jul 27, 2023 - Highlights the Rural Wellness and Veteran Engagement (WAVE) program which aims to help rural Veterans with community reintegration through socialization activities and volunteering.
Source: VA News