Arizona News
News stories from the past 60 days.
Jul 8, 2026 - Describes a Veterans Administration (VA) pilot program in New Mexico, Arizona, and Wyoming to make healthcare more accessible for rural veterans by including rural and underserved VA and Indian Health Service locations in VA residencies. Discusses how the program offers innovative service delivery models, builds cultural awareness, and increases the VA and IHS workforce.
Source: VA News
May 18, 2026 - The University of Arizona's Center for Rural Health is helping organizations in rural and tribal areas apply for funds provided through the Arizona Rural Health Transformation Program. The Center has published a toolkit and can provide letters of support to organizations writing grant applications.
Source: Tucson Spotlight
May 11, 2026 - Profiles the work of the Northern Arizona VA Health Care System, which serves a population of about 34,000 patients across about 65,000 square miles. The three VA systems in Arizona offer transportation service primarily for veterans who are older and no longer able to drive, but also assist homeless veterans and those who do not have access to transportation.
Source: Cronkite News