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Starting March 19, regional offices will remain open, but will no longer accept walk-ins for claims assistance, scheduled appointments, counseling and other in-person services. Read more »
The law enables VA to continue providing the same level of education benefits to students having to take courses online due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Read more »
Local Events and Happenings
Temporary Suspension of Events
Due to ongoing concerns with COVID-19, the VBA Pittsburgh Regional Office will be closed to the public, beginning March 19, 2020. The Pittsburgh RO is also suspending attendance at community events. VBA benefits and services will continue to be delivered throughout the duration of the COVID-19 impacts. Please check our website for future updates.
Inside Veterans Benefits
VA, CDC closely monitoring Coronavirus outbreak
VA is working closely with The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other federal partners, monitoring an outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Looking at the Data
The Federal Trade Commission's Congressional Report, "Protecting Older Consumers 2018-2019" shows how older consumers are targeted and how they can be protected.
VBA Tribute
This week's #VBATribute honors USMC WWII Veteran and former University of Richmond President, E. Bruce Heilman. He was well-known for crisscrossing the US on his Harley to raise awareness for Veterans.
VA updates on disability rating
VA updates the disability rating schedule for infectious diseases, immune disorders and nutritional deficiencies
Raising Awareness
The Southwest Virginia Student Veterans Alliance hosted the 4th Annual Veteran Suicide Awareness March on 5/27. They walked 14 miles to help raise awareness for Veteran suicide prevention.
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