Department of Veterans Affairs - VA

This step to modernize the VA's medical records system has been decades in the making.

The number of coronavirus cases among VA patients has risen nearly 75% in the past month and is nearing highs seen in July.

VHA is limited in its assessment for LGBT veterans because it does not consistently collect sexual orientation data.

Nearly half of the more than 69,000 claims for "Blue Water Navy" Agent Orange benefits have been processed.

Another newly passed piece of legislation directs the GAO to assess the effectiveness of mental health services.

American Federation of Government Employees data shows the racial and ethnic makeup of VA employees.

The increase also covers disability payments and survivor benefits.

He blamed increased mental stress and suicides partly on COVID-19 lockdown orders.

"While our country is dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, the Veterans Benefits Administration has modified its outreach."

The Government Accountability Office has agreed to conduct an audit of the culture, policies, and practices of the VA.