VA is recognized as a worldwide leader in patient safety and quality of health care.  Nurses are an indispensable part of the VA team that provides that health care to those who served the nation in uniform.  For information on VA nursing practices, products and services, as well as information on employment and educational opportunities with VA Nursing Service, visit http://www.va.gov/nursing/.

May 26, 2008, is Memorial Day, the day America sets aside to honor its war dead. Visit VA's Memorial Day Web site for information on the history of Memorial Day, the poppy flower tradition, the playing of Taps, proper display of the flag, links to national cemetery information and this year's Moment of Remembrance poster, and - when issued - this year's Presidential Proclamation.

The 2008 Edition of VA's Federal Benefits for Veterans and Dependents booklet is available for viewing on-line or for download in portable document format (PDF) at www.va.gov/opa/vadocs/current_benefits.asp.

The booklet provides the rates for certain federal payments and outlines many programs and services provided by VA and other federal agencies. It also includes toll-free phone numbers, Internet addresses and a directory of VA facilities throughout the country.  (more)