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Get the latest news from VA New Jersey-area medical centers and clinics. For more information about VA New Jersey health care, contact our Public Affairs Officer at 908-647-0180 ext. 21-4550 or email VANJHCSCommsTeam@va.gov.

  • May 19, 2023

    Veterans are now able to participate in VA Uber Health Connect — an initiative which provides supplemental transportation to eligible Veterans needing access to and from medical care.

  • March 13, 2023

    East Orange, New Jersey —The Department of Veterans Affairs recognizes contributions of VA faculty and academic partners during VA Health Professions Education Week 2023.

  • January 30, 2023

    Patricia O’Kane Brings Leadership, Proven Experience to the VA New Jersey Healthcare System

  • November 29, 2022

    East Orange, NJ — During GivingTuesday, November 29, VA New Jersey Health Care System encourages the community to help support local Veterans through charitable donations or volunteer opportunities.

  • August 10, 2022

    On Aug. 1, the Department of Veterans Affairs awarded $431 million in grants to 258 non-profit organizations across the nation to help homeless and at-risk Veterans and their families.

  • August 3, 2022

    VA’s Health and Benefits mobile app was developed and launched in the Summer of 2021. We continue to make updates and improvements based on direct feedback from Veterans.

  • July 27, 2022

    Based on Veteran feedback and VA Secretary Denis McDonough’s commitment to ensuring timely access to care, the Department of Veterans Affairs launched an improved Access to Care website

  • May 24, 2022

    East Orange — Today, the VA New Jersey Health Care System is implementing COVID-19 Health Protection Levels as part VA’s consistent, nationwide approach for Veterans Health Administration (VHA) facilities to adjust COVID-19 safety protocols locally as needed.

  • May 13, 2022

    In recognition of National VA Research Week, May 16-20, VA New Jersey Health Care System honors VA researchers for their work in helping to improve the quality of life of Veterans across the country.

  • April 19, 2022

    In recognition of National Volunteer Week, April 17-23, the East Orange and Lyons Campus will honor its volunteers who support local Veterans with events throughout the week and a public campaign encouraging other citizens to give back.