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Subject UPDATED Airborne Hazards, Burn Pit Registry | FREE Google Cloud Certification | Game Console Giveaway
Date October 24, 2024 3:32 AM
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Free Call of Duty Tracer Pack Available Friday

The Call of Duty Endowment and USAA are offering a free Call of Duty Endowment Endeavour: Tracer Pack starting Oct. 25 at 10 a.m. PT. This offer is exclusive to U.S. military and Veterans. Quantities limited. ID.me account required. See official rules here [ [link removed] ].

*SNAG YOUR FREE SKIN ON FRIDAY* [ [link removed] ]






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*Watch the Buddy Check Summit*

VA and the American Red Cross hosted the first-ever Veteran Buddy Check Summit on October 22. The summit featured a Buddy Check Townhall with VA leaders and presentations from The American Legion, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors, American Corporate Partners, and other organizations.

*WATCH THE FIRST EVER BUDDY CHECK SUMMIT* [ [link removed]? ]


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Veterans Exclusive: No-cost Google Cloud Training and Certification 

Ready to translate your military experience into a powerful career in cloud? Join Google Cloud Launchpad for Veterans on November 7 & 8. Gain in-demand skills and become a leader in digital transformation with this no-cost Google Cloud training and certification journey.

*SAVE YOUR SPOT AT THIS FREE TRAINING* [ [link removed] ]


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PACT Act updates, Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry. [ [link removed] ]



Updated Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry

Learn about the recently redesigned and updated Airborne Hazards and Open Air Burn Pit Registry associated with the PACT Act. The PACT Act provides generations of Veterans—and their survivors—with the care and benefits they’ve earned and deserve.

*WATCH FOR IMPORTANT UPDATE* [ [link removed] ]


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Upcoming Events

We have hundreds of free events for Veterans and their families, caregivers and survivors. Check out the full list of upcoming events on the outreach events site, including:

Online: Regiment GG General Q&A on VA Benefits - October 24 - 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. ET [ [link removed] ]

*VIEW ALL EVENTS* [ [link removed] ]


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A Playstation 5 for the giveaway by American Legion. [ [link removed] ]



PS5 Pro Giveaway

In anticipation of the release of the new PS5 Pro, the American Legion is giving one away upon release. Check out the links below to enter and join their Discord channel for upcoming events.

*ENTER FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN* [ [link removed] ]


*JOIN THE AMERICAN LEGION DISCORD* [ [link removed] ]






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Get Cyber Safety Advice from Other Veterans and Caregivers

Don't be tricked by scammers looking to steal your Veterans' benefits and personal information. Hear three Veterans and a caregiver share their personal cyber safety stories and gain valuable insight on protecting your benefits.

*HEAR THE TIPS TO PROTECT YOUR BENEFITS* [ [link removed] ]


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President Reagan signs the Department of Veterans Affairs Act. [ [link removed] ]



History of VA: 36 Years as a Cabinet-level Department

Friday, October 25 marks the 36th anniversary since President Ronald Reagan, a Veteran himself, made history by signing the Department of Veterans Affairs Act, elevating the Veterans Administration to a cabinet-level department and creating the Department of Veterans Affairs. Discover how this landmark decision came together in this History of VA in 100 Objects entry.

*EXPLORE THE HISTORY OF VA* [ [link removed] ]


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Healing After Military Sexual Trauma

While serving in the Army, Jess was sexually assaulted. The experience affected her mental health, leading her to behave recklessly. Wanting to make a change, she sought mental health support. Watch Jess share how she began healing through treatment.

*WATCH HER STORY* [ [link removed] ]






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Hiring Veterans: Jobs of the Week

Employers are looking to hire Veterans across the country. We're now posting all jobs in "Hiring Veterans" on VA News. Check out this week's list of *35 jobs* and *five upcoming job fairs*, including: 

*Online: Mastering Virtual Career Fairs – October 30, 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. ET [ [link removed] ]*

*FIND YOUR NEXT JOB* [ [link removed] ]


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Check on Your Veteran Buddy! [ [link removed] ]

* How can I obtain a Certificate of Eligibility for a VA loan if the only documents I have are the NGB22 and DD214? *Answers Here > [ [link removed] ]*
* Has anyone used a Vet Center for mental health? What was your experience like? *Answers Here > [ [link removed] ]*

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Discounts and Deals for Veterans

Urban Helmets offers a 15% discount to active duty U.S. military personnel and Veterans. Go to cart [ [link removed] ] and at checkout verify with ID.me, for more information or help about verifying with ID.me, visit here [ [link removed]- ]. 






*ACCESS YOUR DISCOUNT ON A NEW HELMET* [ [link removed] ]


*SAVE MONEY, FIND MORE DISCOUNTS* [ [link removed] ]






*VA News: *


* See how a clinical career at VA can make a difference for you [ [link removed] ]
* Check in on your health with MVP: Screen, detect, prevent [ [link removed] ]
* Recreational therapy improves Veterans’ mental health [ [link removed] ]
* Celebrating resilience and advocacy at the 6th annual EmpowerHer event [ [link removed] ]
* Live Whole Health #244: Winning or losing [ [link removed] ]
* PTSD Bytes – PTSD and chronic pain [ [link removed] ]
* 27 “I CARE” awards in one year [ [link removed] ]
* Coast Guard Veteran tells how VA Housing First changed his life [ [link removed] ]
* Baby shower a celebration of strength [ [link removed] ]
* Oncologists: Help our Veterans win their battles against cancer [ [link removed] ]
* Unparalleled relief with immersive technology [ [link removed] ]
* VA expands Outer Burial Receptacles benefit [ [link removed] ]
* Impact of a 3D-printed shoulder model for Veterans [ [link removed] ]
* Wilmington VA has housed 161 homeless Veterans [ [link removed] ]
* Veterans: Protect your benefits from claims predators [ [link removed] ]
* Battle Creek VA celebrates 100 years of Veteran care [ [link removed] ]
* Creative Arts further rehabilitation goals for Veterans [ [link removed] ]
* Veterans Day National Committee selects Regional Sites for 2024 [ [link removed] ]





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