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PACT Act

The PACT Act and VA Benefits

Expands and extends eligibility for care and benefits for Veterans and Survivors related to toxic exposures.

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New Provider Certification

Health care providers can now earn a Military Environmental Exposures Certification.

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Exposure Research

Toxic Exposure Research

As a part of the PACT Act, government agencies are working together to share toxic exposure research

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The Office of Patient Care Services/Public Health has critical responsibilities for promoting health and preventing disease among Veterans. By developing evidence-based public health policy, conducting operations research, and performing educational outreach, we continue to support America’s Veterans and the VA workforce.

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