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VA Augusta to host PACT Act events

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Augusta, GA
United States

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Augusta, Ga — On December 15th, VA Augusta will host a PACT Act Event to inform Veterans, their families, caregivers, and survivors about the PACT Act and encourage them to apply for the toxic exposure-related health care and benefits they have earned.
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These events will include three programs, Veterans Benefits Administration and the Veterans Health Administration will be represented. VA Augusta Leadership Local VA staff will also be present to help Veterans to apply for benefits, complete toxic exposure screenings, and enroll in VA health care. 

The PACT Act is the largest expansion of Veteran health care and benefits in decades. This Week of Action event is part of VA’s broader efforts to ensure that every eligible Veteran and survivor gets their PACT Act-related health care and benefits.  

Who: Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA)
Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
VA Augusta Leadership
What: PACT Act Informational Events, featuring two 30-minute in person events and a Facebook Live event. 

Media wishing to cover any of these events, please contact vhaaugpublicaffairs@va.gov