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New Tools, Information with Updated Access to Care Website [] [US Department of Veterans Affairs]( [facebook]([twitter]([instagram]([youtube]([RP]([Podcast]([blog]([website]([contact us]( [#VetResources]( is a weekly newsletter for Veterans, their Families, Caregivers, and Survivors. [VIEW/SHARE]( | [EVENTS]( | [WELCOME KIT]( | [PODCAST]( [calculating va disability explained]( How to Calculate Your % Disability Ever wonder how VA calculates a Veteran’s percentage of disability? Watch this explanation with a step-by-step breakdown that’s easy to follow. [WATCH]( [image of two hands around holograms of various health care icons]( Updated Access to Care Website Gives Veterans More Tools to Manage Their VA Health Care Veterans have a more user-friendly, streamlined information tool to make it easier to plan their VA health care visits. The updated Access to Care website offers new search tools and information, including average appointment wait times at the nearest facility or other VA medical centers in the network. [LEARN MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Upcoming Events (All times ET unless noted) July 28, 12-1 p.m. - [DC Veterans Monthly Roundtable]( Aug 2, 1-2 p.m. - [Get Franchised Workshop]( Aug 2, 2-3 p.m. - [Uniting Together: What to Know About Cancer Prevention and Screening]( [VIEW ALL EVENTS]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [cancer screening discussion graphic]( The Elizabeth Dole Foundation's Spotlight Series hosts "Uniting Together to Conquer Veteran Cancer - What Veterans & Caregivers Need to Know About Cancer Prevention & Screening." Hear from VA experts, Philips, and the American Cancer Society as they discuss cancer risks in the Veteran community, how to get screened inside and outside the VA system, and why early diagnosis can save lives. [LEARN MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [african american woman speaking on camera]( State-level VA Departments Deliver Crucial Benefits and Resources The National Association of State Directors of Veterans Affairs is an organization with a history dating back to 1946. From reduced or exempted state taxes, to education benefits and direct bonuses for war time Veterans, these state-level programs offer significant benefits to Veterans. [WATCH]( [READ MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [hands around red heart]( Watch the Cancer Cabinet Community Roundtable Conversation Cancer experts and Veterans discuss improvements in the treatment of prostate cancer and other genitourinary cancers, among the most commonly diagnosed cancers for Veterans. [WATCH]( [LEARN MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [ice chest and shopvcs.com]( Veterans Canteen Service $1,000 Giveaway Create your FREE ShopVCS.com account for a chance to win $1,000 to spend on top summer brands like YETI, Garmin, Maui Jim and more! [SHOP VCS]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [two men on a beach]( Rest and Recharge is an Important Part of Your Whole Health Taking a vacation could save your life. In a study of more than 12,000 men who were at risk for heart disease, participants were asked about taking vacations. Men who did not take a vacation each year were more likely to die from any cause during the nine years they were studied. [READ MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Learn about managing mental health challenges related to a physical injury, treatment options, self-help tools, and resources to help you live well]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [young man smiling with group of young adults in background at a table]( VA Digital Media is Looking for College Interns. Apply by July 28. Interested in helping create articles, blogs and social media content for VA? VA’s Digital Media Engagement team is looking for college interns. Learn more about this opportunity and apply now. 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