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Get Your Flu Shot Before the Holidays [] [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]( [laptop screen with linkedin on screen]( Free Year of LinkedIn Premium for Veterans LinkedIn offers a FREE one-year [Premium Career subscription]( to every eligible Veteran. The subscription includes access to 16,000+ LinkedIn Learning courses. [LEARN MORE]( Upcoming Events (All times ET unless noted) Nov. 29, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. MT – [Colorado Veterans! Health and Benefits Questions?]( Nov. 29, 1-2 p.m. – [VA S.A.V.E. 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Take five minutes with VA Whole Health to learn how practicing gratitude can easily become a part of your daily routine. [WATCH]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [two men looking at each other with words get hired]( Find Your Next Career and Join the Talent Pool for Free HireMilitary has a vast network of employers, from small businesses to Fortune 500 global brands that want to hire Veterans and military spouses. Job openings are current, updated daily and available to all Veterans and military spouses, and joining is FREE. [LEARN MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [VA Disability Claims for Burn Pits, Agent Orange, and More]( VA Disability Claims for Burn Pits, Agent Orange and More From Vietnam to Afghanistan, if you were exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange or radiation, there are new, presumptive conditions that may entitle you to free health screenings and VA disability compensation. Watch to learn more. 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