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The Flu and Vaccines: What Everyone Needs to Know [] [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]( [the SITREP podcast about flu season and vaccines]( The Flu and Vaccines: What Everyone Needs to Know It's flu season! Watch this series from theSITREP and learn everything you need to know about the flu, including: symptoms, how to treat, whether flu shots work, flu vs. cold, flu vs. pneumonia, flu vs. covid, flu vs. RSV, what is flu A, flu B and much more. Did you know? Veterans can get a [free flu shot]( from a nearby VA clinic or within your community from one of nearly 70,000 in-network pharmacies or urgent care locations. [WATCH]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [burial services and needs for veterans survey]( [Take this survey and help VA understand awareness of burial options, and end-of-life and survivor benefits.]( Upcoming Events [VIEW ALL EVENTS]( JOB FAIRS [G.I. Jobs Virtual Job Fair – Sep 28]( [Intelligence Community Career Fair (Online) – Sep 28]( [Job Fair at Fort Bliss – Sep 28]( [Eastern Region Virtual Career Fair for Veterans – Oct 3]( [Colorado Springs Veterans Job Fair – Oct 5]( --------------------------------------------------------------- RESOURCES [PACT Act Open Enrollment Session (Alhambra, CA) – Sep 29]( [The Warrior Alliance and VA PACT Act Claims Filing (Augusta, GA) – Sep 30]( [Quad Cities Veterans Experience Action Center – Sep 30]( [Hispanic and Latino Veteran Outreach, Engagement, and Enrollment – Oct 4]( [Moral Injury Seminar by the Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic – Oct 4]( [Heroes Connect: Military to Manufacturing – Oct 4]( [What Myths Have You Heard About VA?]( [myth or fact]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [new horizons in health podcast]( Exploring the Use of Psychedelics to Treat Veterans with PTSD In the new podcast series, New Horizons in Health, Dr. Shereef Elnahal, VA under secretary for Health, leads a candid discussion on psychedelic-assisted therapies for Veterans experiencing a number of mental health conditions. [LEARN MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Hey, we really need your help. Do you know any Veterans who deployed to a combat zone and left active duty between September 11, 2001 - October 1, 2013? If so, they may be eligible for free or low-cost health care from VA. But they need to apply by September 30, 2023 or they'll miss this fast-track special health care enrollment opportunity. You can apply [online](, call 1-800-MyVA411 and press 2, or visit your [nearest VA medical center](. Could you let them know? Forward this e-mail, text them [this link](, or [Bookmark and Share]( on your socials. --------------------------------------------------------------- [people working in a manufacturing plant]( Tuition-Free Defense Manufacturing Training for Veterans The Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM) program provides accepted Veterans with 16 weeks of tuition-free training in high-demand skills that can lead to well-paying jobs with military suppliers. [LEARN MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [veterans receiving training in a classroom]( FREE Online Training: Veterans Needing Business Start-up Help Can Turn to Warrior Rising Are you a Veteran with aspirations of entrepreneurship and business ownership? Do you need guidance to help you put your idea into action? Sign up for free online training from Warrior Rising. [LEARN MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Season Two of the podcast “Make the Connection: Real Veterans. Real Stories.” This season will explore what comes after service. As you wait for the new episodes to release, listen to all of Season One now.]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [ten dollars off fifty dollar purchase at shopvcs]( $10 off $50 | ShopVCS.com Veterans can access exclusive discounts on top brands: Oakley, YETI, Ray-Ban, Solo Stove and more. Join ShopVCS.com before 10/3/2023 for $10 off a $50 purchase or more. With every purchase, Veterans Canteen Service gives back to Veteran programs, making a positive impact on their health and wellness. [SHOP NOW]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [elderly man gazing out the window]( ‘Reflecting Back’ – Military Memories Competition. Your Chance to Win $250! [Favorite Bar: What was your favorite bar/recreational establishment from your military service? What do you remember most about this place and do you know if it still exists?]( [Last month’s $250 & $50 winners]( [View all entries]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [three children holding up certificates]( Our Military Kids Expands Grant Program to Include PACT Act Presumptive Conditions Our Military Kids is a national nonprofit that provides extracurricular activity scholarships to children and teens (ages 3-18) of deployed National Guardsmen and Reservists and post-9/11 combat-injured Veterans in treatment. [LEARN MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [man helping other man along bike trail]( Finding Hope with Help From Our Buddies As we approach VA’s “Buddy Check Week” Oct. 16 to 20, it’s essential to recognize the profound impact that friendships can have on the well-being of our fellow Veterans. [READ MORE]( [Learn more about Buddy Check Week and find resources on how to help.]( Veteran Jobs Technology & Engineering [Operations Engineer (Oklahoma City, OK)]( Business & Administrative [Franchise Opportunity: Veteran Service Brands (Nationwide)]( [HR Generalist (Louisville, KY)]( [Administrative Assistant (Corona Del Mar, CA)]( [Business Operations Analyst II (Englewood, CO)]( Security & Technical Jobs [ATF - Industry Operations Investigator (Birmingham, AL)]( [VHA - Contract Specialist (Remote)]( [Warehouse Driver (Denver, CO)]( Social Services & Medical [US Army TAP (multiple locations)]( [Customer Service Advocate Tricare (Remote in Hampton Roads, VA)]( Vacancies for Veterans & military spouses nationwide at [www.HireMilitary.us]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Sept. 28: Free Online Career Coaching Session for Veterans and Military Spouses.]( [Register Now]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Post a free job to RallyPoint's community consisting of nearly 2 million Veterans, spouses, caregivers and survivors. [POST JOB]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [a brand new toyota truck]( Your Chance to Win a New Toyota Open to active-duty service members, Veterans and military spouses, the Committed to America’s Heroes sweepstakes is a chance for one lucky military community member to win a new Toyota of their choice. [ENTER TO WIN]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Veteran and Military year round discounts]( [Dunkin Rewards]( members receive a complimentary medium hot or iced coffee with purchase on National Coffee Day, September 29. [Yankee Candle]( 10% off in retail stores, outlet stores and online. This discount can be combined with any other in-store or coupon discount. [LinkedInÂ](Free 1-year Premium Career subscription, including one year of access to LinkedIn Learning. [VIEW ALL DISCOUNTS]( VA News: - [VR&E celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973]( - [Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation holding historic public input campaign]( - [PACT PT: Improving Veteran access to same-day physical therapy]( - [Live Whole Health #188: Having a ball with yoga]( - [Bay Pines VA honors women Veterans with recognition wall]( - [South Texas VA’s SIRT state-of-the-art treatment for liver cancers]( - [Job fair at Audie Murphy VA draws over 500 applicants]( - [Marine for 22 years, VA volunteer for 13 years]( - [VA employee to donate kidney to Navy Veteran]( - [Texas Mobile Vet Center assists with food distribution]( - [Make a difference for Veterans with Alzheimer’s disease at VA]( - [Care technician brings SCOUTS services to Veterans at home]( - [Omaha VA’s healthy teaching kitchen program]( - [VA TeleOncology brings the best care to Veterans with breast cancer]( - [Santa Barbara VA and community partners reduce Veteran homelessness]( - [Meet Veterans where they live with VA’s Rural Scholars Fellowship]( - [Partnerships deliver commitment to enrich the lives of Veterans]( - [Bay Pines VA police conduct active threat training]( - [See how VA physician/provider recruiters can make an impact on your career]( - [Learn how to reduce or prevent your risk of malnutrition]( [hello - welcome to VA - lets get started]( Download the VA Welcome Kit [VA WELCOME KIT]( Find a VA facility near you. 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