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dog tags of fallen Marines

What dog tags can teach us about veteran care coordination in the wake of COVID-19

The authors of this commentary say a modern equivalent to the dog tag, which carries vital information for service members on the battlefield, is needed for health records for veterans seeking care outside the VA health system.

By Sherman Gillums Jr. and Eugene Luskin

3 years ago

VA coronavirus cases jump 11 percent overnight, approach 5,000 nationwide

In addition to the patients, at least 1,100 VA health care employees have tested positive for the virus

By Leo Shane III

4 years ago

Veterans Affairs patient deaths from coronavirus have increased five-fold since April 1

In addition to the patients, at least 1,100 VA health care employees have tested positive for the virus

By Leo Shane III

4 years ago

Internal memos call into question VA’s still-rising coronavirus count

In addition to the patients, at least 1,100 VA health care employees have tested positive for the virus

By Leo Shane III

4 years ago

VA reports big increases in coronavirus deaths, employee cases over the weekend

In addition to the patients, at least 1,100 VA health care employees have tested positive for the virus

By Leo Shane III

4 years ago

VA reports 200th death from coronavirus

In addition to the patients, at least 1,100 VA health care employees have tested positive for the virus

By Leo Shane III

4 years ago