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Legislation has recently passed in Parliament to enable the Defence, Veterans’ and Families’ Acute

NLHC for World Mental Health Day

Today is World Mental Health Day, a day aimed at raising awareness of mental health issues faced

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DVA is running a trial program to provide eligible veterans with a tailored support plan to help

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DVA’s Heart Health Program improves veterans’ physical health through exercise, nutritional

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From today, some veterans and families will see an increase in their pensions following the largest

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Do you take a number of medicines for different conditions? Do you know what each of the medicines

Applications for next year’s Long Tan Bursaries opened on 18 August 2022, Vietnam Veterans' Day. The

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From 1 October 2022, DVA expanded access to allied health care services and the Rehabilitation

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Transitioning to civilian life can be a busy and challenging time for veterans and their families

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DVA is aware of Optus data breach, and is working with our partners and the Australian Cyber Security Centre to remain alert to the possible risks.

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