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PublishedNovember 11, 2016
Maine veterans honored at Togus, UMA
The 150th birthday of the veterans' hospital is marked and university events are called meaningful.
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PublishedSeptember 29, 2016
Importance of specialized medical care for injured veterans hits home
A York woman affected by military sexual trauma and PTSD says she's just one of hundreds of thousands who need places like Togus.
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PublishedSeptember 17, 2016
In Maine, VA secretary affirms pledge to veterans and their families
At ceremonies marking Togus' 150th year, Robert McDonald says efforts for better care are continuing.
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PublishedSeptember 15, 2016
Our View: Improving VA remains best fix for veterans’ care
Progress in the timeliness and quality of services in Maine indicates the need to slow down on privatization.
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PublishedSeptember 12, 2016
Veterans count on Togus to adapt to a new mission
More women are expected to use VA facilities, and future patients are more likely to suffer from PTSD.
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PublishedSeptember 11, 2016
Homelessness is a challenge for VA center
As Togus celebrates its 150th year, that's one of several issues it must deal with as it adapts to changing expectations.
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PublishedSeptember 10, 2016
At Togus, a 150-year evolution of veterans’ care
The first of a national network of homes for disabled volunteer soldiers pioneered care and services.
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PublishedJuly 19, 2016
Maine Voices: Improve the VA health system by supporting a key rule change
A proposal to allow nurse anesthetists to use the full extent of their training would cut wait times for care.
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PublishedJuly 11, 2016
Fewer Maine veterans wait for health care after added hiring, Togus officials say
The addition of employees, including surgeons and specialists, has resulted in 34,923 outpatient visits through June, up 21.3 percent from the same period last year.
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PublishedJune 19, 2016
October construction eyed for veterans’ housing in Chelsea
The path has been slow for the 21 planned cabins at the VA Maine Healthcare Systems campus at Togus.