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U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs visits Omaha VA, emphasizes care for women, young veterans

Secretary Doug Collins toured the Omaha VA, honored staff with ceremonial coins, and outlined goals for expanding care for women and younger veterans.
U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs visits Omaha VA, emphasizes care for women, young veterans
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OMAHA, NE. — U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs Doug Collins visited the Omaha VA today, touring the facility and honoring staff members for their work.

Collins presented ceremonial coins to several staffers, including nurses, the chief of VA police and a hospital chaplain.

When asked about his goals for the Omaha VA, Collins said women's health is a main target.

"Our women's veterans are our largest and fastest-growing population of veterans, and making sure we are giving them the attention that they need -- we are seeing that not only here but across the country as well," Collins said.

Collins also emphasized expanding care in Omaha for younger veterans.