Health needs and conditions 
At VA , we offer many services and programs for Veterans with specific needs like women Veterans, Veterans with mental health problems, and elderly or disabled Veterans. We cover the cost of many of these services under the VA health care program. You may be able to get help paying for other services like dental care if you qualify for them as an added benefit. Find out how to access services for your specific needs. 

Are there any health concerns I should be aware of based on my service history? 
Yes. Certain health concerns may be more likely to affect Veterans who served in a specific time and place. Find out which health concerns you should be aware of depending on when and where you served. Get health information by service dates and locations 

How do I find out how to get health services for a specific condition or need? 
Mental health and trauma - related needs Mental health problems like bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and anxiety disorders Military sexual trauma MST Posttraumatic stress disorder PTSD Depression Suicide prevention Substance use problems Conditions of the eyes, ears, and teeth Vision care Hearing loss Dental care Illnesses and injuries Cancers and other conditions caused by contact with hazardous materials HIV/AIDS Kidney disease including dialysis care Multiple sclerosis MS Parkinson s disease Spinal cord injuries and disorders Traumatic brain injury TBI , polytrauma , and amputation Viral hepatitis Other health conditions and needs Assisted living and home health care Infertility due to service - connected conditions Women s health care needs Get an overview of what s covered by VA health care Use our health topics index to find more information 

Does VA address the specific health needs of LGBT Veterans? 
Yes. We re committed to serving the health needs of Veterans with LGBT and related identities and providing care in a sensitive, safe environment at all VA health facilities. For more information , you c

user: I'm a vet and wanted to know what you have for someone like me

assistant: At VA, we offer many services and programs for Veterans with specific needs like women Veterans, Veterans with mental health problems, and elderly or disabled Veterans. We cover the cost of many of these services under the VA health care program. 

user: but do you have anything for someone that served during a certain war or area like them boys that had problems with agent orange?

assistant: Yes, certain health concerns may be more likely to affect Veterans who served in a specific time and place. We can help you find out which health concerns you should be aware of depending on when and where you served. 

user: what about gay vets, do you have something to make them feel like they are taken care of?

assistant: Yes, we are committed to serving the health needs of Veterans with LGBT and related identities and providing care in a sensitive, safe environment at all VA health facilities. We have fact sheets you can download for more information.

assistant: Would you like more information on this ?

user: yes

assistant: We have PDF fact sheets you can download. we have more information on Transgender male health care, Transgender female health care, Male Veterans: Gay and bisexual health care, and Female Veterans: Lesbian and bisexual health care 

user: can I get more help so someone can explain things to me?

assistant: Yes, if you want to know more about your VA health care benefits, your health care team, and where you will go for care, we can help.