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The Audit and Evaluation Division (AED) provides value-added services to the director and executive staff through consultation services including:

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Audit and evaluation services of Department programs and processes.

The Compliance Review Office within the AED ensures the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act and Wagner-Peyser programs are administered to meet federal and state laws, regulations, policy directives, and Uniform Guidance guidelines.
The Investigation Division (ID) conducts both internal and external investigations to determine if fraud or embezzlement was committed against our benefit programs. The ID also investigates allegations of criminal and administrative misconduct by our employees or vendors, and physical assault incidents or other acts and threats of violence against our employees, properties, customers, and vendors located on our property.
The Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs Office (LIAO) develops legislative proposals and analyses and recommends Department positions related to proposed and active legislation affecting our programs. The LIAO also serves as the primary contact for constituent inquiries from the Legislature and Congressional members on EDD matters.
The Monitor Advocate Office makes sure that migrant and seasonal farm workers receive the same employment services as all other customers.

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The Public Affairs Branch (PAB) provides the following to promote the use and understanding of EDD programs and services:

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Media Services provides information on EDD services, programs, and policies to the general public and news media.
Strategic Communications directs and coordinates all forms of marketing and public education efforts, and manages the EDD brand.
Web Business Services provides Spanish translations of all EDD content for public consumption, manages web content, and ensures user-centered design principles are applied to EDD online services.

Tax Branch

The Tax Branch (TB) administers the collection, accounting, and auditing functions of California’s payroll tax program. The program consists of Unemployment Insurance and Employment Training Tax, which are employer contributions, and State Disability Insurance and Personal Income Tax, which are withheld from employees’ wages.
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Small bowel capsule endoscopy, which uses a tiny wireless camera that takes pictures as it moves through your digestive system
24-hour pH study, which measures how much stomach acid is flowing into your esophagus and helps us assess conditions like severe heartburn and acid reflux

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We offer blood tests and other advanced testing services to help you and your VA health care team monitor your health, find and understand any health problems and make informed treatment decisions.

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Our laboratories provide a full range of clinical and diagnostic testing services. Our laboratory and pathology services include:

Study of blood, urine and other bodily fluids for illness management
Testing for infectious diseases
Cytopathology (study of unusual cells) and surgical pathology (study of tissue removed during surgery)
Autopsy services

 MOVE! weight management
 

Common conditions: overweight, obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure
 
We offer easy-to-follow weight management plans backed by the latest science. Our experts can help you reduce health risks, prevent or reverse some diseases and live a better—and even longer—life.

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We perform noninvasive and minimally invasive tests and procedures that check, support, and improve your heart health. We’ll work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan and treat you with the most effective medications. Our services include:

Evaluating you for coronary heart disease, heart-valve disease, and heart defects
Determining how well blood flows through your heart vessels or find the cause of your heart failure
Treating your heart vessels with nonsurgical or minimally invasive operations that open and support them through balloon angioplasty or stent placement
Noninvasively monitoring you for changes in heart rhythm, using electrocardiograms (EKGs or ECGs), portable Holt monitors, or ultrasound
Performing surgical treatments like pacemaker implants or cardiac catheterization (inserting a long, thin tube into an artery or vein)

Learn more about the cardiology care we provide

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If you are caring for a Veteran with serious illness or disabilities, we can help you support them—and take care of yourself. You may qualify for services like training, counseling or respite care when you need a break.

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Mental health services at VA Boston offer same-day access to mental health care for Veterans who need it. Our emergency department on the West Roxbury campus is also open 24/7 for Veterans with urgent mental health care needs outside of regular business hours.
Additionally, VA offers mobile apps that support many aspects of mental health and wellness. Visit https://mobile.va.gov/appstore/mental-health to learn more. 
Veterans and their loved ones can always call VA’s Veterans Crisis Line by dialing 988 and pressing 1, chat at www.veteranscrisisline.net, or text 838255, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
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If you are having surgery, we make sure that your procedure and follow-up care are safe and high-quality.

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Surgery, otherwise known as General Surgery  is a surgical specialty that focuses on alimentary canal [GI Tract] and abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, liver, pancreas, gallbladder, appendix and bile ducts, and often the thyroid gland.  We also deal with diseases involving the skin, breast, and hernias and perform endoscopic procedures such as gastroscopy and colonoscopy.
We treat the following conditions

Anti-reflux- laparoscopic, robotic, and open procedures for reflux and hiatal hernia management.
Breast- male breast care
Colon and Rectal Surgery- laparoscopic and open colon/rectal resection
Endocrine- parathyroidectomy, thyroidectomy, adrenalectomy
Gallbladder-benign and malignant disease including cholecystitis, gallstones, polyps
Spleen – laparoscopic and open splenectomy
Liver, pancreas, and bile duct benign and cancer surgery
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Mental health services at VA Boston offer same-day access to mental health care for Veterans who need it. Our emergency department on the West Roxbury campus is also open 24/7 for Veterans with urgent mental health care needs outside of regular business hours.
Additionally, VA offers mobile apps that support many aspects of mental health and wellness. Visit https://mobile.va.gov/appstore/mental-health to learn more. 
Veterans and their loved ones can always call VA’s Veterans Crisis Line by dialing 988 and pressing 1, chat at www.veteranscrisisline.net, or text 838255, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
Learn more and connect with a care coordinator

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If you are having surgery, we make sure that your procedure and follow-up care are safe and high-quality.

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Surgery, otherwise known as General Surgery  is a surgical specialty that focuses on alimentary canal [GI Tract] and abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, liver, pancreas, gallbladder, appendix and bile ducts, and often the thyroid gland.  We also deal with diseases involving the skin, breast, and hernias and perform endoscopic procedures such as gastroscopy and colonoscopy.
We treat the following conditions

Anti-reflux- laparoscopic, robotic, and open procedures for reflux and hiatal hernia management.
Breast- male breast care
Colon and Rectal Surgery- laparoscopic and open colon/rectal resection
Endocrine- parathyroidectomy, thyroidectomy, adrenalectomy
Gallbladder-benign and malignant disease including cholecystitis, gallstones, polyps
Spleen – laparoscopic and open splenectomy
Liver, pancreas, and bile duct benign and cancer surgery
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<p>Features include self-management modules, trackers, nutrition information and built-in support systems, allowing users to share their progress on social media, challenge friends to build healthier habits and read stories from other MOVE! Coach users.</p>

<p>By using these applications, Veterans can take proactive steps toward improved mental health, fostering a sense of empowerment and connection as they navigate post-service life.</p>

<p>VA mobile apps are not intended to replace therapy or for use in a crisis. Talk with your VA care team about getting help for medical or mental health issues related to stress. If you need immediate crisis support, contact the <a href="http://www.veteranscrisisline.net/" rel="noopener">Veterans Crisis Line</a> for 24/7 confidential support. Dial 988 and press 1, text to 838255 or chat online at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat.</p>

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Northeast Virtual VEAC Kicks off Regional Series
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The Veterans Engagement Office (VEO) has its sights on reaching transitioning service members and recently separated Veterans.

<p>As we spring into summer, the Veterans Engagement Office (VEO) has its sights set on reaching transitioning service members and recently separated Veterans who are located in the United States or serving overseas. VEO is hosting four virtual, regional Veterans Engagement Action Centers (VEACs) in the Northeast, Southeast, Continental, and Pacific Districts of the United States. </p>