VA Cancels Geriatrics Meeting, Will Announce New Date Later
Published Date: 6/1/2026
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The VA’s Geriatric and Gerontology Advisory Committee meeting set for June 3, 2026, has been cancelled. This affects committee members and anyone following their work, but don’t worry—the meeting will be rescheduled and announced later. No money changes or deadlines are impacted right now, so stay tuned for the new date!
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