Fact: Survey information is foundational to all research at VA’s Million Veteran Program (MVP). MVP combines this with Veterans’ health records and blood sample to help researchers understand connections between genes and health, which can lead to discoveries that can improve care for Veterans. Learn more and join today at www.mvp.va.gov or call 866-441-6075.

Fact: Survey information is foundational to all research at VA’s Million Veteran Program (MVP). MVP combines this with Veterans’ health records and blood sample to help researchers understand connections between genes and health, which can lead to discoveries that can improve care for Veterans. Learn more and join today at www.mvp.va.gov or call 866-441-6075.

Fact: VA’s Million Veteran Program (MVP), a genetic and health research initiative, is for all Veterans who served in the United States military. No matter your age, race, ethnicity, or service branch, you can join MVP. Learn more and join today at www.mvp.va.gov or call 866-441-6075.

Fact: VA’s Million Veteran Program (MVP), a genetic and health research initiative, is for all Veterans who served in the United States military. No matter your age, race, ethnicity, or service branch, you can join MVP. Learn more and join today at www.mvp.va.gov or call 866-441-6075.

Fact: Protecting the confidentiality, privacy, and security of research participants is a top priority for VA’s Million Veteran Program (MVP). MVP removes identifying details such as names, dates of birth, and SSNs; and uses advanced technology to secure enrolled Veterans’ information. Learn more and join today at www.mvp.va.gov or call 866-441-6075.

Fact: Protecting the confidentiality, privacy, and security of research participants is a top priority for VA’s Million Veteran Program (MVP). MVP removes identifying details such as names, dates of birth, and SSNs; and uses advanced technology to secure enrolled Veterans’ information. Learn more and join today at www.mvp.va.gov or call 866-441-6075.

Fact: Participating in VA’s Million Veteran Program (MVP) will not affect your access to VA health care or benefits. Learn more and join today at www.mvp.va.gov or call 866-441-6075.

Fact: Participating in VA’s Million Veteran Program (MVP) will not affect your access to VA health care or benefits. Learn more and join today at www.mvp.va.gov or call 866-441-6075.

In this episode of Glad You Asked, Deputy Secretary Paul R. Lawrence, Ph.D., highlights how the VA Center for Development and Civic Engagement connects volunteers with meaningful opportunities to serve Veterans. He explains how individuals can get involved, outlines the steps to apply, and shares how these efforts are expanding support for Veterans in communities nationwide. Those interested in volunteering can visit volunteer.va.gov, select the Volunteer option, and complete the intake form to get started.