News and Events

The Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System's (SLVHCS) Public Affairs program provides an effective means of communication both in the community and within the SLVHCS, and represents the organization in contacts that include community organizations and local and national media. Veterans, their families, employees, volunteers, visitors and the general public will be kept informed.  Please call (504) 565-4836 for all media inquiries.

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If veterans or employees need to reach the VA for any reason and the facility telephone system is out of service, please call the number at 1-866-233-0152. Information will be available on facility closures, appointment cancellations, and status of facilities.

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