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New computer system reduces backlog for veterans waiting on benefits
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Nov 11, 2013
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New computer system reduces backlog for veterans waiting on benefits
In March, the Center for Investigative Reporting revealed serious delays in providing health care to more than 250,000 veterans
Danny Acree standing outside the Veterans Center at CCSF.
Danny Acree standing outside the Veterans Center at CCSF.
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In March, the Center for Investigative Reporting revealed serious delays in providing health care to more than 250,000 veterans

In March, the Center for Investigative Reporting revealed serious delays in providing health care to more than 250,000 veterans. 

Some had been stuck on waiting lists for more than a year. The news brought national attention to the problem. 

For the California Report, Aaron Glantz explains what the VA has done in recent months to reduce its backlog.