VA Augusta opens women-only clinic for female veterans to improve gender-specific care access.

The VA Augusta Healthcare System has opened a women-only clinic for female veterans, providing primary and specialized care in a space where men are not allowed. This move addresses rising demand driven by the growing female veteran population, which rose from 4% in 2000 to a projected 18% by 2040. The clinic aims to improve access to gender-specific, culturally competent care with enhanced privacy and comfort.