Summer initiative encourages outdoor activity and connection Veterans across the country are invited to take part in the Veterans Outdoor Challenge, a free, nationwide initiative that encourages outdoor recreation, community connection and overall well-being. The challenge runs July 15 to Aug. 8, the 25 days timed to honor America’s 250th anniversary; the challenge is open…
VA buries Vietnam Veteran hero Garfield Langhorn in national shrine
Hundreds of Long Island residents gathered on July 3, 2026, to honor the life of Army Medal of Honor recipient Pfc. Garfield M. Langhorn, who was reinterred at Calverton National Cemetery, New York. He was killed in action in Vietnam, Jan. 15, 1969. He was 20 years old. Langhorn was attached to the 17th Cavalry…
Live Whole Health #326: Use it or lose it
Have you ever heard someone say, “use it or lose it?” It basically means that if you don’t use your skills or abilities, they start to fade away—kind of like how a plant wilts if you forget to water it. Think about it If you learn a new language but stop practicing, your brain might…
Hiring Veterans: Jobs of the week for July 13, 2026
Editor’s note: This post contains links to jobs that are active at the time of publishing. Most job listings close 7–30 days after posting. The sharing of any non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products or services by VA. Veterans should verify all information with the organization offering the opportunity. Each week, we…
Dangerous heat: Help protect Veterans experiencing homelessness
Four ways to help Veterans stay safe in summer heat Summer heat can be dangerous for anyone, but for Veterans experiencing homelessness, especially those living unsheltered outdoors, extreme temperatures can quickly become life-threatening. Extended hours in direct sunlight, walking long distances to access services, and sleeping in tents or vehicles that trap heat increase the…
VA Research Wrap Up: New findings on prescribing safety, sexual trauma and dementia
VA’s Office of Research and Development recently published three News Briefs highlighting new findings on an prescribing safety initiative, sexual trauma treatment and dementia. VA initiative reduces harmful prescription combinations Antiplatelet medication such as low-dose aspirin is often overprescribed in patients also taking direct oral anticoagulants, increasing the risk of major bleeding. To address this, VA implemented…
Vets4Warriors and WAV launch “Key into Care” campaign
Vets4Warriors and Worried About a Veteran (WAV) are partnering to support Veterans and their loved ones through the Key into Care initiative, giving away 250 free Key into Care packages in honor of America’s 250th anniversary and to help prevent Veteran suicide involving firearms. This innovative package offers a new way to approach safe firearm…
VA community residential care brings Veteran peace of mind
Independent living community brings VA support closer to Veteran and caregiver Community Residential Care helps Veterans who can’t safely live on their own, but who also don’t need a nursing home, since it allows them to live in an environment where they can maintain independence and get 24/7 help when needed. That need became clear…
Bridging the distance: Bringing care closer to home for rural Veterans
In Navajo Nation, VA trainees close the distance to care For rural Veterans living on or near the Navajo Nation reservation, seeking care has often meant hours on the road. Such distances pose a serious barrier, particularly for elderly or disabled Veterans. In rural New Mexico, VA trainees are working to close that gap, bringing…
Air Force Veteran returns to the Golden Age Games with strength, faith and fight
Terrence “Terry” Munoz hadn’t competed in powerlifting in more than 20 years. Life had brought injuries, retirement, family, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and two battles with cancer. Still, when he learned about the National Veterans Golden Age Games, one thought kept returning to him: “I think I got one more meet left in me.” Strength beyond the…
Talk About It Tuesday offers insights, advice to job seekers
From application advice to insights into day-to-day work at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Talk About It Tuesday (TAIT) is back to help viewers learn more about VA and how to better navigate the federal hiring process. Hosted by VA National Recruiter Mike Owens, TAIT invites job seekers like you to explore career opportunities,…
Continuing to serve: Veterans can find purpose through coaching
Veterans leave the military with discipline, leadership, resilience and a deep commitment to service. But when the uniform comes off, many ask, “What’s next?” For many, the answer can be found in coaching—on the field, court, track or sideline. Soldiers To Sidelines helps Veterans, service members, military spouses and Gold Star families continue serving by…