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When seconds counted At the G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center, caring for others is not confined to exam rooms or clinical spaces. Recently, that commitment came to life during an emergency that reminded everyone why preparation and teamwork matter. A split-second response It was an ordinary lunch break in a building that houses nearly…

Honoring those who endured Late last month, thousands of people gathered under the New Mexico desert sky to honor those who endured one of World War II’s most brutal events, the Bataan Death March. On April 10, 1942, approximately 78,000 American and Filipino prisoners of war were forced to march more than 65 miles under…

VA Health Connect triage nurses respond to general health concerns, acute symptoms, and chronic condition flare-ups It all started when an 80-year-old Veteran called VA Health Connect to say that his home health aide hadn’t shown up in a while. He was worried that he might take too many pills. It turned out, too, that…

April is Financial Literacy Month, making it the perfect time to plan for the future with life insurance. Life insurance is an important financial tool that provides peace of mind to you and your loved ones. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers several life insurance options to meet the needs of our Nation’s service…

Behind every safe, welcoming patient care environment is a dedicated team working to keep it that way. At the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), environmental services technicians play a vital role in protecting the health and well-being of Veterans, visitors and staff. Their work ensures that VA medical centers (VAMCs) and clinics remain clean, sanitary and comfortable while supporting the delivery of high-quality care for…

VA provides respiratory therapy through telehealth When Air Force Veteran Robert Ordoyne was hospitalized earlier this year with coronary hypertension—a condition that puts added strain on both the heart and lungs—he wasn’t sure what his recovery would look like. Ordoyne, who served from 1983 to 1987, knew he was facing a health challenge that would…

Many of us are busy each day taking care of others, both at work and at home. We know that we should take some time to also take care of ourselves, but it can be hard to find the time for that. Fortunately, there is a very effective way to take care of our physical…

Enhancing well-being and healing through the power of reading In a quiet hospital room at the Birmingham VA Medical Center (BVAMC), a simple act of kindness unfolds as a volunteer sits beside a Veteran and begins to read aloud. But this is more than a story—it’s a moment of connection. The Giver When Parmida Amiri,…

Dr. Darlene Makulski and team utilize groundbreaking device to improve Veterans’ lives at Houston VA At the Houston VA Medical Center (HVAMC), a team of dedicated health care professionals is making remarkable strides in the treatment of Veterans with traumatic brain injuries (TBI). Among them is Dr. Darlene Makulski, director of the Houston VA’s TBI…

Each year on April 5, Gold Star Spouses Day, our nation honors the sacrifice, strength and resilience of the surviving spouses of fallen military service members. At VA, that recognition also means making sure surviving spouses know about the many benefits available to help them rebuild their lives.   Surviving spouses may be eligible for a variety of VA benefits based on their late spouse’s service.  VA Home Loan Guaranty benefits  Home loans for surviving spouses: Many surviving…

A special ceremony at Chattanooga VA clinic to recognize the life and service of a WWII Veteran The Tennessee afternoon sun, hazy and golden, began to cast shadows across the polished floors of the Chattanooga VA Clinic lobby in the late morning. A slight sense of hushed anticipation hung in the air, offering a peaceful…

VA volunteers brave the cold: Counting and assisting homeless Veterans The evening temperature was about 40 degrees, not too bad considering the previous weeks when frigid temperatures caused some to boot and bundle up. It was great weather for the more than 200 volunteers who stepped into the dark to find and assist those in need. VA partnered…