Category: VA

Screening requirements vary by cancer type In the U.S. general population, an estimated 4.75 million deaths were averted by cancer prevention and screening from 1975 to 2020. Regular cancer screenings save lives, and for Veterans, staying up to date on these screenings is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your…

Explore VA’s innovation, patient-centered pharmacy Pharmacy graduates who are looking to take their careers to the next level, come see what the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) can do for you. VA employs about 7,300 pharmacists nationwide and offers robust programs to train and develop its pharmacy workforce, making it a leader in pharmacy education.…

A journey of resilience, love and the power of support November is a special time for the Caregiver Support Program (CSP) as we join the nation in celebrating National Family Caregivers Month (NFCM). Caring for a Veteran is a unique journey—one filled with commitment, purpose, sacrifice and resilience. It can also be one of life’s…

AI voice tool quietly takes notes so providers can focus on you At some VA medical centers, Veterans may notice something new during their appointments: Providers are spending more time talking to the patient and less time typing on the computer. That’s because VA’s Digital Health Office (DHO) introduced a new artificial intelligence (AI) technology,…

Toolkit helps faith leaders support Veterans and start conversations about mental health If faith is a meaningful part of your life, you know how much of a role it can play in offering comfort, connection and a sense of belonging. Especially when you need it most, your faith is there to help you through difficult…

Reaching out and showing them you care can be lifesaving You’ve probably heard the saying, “Don’t judge a book by its cover.” Or maybe, “Not all that glitters is gold.” Both remind us that things aren’t always what they seem. A steady job, a smile, showing up every day or even someone saying “I’m fine”…

“I was one of those lost souls from a broken family,” said Suzanne Clark, a Navy and Army Veteran and breast cancer survivor. “The military was a way for me to save myself without being a burden to society. It was about survival.”  Clark’s journey began in the Navy, where she worked in aviation, maintenance…

Bringing hope, healing and health to Veterans The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is dedicated to supporting the mental health of Veterans at every stage, from transitioning out of the military to adjusting to civilian life. Each and every day, VA psychiatrists work as part of interdisciplinary teams that provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health care…

VA offers many services tailored to women Veterans Like many women Veterans, Sharon Bayless initially felt she didn’t deserve VA health care. But after beating breast cancer, having a tumor removed and losing over 100 pounds with the help of the Milwaukee VA, she has some advice for her fellow female Veterans: “You’ve earned it,…

As summer fades into fall, many families shift back into routines filled with school activities, shorter days and fuller schedules. A breakfast packed with plant protein and fiber will provide fuel, enhance energy and mood, and support muscle maintenance for you and your family! Don’t rush out the door without your energy source Start the night…

When Ron Davis walked into the Birmingham VA Health Care System two and a half years ago for a routine visit, he carried more than just extra weight. At 297 pounds, daily tasks had become difficult, and his health was deteriorating. “A little over 12 years ago, I was having some neurological problems with shakes…

As flu season approaches, VA medical centers are ramping up their annual vaccination efforts. The flu vaccine is one of the best ways to help reduce the risk of serious illness, need for hospital care or complications. Veterans may be able to get a flu vaccine when they are at a VA facility for an…