Category: VA

In the early 1940s, a young man from the Philippines made a decision that would define the next eight decades of his life. Inspired by a country that had promised its Filipino allies the same rights and recognition as American soldiers, Cabacar walked 32 miles to reach a U.S. Navy recruitment station. He was determined…

World No Tobacco Day is a great time to reclaim control of your health Quitting tobacco starts with a single decision: choosing your Day 1 for taking action. Make it World No Tobacco Day on May 31. VA is ready to help, whether your first step is building a plan for quitting tobacco, exploring treatment…

VA Ozarks achieves promising results with new treatment approach Thanks to an innovative approach to treatment being performed at Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks (VHCSO), Veterans exposed to harmful toxins during their service are receiving relief from various debilitating symptoms. Dr. Naomi Moran, an occupational therapist, certified lymphedema therapist and Army Veteran, is…

Disabled Veteran finds freedom through adaptive sports For Air Force Veteran Salvador Vasquez, the National Veterans Winter Sports Clinic is about more than just skiing; it’s about reclaiming strength and confidence after devastating injuries.  Now in his fourth year attending the clinic, the Gulf War Veteran continues to push his limits in new ways. This year, that challenge meant skiing…

At the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), a career of caring doesn’t stop at healing the body.   Veterans who have given so much in service to our country often face unique and difficult challenges adapting to civilian life, challenges that can go well beyond the physical. Just as our physicians and specialists heal the body, we also recognize the…

Mayumi Kimura didn’t have a plan. She just kept saying yes. There’s a green fish shirt somewhere out there. It’s ugly, scratchy, the kind of thing you wore because the job required it and not because you had a choice. For Kimura, that shirt changed everything. She was 18, working a hostess stand at a…

From the barracks to the exam room: How a physician assistant is giving back to Veterans When Stewart Miller walks into the Humble VA Clinic each morning, he carries with him something most health care providers simply can’t offer their patients: 27 years of shared military experiences. Miller is a physician assistant (PA) at Michael…

An opportunity for exercise, fun and service The VA2K is more than just a walk—it’s a movement that brings people together for a powerful cause. Every May, VA healthcare facilities nationwide host this 1.24‑mile walk to inspire physical activity and support Veterans experiencing homelessness. It’s short enough to fit into a lunch break and meaningful…

Editor’s note: Sharing of non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products or services by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Veterans should always verify information with the organization offering the program For Veteran entrepreneurs ready to compete for serious capital, Warrior Rising’s Warrior University program is the next step. The summer session runs June…

Refinancing a VA loan may offer Veterans a powerful option to lock in a lower interest rate, refinance a non-VA loan into a VA-backed loan, and/or get cash back from the equity they have in their home. Veterans can save hundreds of thousands of dollars over the life of their loan with an interest rate reduction or get up to 100% of their home equity in cash to be used…

Every interaction matters at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Behind every answered question, resolved claim and guided conversation is a dedicated professional like you helping Veterans and their families access the benefits and care they’ve earned.  VA is urgently seeking 113 contact representatives within the Office of Integrated Veteran Care (IVC) to serve as primary access points for critical services, including referrals, authorizations, eligibility,…

Spring is here, and that means lots of fresh fruits and vegetables are growing in our local communities. Picking produce from your garden or visiting a Farmers’ Market is a great way to support your Whole Health by adding colorful, nutrient-rich foods to your meals. There are many good reasons to shop at Farmers’ Markets.…