Category: VA

Flag torn or tattered? America has Flag Code for disposal. “It’s important to treat these emblems with respect and retire them with dignity.” The post Bedford VA employees build flag retirement drop box appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VAntagePoint Contributor

Mediterranean diet is known for its anti-inflammatory health benefits that may improve blood pressure levels, lower cholesterol and more. The post Make your diet Mediterranean appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VAntagePoint Contributor

As Americans reconsider where they want to live, certain states have seen growth, but no matter where you go, there’s a VA for you. The post Five states that are seeing growth (and the VAs you can find there) appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VA Careers

VA offers education and employment programs for Veterans interested in jump starting their college and career goals. The post Resources help Veterans with education, employment opportunities appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VAntagePoint Contributor

Laboratory professionals’ invaluable contributions directly impact clinical and public health. While often unseen, they play critical role. The post Gulf Coast VA proud of medical laboratory professionals appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VAntagePoint Contributor

VA helped Veteran Kevin Rumley with his second chance. “Every person at VA cared for me deeply as a Veteran and as a person.” The post VA helped Veteran Kevin Rumley. Now he helps others. appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VAntagePoint Contributor

New hepatitis B vaccination recommended for adults aged 19-59. New, expanded recommendation will protect adults from the hepatitis B virus. The post Hepatitis B: The other vaccine you should know appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VAntagePoint Contributor

Approximately 3,200 Veterans are diagnosed with bladder cancer every year. VA’s National Oncology Program is here for them. The post Bladder Cancer and Veterans: What You Need to Know appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: Matthew Razak

Visiting our “Talk About It Tuesday” broadcast, San Juanita George shared with viewers the potential perks of working with the Travel Nurse Corps. The post HR expert offers insight into VA’s Travel Nurse Corps program appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VA Careers

Many Americans are at risk for heart disease and stroke. Many of the major risk factors for these problems can be prevented and controlled. The post Preventing stroke: Many are at risk and don’t know it appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VAntagePoint Contributor

VA’s Caregiver Support program offers clinical services to caregivers of eligible and covered Veterans enrolled in the VA health care system. The post Two programs, one mission for Veterans’ caregivers appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VAntagePoint Contributor

Each month, SimLEARN will highlight one VA Interprofessional Advanced Fellowship in Clinical Simulation (IAFCS) fellow (SimLEARN Fellow). The post SimLEARN Fellow uses EMT experience to enhance Veteran care appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VAntagePoint Contributor