A VA skeptic finds support through homeless program

Homeless off and on for 30 years, Army Veteran finally takes his son advice, goes to VA and receives benefits he earned…and a place to live. The post A VA skeptic finds support through homeless program appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VAntagePoint Contributor

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Dr. Preston Igwe discusses diversity in medicine, care of Veterans

After an encounter with a Black Veteran at VA, Dr. Preston Igwe sent a popular Tweet that showcased the needs for more diversity in the medical profession. The post Dr. Preston Igwe discusses diversity in medicine, care of Veterans appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VA Careers

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VA Veterans Day poster journeys to Hollywood and back

This Veterans Day poster ended up in multiple scenes of the show, “This Is Us” and was signed by the cast and presented to its creator. The post VA Veterans Day poster journeys to Hollywood and back appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VAntagePoint Contributor

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Live Whole Health Blog #117: Social connection

Social connection is essential to our Whole Health. When we live in harmony with others and through a shared community, our well-being is strengthened. The post Live Whole Health Blog #117: Social connection appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VAntagePoint Contributor

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Marine Veteran’s music helps recovery from PTSD

His two passions in life are the Marine Corps and music. “My music gives me hope and offers me a chance to reach out to my fellow Veterans.” The post Marine Veteran’s music helps recovery from PTSD appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VAntagePoint Contributor

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North Texas VA fair educates patients and employees on women’s health care

Women Veterans’ health fair and engagement session were held to get feedback and ideas and integrate them into programs and services. The post North Texas VA fair educates patients and employees on women’s health care appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VAntagePoint Contributor

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A sense of pride – Vietnam Veteran recognized for war service

Robert Luebbert never mentioned he was a Vietnam Veteran until his treatment at Harry Truman VA re-instilled a sense of pride in his service. The post A sense of pride – Vietnam Veteran recognized for war service appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VAntagePoint Contributor

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West Virginia VA a one stop solution for sleep-related disorders

Sleep studies are offered at home or in a sleep lab. Clarksburg VA’s in-lab sleep study is state of the art and supervised by sleep experts. The post West Virginia VA a one stop solution for sleep-related disorders appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VAntagePoint Contributor

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VA pharmacists prescribe wellness for Veterans

As valuable members of the VA team, pharmacists play a critical role in Veteran care, as well as serve as mentors and leaders in their fields. The post VA pharmacists prescribe wellness for Veterans appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VA Careers

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VA seeks nominations for Advisory Committee on Homeless Veterans

Want to contribute to the VA Advisory Committee on Homeless Veterans? Here is information for qualifications and how to submit nominations. The post VA seeks nominations for Advisory Committee on Homeless Veterans appeared first on VAntage Point. Author: VAntagePoint Contributor

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