Category: VA

On Aug. 7, 2025, VA commemorated the groundbreaking of the new Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans’ Hospital community-based outpatient clinic. This state-of-the-art facility, strategically located at 13063 Old Wire Road in Rolla, Missouri, is poised to significantly enhance health care services for the local Veteran population. Designed with a multidisciplinary approach, the clinic will offer…

Veterans from across the nation ride into the stunning Black Hills for the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, a celebration of freedom and camaraderie. This year, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) was there to meet them. VA hosted a 1-on-1 Veterans Assistance Expo July 31 through Aug. 8 at the iconic event, offering personalized support…

Houston VA’s MOVE! program helped a Veteran cancer survivor and his spouse lose over 100 combined pounds. In October 2022, Army Veteran Tom Howell was diagnosed with brain cancer by doctors at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center and underwent chemotherapy through the Houston VA Cancer Center. From March to June 2023, he received…

As a recently transitioned Veteran, I’m learning firsthand how complex and personal the journey from military to civilian life can be. I recently attended the Direct Employers Association Conference (DEAMcon 2025) and I had the opportunity to hear directly from employers, advocates and fellow Veterans who are shaping how organizations support that journey. Here are…

A cold or the flu can leave you feeling miserable for days, but a few simple habits can help keep you healthy and strong. Wash your hands often with soap and water and try not to touch your face—especially your eyes, nose and mouth. Stay away from people who are sick when you can, and…

You did it. You served your country and now you’re a proud Veteran. But you’re also now on the job hunt for a civilian career, which can feel complicated when the work you were doing sounds so different than the work you’re applying to do.   Luckily, your military service can translate into numerous skills that…

The Watch is a small team of emergency managers at the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) who stand guard around the clock to ensure continuous care for Veterans during emergencies. This team maintains constant vigilance across VA’s extensive health care system, acting as the link between on-the-ground events and VA leadership. Constant awareness and quick response…

My neck is tight. My arms feel weak. My back is aching. My legs are tired. When was the last time you gave your body some attention and love? When we ignore our bodies, they start to call out to us, asking for relief. The good news is that it only takes half an hour…

Incarcerated and justice-involved Veterans are among the most vulnerable groups at risk for suicide, particularly those experiencing or at risk of homelessness. VA’s Veterans Justice Outreach (VJO) program works nationally to bring hope, support and essential resources to these Veterans—often during their most difficult moments. Each year, hundreds of VA outreach specialists visit over 2,000…

Sometimes, expert help can make the difference between life and death. For Veteran Dale Becker, a sudden, life-threatening medical emergency brought him face-to-face with that reality when he turned to VA Health Connect for help. Becker’s story begins in December 2024, when he had a fall in his kitchen caused by diabetes-related complications. Because he…

What part of your life causes you the most stress? For many people, the answer is “money.” And while financial stress is common, Veterans often face unique challenges to their financial well-being after leaving the military.  In the military, service members have their basic needs met—food, clothing, housing, medical care, social activities and transportation. But…

In July, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System dedicated a touchable brass U.S. flag on its H.J. Heinz III campus. The flag was donated by District 11 of the Pennsylvania Moose Association (PMA). The flag is mounted outside the Intermediate Low Vision Clinic in Building 71 on the Heinz campus. In the upper left corner are the…