Category: VA

Extreme heat season is in full swing. Temperatures high enough to be dangerous to health are occurring across the country. Extreme heat, defined as temperatures above 90 degrees Fahrenheit for at least two days, can lead to serious medical issues, medical emergencies and even death. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to prevent health…

During a visit to her private doctor in 2010, Jo-Ann Belanger was stunned to find out how much a new prescription would cost each month, even with private health insurance. Then her doctor pointed out that both she and her husband were Air Force Veterans. “You should be able to get some help from VA,”…

Are you holding a grudge? Maybe something is happening in your life that causes you to hold a resentment toward a person or a situation. In the 12-step traditions they say, “resentments keep you sick.” You may not feel sick, but your body holds onto tension and that tension eventually results in physical ailments. Don’t…

The sharing of any non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products and services on the part of VA. Veterans should verify the information with the organization offering. Type “franchise” into an internet search and you will get a ton of information, often in the wrong order and from sources you don’t know if…

As a soldier with the 101st Airborne Division in Vietnam, Jose Enriquez survived unscathed until 1970, when he was shot in the shoulder by the enemy while carrying two wounded soldiers to safety. For his actions, Enriquez received the Bronze Star and Purple Heart, which he proudly displayed in his home throughout his life. “The…

The sharing of any non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products and services on the part of VA. Veterans should verify the information with the organization offering. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed trying to find the right support services as a Veteran, you’re not alone. From housing needs to employment and mental health…

Did you know approximately 806,000 Veterans received dental care at a VA facility last fiscal year? From routine care to advanced procedures, VA dentists provide essential dental services that support not only the oral health, but also the overall well-being of those who so bravely served.  Keep reading to learn more about the impact you’ll…

Editor’s note: This post contains links to jobs that are active at the time of publishing. Most job listings close 7-30 days after publishing. The sharing of any non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products and services on the part of VA. Veterans should verify the information with the organization offering. Each week,…

The sharing of any non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products and services on the part of VA. Veterans should verify the information with the organization offering. Leaving military service isn’t just a career change—it’s a life transformation. Many Veterans face this shift without a clear path forward, struggling to answer a critical…

It was an afternoon of camaraderie and hope at Houston VA when a group of Veterans gathered for a special cancer survivor celebration. Army Veteran Jacob Glassmeyer, a two-time cancer survivor, shared his story with the group.  When Glassmeyer was first diagnosed at the age of 25, he felt scared. His mother had passed away from cancer…

Nationwide, 81% of women in the U.S. report experiencing some form of harassment or assault in their lifetime (compared to 43% of men). A recent women Veterans study found that some women have reported being harassed while on VA grounds, a place where all Veterans deserve respectful and safe care. These experiences send a negative…

Brian Francis Piercy was born in March 1983 to Thomas F. Piercy III and Carol Berberich Piercy in Visalia, California, and grew up in Clovis, California. When he was nine years old, he learned to play the piano, beginning a love of music that persisted throughout his life. Piercy graduated from Buchanan High in 2001…