Category: VA

Since deploying the Federal Electronic Health Record (EHR) in March 2024, Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center (Lovell FHCC) in North Chicago, Illinois, has increased the number of lung cancer screenings it provides to Veterans by 75 percent, thanks to the Comprehensive Adult Wellness Registry tool included in the new system. Lung cancer…

After graduating from high school in 1968, Jacky Lyn Branstetter joined the Navy during the height of the Vietnam War. Branstetter had no family when he passed away earlier this year in the Community Living Center of the Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas. No Veteran forgotten “Fortunately, we have a system…

VA’s Nursing Home to Home (NHTH) program has reunited a Korean War Veteran and his daughter. At 92, Henry Ira White has lived a life of service, love and dedication. Drafted in 1952, he served in the 196th Field Artillery Division. He earned several honors, including the Korean Service Medal with two Bronze Service Stars,…

Many of us lead busy lives. Between grocery shopping, appointments, childcare, cooking and cleaning, time seems to slip away from us in the hustle and bustle of daily life. We’re always moving, thinking and planning. Throughout our waking hours, we’re spending our energy dealing with situations and people—often just trying to get through the day…

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U.S. Army Veteran Larry McGaughy returned from the 2025 National Veterans Golden Age Games in Memphis with an inspiring story and a collection of hard-earned medals. Competing in his first-ever Golden Age Games, McGaughy—who is part of the low-vision impairment community—stood out among more than 1,000 Veteran athletes from across the country. The 73-year-old brought…

From the sounds of combat to the roar of motorcycles, the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association (CVMA), Virginia Chapter 27-2, continues to make their presence known with pride and purpose. Guided by their motto, “Serving Those Who Served,” this dedicated local chapter is a beacon of support for Veterans in need. Recently, the CVMA 27-2 demonstrated…

Christian Lopez, a 30-year-old Veteran, has proven that courage and determination can transform lives. As a member of the Puerto Rico PVA team at VA Caribbean Healthcare System – San Juan, he’ll be competing in his first National Veterans Wheelchair Games (NVWG) this year. Co-presented by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and Paralyzed Veterans of America,…

VA Providence is honored to recognize three remarkable Rhode Island Veterans who exemplify the strength, sacrifice and spirit of the Greatest Generation. Henry Polichetti—oldest man in the U.S. Born July 3, 1915, and now the oldest living man in the United States, Navy Veteran Henry Polichetti served as an instructor at several top-secret naval radio schools during…

Each Fourth of July, we celebrate America’s birthday, remembering when the United States claimed its independence from England in 1776. Beyond the fireworks and backyard barbeques, it’s also a day to reflect on our Veterans and how their heroic efforts have contributed to keeping America a free country. For some, protecting that freedom has come…

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. Before separating from the Marine Corps, Chris Earl started building the foundation for what became the country’s largest military gaming community: Regiment Gaming. The former logistics…