Category: VA

Give your knees need some help! Think about how often you squat to reach for something in a low cabinet, pick up a box or basket of laundry, sit on a chair, and yes…even sit on the toilet! As humans we use squats for many activities in our lives, making it a movement pattern that…

With winter underway, it’s time to gear up for the colder weather. Follow these tips to stay on top of your health during the winter season, including getting up to date on vaccinations and refilling your prescriptions. And remember—VA is here whenever you need support. Get your seasonal flu and COVID-19 vaccines New strains of…

Walter H. “Skip” Williams Jr., an 80-year-old Navy Veteran, is rolling with the changes to My HealtheVet login. Williams served honorably during two tours in Vietnam aboard the USS Snohomish County. As an electronics technician, he supported critical missions by safely transporting supplies and equipment. VA is committed to making it as easy as possible…

A new year is a good time to reflect and set goals. It’s a time to think about what’s important in our lives, to take stock, to think about our accomplishments from the previous year and prepare for challenges. For those Veterans who experience thoughts of suicide, taking steps to ensure access to support is…

One thousand days and counting. Approaching three years sober, Navy Veteran Leon Huynh has turned the corner toward a successful recovery. His transformation is just another example of the transformative outcomes for Veterans graduating from the San Diego VA ASPIRE Center. The center is a unique residential domiciliary for post-9/11 Veterans suffering from Post Traumatic…

As a military spouse, you have a distinct perspective on what it means to care for Veterans. You’re educated, qualified and ready to serve families who have lived through experiences similar to your own. That’s knowledge other candidates just can’t duplicate. Last year, VA became the first federal agency to sign the 4+1 Commitment, a voluntary…

This year, consider making a resolution to reflect on your relationship with alcohol and give “Dry January” a go. This campaign officially launched in 2010 to encourage people to recognize the health effects alcohol has on the body. Taking a break from alcohol can have a positive effect on whole health. Some benefits you might…

Caregivers work hard to make sure Veterans receive the care they need. VA virtual care tools can make that work easier. Whether you’re a Veteran’s family member or a professional caregiver, VA has virtual care tools to help you on your journey. Here are four VA resources that can help as you care for the…

On Veterans Day, the newly formed Lt. Col. Luke Weathers Jr. VA Nurse Honor Guard proudly marched down Second Street in nursing regalia to show their respect for our nation’s Veterans. This same group of nurses has also accepted the mission of honoring the distinguished careers of VA nurses as a tribute during their memorial…

VA provides quality, thoughtful, long-term care services to over 500,000 Veterans, from those with traumatic brain injuries to those who need assistance with daily tasks in their older age. VA’s long-term care options give Veterans tailored support and help them maintain their independence.  Veterans receive skilled nursing care As Veterans age or experience illnesses that…

Disclaimer: The sharing of any non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products and services on the part of VA. VFW’s Combat Tested Gaming tournaments is bringing together Veterans, active duty personnel and the gaming world. The tournaments foster camaraderie, emotional support and service, providing a space for mental well-being and the opportunity to…

Right now, women are the fastest-growing group of Veterans in the United States. Women Veterans are professionals, mothers and retirees spanning different ages, racial backgrounds, ethnicities, gender identities and sexual orientations. To help us meet their unique needs, gynecologists provide reproductive and sexual health services in a variety of environments. Many Veteran patients are treated…