Category: VA

In a remarkable display of community collaboration, more than 1,000 Veterans recently gathered at a special event in Houston to connect with essential resources, jobs and support. The event, called VetConnect, was a joint effort between the Michael E. DeBakey VA, Combined Arms and Texas Workforce Solutions. The day proved to be a resounding success in ensuring…

Kansas City VA recently honored a 103-year old World War II Veteran with Centenarian recognition. Catherine Anthony, a member of America’s “greatest generation,” served as a nurse in the Navy during WWII. She provided skilled health care and worked to improve the health and morale of those serving in the war. With her devotion and…

Amarillo VA recently passed the mark of 20,000 toxic exposure screenings, signifying a milestone in its mission to fulfill the goals of the PACT Act, a new law that expands VA health care benefits and eligibility for Veterans. The PACT Act was signed into law on August 10, 2022, and expands VA health care and…

VA’s Office of Advanced Manufacturing (OAM) plays a pivotal role in using cutting-edge technologies to enhance Veterans’ lives. Through advanced 3D printing and digital dentistry, OAM helped reshape the smile of Clay Hill through dentures. Hill, 76, is a Vietnam Army Veteran (pictured above) who endured facial trauma during his service. Clay Hill For the…

Providing essential, expert care to Veterans is not the only reward to be found when you choose to work as a gastroenterology physician at VA. No matter the role you choose—from direct patient care to research—we value you the way you value our Veterans. Among the employment benefits you can earn when you bring your…

Amid the din inside the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, one of the locations for the 2024 National Veterans Wheelchair Games, Eugene Palmer gripped a 4.5 millimeter air pistol and rested his elbows on an aluminum table. Closing his left eye, he drew a bead on a small black circle centered on a paper target…

Every form of pregnancy loss comes with its own circumstances and may affect each person differently. However, you’re not alone. Pregnancy loss is a common experience that many women share. VA is here to offer compassionate care and support for pregnancy loss. From connecting you to mental health resources for emotional support to offering personalized…

As a decorated Army Special Forces operator, Lawrence William Henry deployed 10 times to places in the Middle East over a long career. Bullets, bombs, burn pits and battlefield contaminants were a way of life for the now retired colonel. With decades dedicated to selfless service and a desire to push the limits of what…

Vet Centers offer a variety of counseling services to help Veterans, service members and their families make a successful transition from military to civilian life or heal after a traumatic event experienced in the military. To fill much-needed counselor positions in locations across the country, VA launched the Vet Center Scholarship Program. The program recently…

World Day Against Trafficking in Persons is recognized annually on July 30. This pressing issue can affect anyone, including Veterans, their families and caregivers. The theme for this year is “Leave No Child Behind in the Fight Against Human Trafficking.” VA is committed to addressing the disparities and inequities in providing trauma-informed care for survivors…

Like the Veterans we serve, rural communities are as diverse and exciting as you can imagine. You may find an opportunity to be closer to family and friends, or just enjoy a greater sense of privacy. Perhaps the lower cost of living or even the allure of open space appeals to you. Today, we explore…

Dr. Luis Rivas, a psychologist in the Spinal Cord Injury & Disorders Unit at the San Juan VA in Puerto Rico, is also a volunteer sports psychologist for the Puerto Rican National Basketball team. Right now, he’s at the National Wheelchair Games. Just two weeks ago, the Puerto Rican National Basketball team earned its way…