Two programs, one mission for Veterans’ caregivers
(Source – blogs.va.gov) Each day, caregivers look after and take care of our nation’s Veterans who need support. The Caregiver
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Veterans Benefits
Improving access to virtual care for homebound rural Veterans
(Source – blogs. va.gov) VA Geriatric Scholar Christy Rothermel from Coatesville VA is narrowing the rural digital divide by helping
Read MoreVA establishes presumptive service connection for rare respiratory cancers for certain Veterans
(Source – www.va.gov) WASHINGTON — As part of President Biden’s Unity Agenda commitment to support the nation’s Veterans, the Department
Read MoreFrom hypnosis to acupuncture, holistic approach works for Veterans
(Source – blogs.va.gov) A holistic approach to patient care has gained traction with Veterans as a complement to medication. With
Read MoreSick veterans demand medical coverage for illnesses caused by burn pits
(By Quil Lawrence for NPR) Army veteran Rafael Rivera didn’t always think much about his future or his health, especially
Read MoreCancer Prevention and Veterans: What Are Your Exposure Risks?
(Source – blogs.va.gov) We know lifestyle factors like smoking, diet, physical activity and viruses (HPV, for example) can cause cancer.
Read MoreDramatic increase in mental health services to other-than-honorable discharge Veterans
(Source – blogs.va.gov) In FY 2021, VA provided 270% more mental health visits to former service members with an other-than-honorable
Read MoreFlorida/Georgia VA offers new sleep apnea procedure
(Source – blogs.va.gov) Veteran patient Ralph Kolesar was diagnosed with both obstructive and central sleep apnea in 2014. Since this
Read MoreHomeless man has his own apartment after she asked, “Are you a Veteran?”
(Source – blogs.va.gov) When Rosemary Griffin, a peer support specialist at the Sierra Vista Outreach Clinic, approached Jim Patterson, a homeless Veteran,
Read MoreHelpful advice for handling holiday stress
(Source – blogs.va.gov) Holidays can be stressful for Veterans and caregivers. VA Pittsburgh staff offer tips on how to manage
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