Using street outreach to help Veterans experiencing homelessness
(Source – news.va.gov) A handshake. A bottle of water. A “hello” and a pamphlet. These may seem like simple steps
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My HealtheVet and telehealth reach Veterans where they are
(Source – news.va.gov) After 26 years in the Air Force, Sonya Wilson knew she wanted to get a job helping
Read More#ICYMI Video: New benefits eligibility for Veterans exposed to toxins
(Source – news.va.gov) VA recently joined the Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) on Instagram to discuss PACT Act benefits eligibility. Some
Read MoreHow VA is reaching unsheltered homeless Veterans
(Source – news.va.gov) While there was an overall increase of people experiencing unsheltered homelessness across the country from 2015-2022, VA
Read MoreVA hospitals are outperforming private hospitals, latest Medicare survey shows
(By Quil Lawrence for NPR) A nationwide Medicare survey released today found that veterans rated Veterans Affairs hospitals higher than
Read MoreAppealing your health care decisions
(Source – news.va.gov) As a Veteran, you deserve the best health care possible. But you may not always agree with
Read MoreVA S.A.V.E. helps prevent Veteran suicide
(Source – news.va.gov) Suicide prevention is VA’s top priority. The VA Caregiver Support Program (CSP) supports Veteran suicide prevention by
Read MoreUpdating the treatment of cervicogenic headaches
(Source – news.va.gov) Cervicogenic headaches are a type of headache that originates from the neck. Columbia VA hosted a conference
Read MoreFirst anniversary of Mammography and Medical Options Act (MAMMO Act)
(Source – news.va.gov) VA marks the first anniversary of the enactment of the Making Advances in Mammography and Medical Options
Read MoreCaregiver Support Program provides CPR training to Veterans’ caregivers
(Source – news.va.gov) Cardiac arrest occurs when the heart unexpectedly stops beating. According to the American Heart Association, more than
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