When COVID-19 forced Veterans to limit outdoor interactions, the Omaha VA mental health team developed new ways to keep Veterans active.
VA North Texas treats some 20,000 patients each year for related issues in its Positive Airway Program (PAP) for sleep disorders.
VA’s latest data from 2019 shows a decrease in suicide among Veterans from the year prior. The decrease, reflecting the lowest number of Veteran suicides since 2007, provides hope and motivation for continued prevention efforts.
While the public is aware of some key risk factors for suicide among Veterans, they are often unaware of the devastating relationship between substance use and suicide.
Sun salutations are a beautiful way to “salute” the sun and show gratitude for the blessings it offers to our earth.
Farmers’ markets are a great way for Veterans to support small businesses and engage with your community. Some are at VA locations.
After serving in Vietnam, Leon came to VA and gets all his health care at VA, including treatment for conditions linked to Agent Orange.
Hurricane Ida response and recovery: Shreveport VA is supporting displaced Veterans with health care needs, cots, counseling and clothing.
Veterans at the Disabled American Veterans’ Women Veterans Seminar took White Ribbon pledge to end harassment and sexual assault.
Martinsburg VA’s Serenity House – one of five community living centers – hosted the first in a series of “virtual” vacations for residents.
Painting gave Air Force Veteran and breast cancer survivor Doreen Patrick an outlet to express her fears, feelings and anxiety.
Golden Age Veterans setting off on 1200-mile cycling race. Part of the virtual National Veterans Golden Age Games. Goal: “Fitness for Life”