Angie was sexually assaulted while serving in the Army and for 10 years used alcohol and drugs to cope with the resulting PTSD. She sought help from VA and was in treatment within a week.
For our last episode of the first season of the "My Life, My Story" podcast, we decided to record the story of the oldest Veteran we've ever interviewed. "Charlie" was nearly 108 when his story was written in the spring of 2020. That means he was old even for World War II Veterans. By the time he fought in the Battle of the Bulge, he was already 32.
Face of InnoVAtion is a regular series from the VHA […]
VA’s Gerofit program was awarded $4.2 million for research performed at the Durham VA Health Care System. The program that began over 35 years ago is now in over 17 VA hospitals across the nation.
Women Veterans more than twice as likely to die by suicide compared to non-Veteran women. It’s more important than ever that providers talk with women Veterans and understand their unique suicide risks.
Eli Kaufman needed a custom-modified cargo van equipped with a […]
The theme of this year’s National VA Research Week, May 17–21, is “One Team, One Mission,” reflecting the nationwide focus of VA researchers on improving Veterans’ health care and quality of life.
Most research on statins—drugs used by millions to lower cholesterol—has focused on middle-aged people, not the elderly. Now, a major statin study focused on older people is underway. And 50 VA medical centers are taking part.
Living with low back pain can affect every aspect of your daily life, and it is a common complaint among Veterans and the general population. Research shows that movement is essential for reducing most low back pain. Follow along with this acupressure video to help manage your pain.
Veterans 55 years of age or older will participate in a series of sport challenges and competitions allowing them to continue in the spirit of the games and show their athleticism “At Home.”
A vacant department store in San Antonio was transformed into an important location for Texans receiving the COVID-19 vaccine. The provisions of the SAVE LIVES Act lets more people receive the shot.
Nurse practitioner Emily Comstock and registered nurse Yolanda Flores have been recognized as “Star Nurses” by The Washington Post and American Nursing Association.