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  • World War II prisoner of war diary uncovered

    World War II prisoner of war diary uncovered

    Daughter and son-in-law find a diary of her father's life as a prisoner of war written on toilet paper.

  • One Veteran’s unbreakable bond

    One Veteran’s unbreakable bond

    One unbreakable bond shows that "even little things can change people’s lives.”

  • You’re in the driver’s seat: Making VA health care work for you

    You’re in the driver’s seat: Making VA health care work for you

    VA is putting Veterans in the driver's seat for making medical appointments.

  • Preventing suicide among women Veterans

    Preventing suicide among women Veterans

    VA’s latest data shows a decrease in the suicide rate among women Veterans, but more effective interventions and support systems are needed.

  • How VA is taking action to prevent Veteran suicide – Part Two

    How VA is taking action to prevent Veteran suicide – Part Two

    Our most recent annual report of Veteran suicide data highlights seven strategies to support Veterans.

  • Air Force Veteran’s journey through prostate cancer

    Air Force Veteran’s journey through prostate cancer

    VA provides best in class care for Veterans facing prostate cancer. 

  • Anti-inflammatory diet: calming the fire 

    Anti-inflammatory diet: calming the fire 

    Think back to the last time you recovered from a cut, burn or infection. That’s inflammation working to protect your body.

  • Download the VA Health and Benefits App

    Download the VA Health and Benefits App

    With the VA Health and Benefits App, you can refill prescriptions, message your care team or check your VA benefits using your smartphone.

  • Stark Hill provides care to Veterans in person and online

    Stark Hill provides care to Veterans in person and online

    Stark Hill, a nurse, telehealth clinical technician and preceptor, supports Veterans at Chattanooga VA Clinic.

  • New tai chi classes for Veterans

    New tai chi classes for Veterans

    Pacific Island VA holds two tai chi classes in Kapolei. The classes started virtually and moved to face-to-face recently.

  • Patriots wheelchair team helps Veterans get in the game

    Patriots wheelchair team helps Veterans get in the game

    VA Boston’s recreation therapy department and the New England Patriots Wheelchair Football Team hosted a Veterans Wheelchair Football Clinic.

  • Taryn joins the staff at Birmingham VA

    Taryn joins the staff at Birmingham VA

    Facility dog Taryn assists patients during physical and occupational therapy treatments.

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Last updated May 18, 2025

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