VA Medical Centers

VA's VISN 5 MIRECC uses clinical programs and workshops to reduce mental health stigma among Veterans through training for health care providers.

Larry Barnett was an MLB umpire for nearly 38 years, but he’s visited VA hospitals since 1977 as part of the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) VA Voluntary Service Program. During this 42-year period, Barnett has made over 3,200 visits to 172 VA hospitals.

A Marine Veteran at the Phoenix VA realized his dream of speaking to former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Tony Blair.

Mental health is good medicine, and the Houston VA Medical Center is making it easier than ever to receive psychological services. 

sHaPe camp is a one-week day camp introduction to the health professions for boys and girls currently in 7th and 8th grades. Students participate in activities that provide hands-on exposure to a variety of health professions including physical therapy, medical lab science, sports medicine, and more. GVSU brought the students to the Battle Creek VA Medical Center campus for a day of learning and inspiration.

The Stress and Anxiety Management class at the Dallas VA helps Veterans handle their stress with techniques learned through adult coloring.

VA’s Life Skills Center--a place where Veterans can attend weekly semester-styled mental health classes--helps Stanley Vigil manage his PTSD.

The story of John Efstis' Purple Heart emerged in March 2019 when the medal was found outside Overton Brooks VA Medical Center, and handed over to a volunteer at the information desk. Here is the story of how it was returned to Efstis' family.

Army Veteran Darryl Gadsden battled chronic pain, but now practices yoga as part of his alternative therapy treatments for pain management.

VA North Texas cut the ribbon opening its newest facility, the Denton Mental Health Annex, Aug. 2, which will provide increased Veteran care.

The Uniting for Suicide Postvention (USPV) podcast series was developed to improve awareness and understanding of suicide postvention.

One of the simplest things you can do to improve your health is to drink water and stay hydrated. For more information, contact your local VA dietitian.