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  • As one big family driven by hope we can reduce the risk of overdose

    As one big family driven by hope we can reduce the risk of overdose

    Whether you’re a Veteran or a family member or friend of a Veteran, VA has resources to help prevent and reduce the risk of overdose.

  • Saving lives by preventing overdoses

    Saving lives by preventing overdoses

    VA Nurses lead a life-saving overdose prevention initiative.

  • PTSD Bytes: Reducing suicide risk

    PTSD Bytes: Reducing suicide risk

    Dr. Colleen Becket-Davenport discusses PTSD and lethal means safety with Dr. Joseph Simonetti, an addiction medicine physician.

  • Five ways women Veterans benefit from Whole Health

    Five ways women Veterans benefit from Whole Health

    At VA, we put women Veterans at the center of your care with a personalized Whole Health approach for your unique needs and goals.

  • Six suicide prevention resources all Veterans need to know

    Six suicide prevention resources all Veterans need to know

    You don’t have to be enrolled in VA benefits or health care to use many VA suicide prevention resources and sources of support

  • Recovery from mental health challenges and substance use disorder

    Recovery from mental health challenges and substance use disorder

    VA is reminding Veterans about resources available year-round to help Veterans find recovery, hope and healing.

  • Together, we can reduce the risk of overdose

    Together, we can reduce the risk of overdose

    Today is International Overdose Awareness Day. Whether you’re a Veteran, family member or friend of a Veteran, VA can help

  • Take the time: Reduce your risk of suicide crisis  

    Take the time: Reduce your risk of suicide crisis  

    No one knows if or when a suicide crisis will strike. Don’t wait. Take the time now to be prepared in case one happens.

  • Being prepared for a suicide crisis

    Being prepared for a suicide crisis

    Be prepared for a suicide crisis before it starts by becoming familiar with VA’s programs, initiatives and network of support.

  • Veteran Outreach: Events of the week April 22, 2024

    Veteran Outreach: Events of the week April 22, 2024

    We’ve curated an assortment of events that aim to assist, educate, and enrich Veterans and their families. Each week, we’ll continue to post relevant and timely events for the Veteran community.

  • Telehealth helps Veterans’ treatment for opioid use disorder

    Telehealth helps Veterans’ treatment for opioid use disorder

    Despite concerns that the COVID-19 pandemic would derail treatment for opioid use disorder, remote care kept Veterans on track.

  • Hope and healing at Orlando VA

    Hope and healing at Orlando VA

    Orlando VA is a beacon of hope for Veterans battling addiction… it's also a symbol of support for those who served.

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Last updated August 27, 2025

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