A four-part series on Department of Veteran Affairs Emergency Preparedness Simulation efforts through SimLEARN.
Whether the prediction is for a mild or active hurricane season, testing preparation plans and Being Prepared, Being Ready, is prudent.
Earthquakes and aftershocks can happen anywhere without warning and at any time of the year. All 50 states, five U.S. territories and the District of Columbia are at some risk. The info below can help you build out your earthquake preparedness kit and plans before the next one strikes.
VA’s Traveling Veteran Coordinator ensures seamless health care when you travel or relocate.
The American Red Cross has seen a shortfall of about 25,000 blood donations in the first two months of the summer, which makes it hard to keep hospital shelves stocked with lifesaving blood products. By making an appointment to give blood or platelets in August, donors can keep the national blood supply from falling to shortage levels.
VA simulation training helps prepare staff for any and all possibilities, and, as MVAHCS recently underwent a comprehensive GSW simulation training, staff were prepared.
VA’s Sunshine Healthcare Network took quick action in response to Hurricanes Fiona and Ian including contacting more than 10,000 vulnerable Veterans.
Continuum of care during any disaster or incident is a priority for VA North Texas Health Care Systems’ Office of Emergency Management.
Shar-Ron Bui spent 25 years in prison, was homeless and lost his daughter. He now dedicates his life to helping other Veterans.
Every year, the United States observes National Preparedness Month in September to remind Americans to be ready for any disaster that could affect them and their homes, communities and businesses. This month, we must each do our part — we must all prepare to protect
Here are the steps Veterans need to take to ensure seamless health care while traveling or relocating…using the Traveling Veteran Coordinator.
Disasters can leave children and teens frightened, confused and insecure. They cannot adjust on their own when the people, places and routines they depend on for safety and wellbeing are affected by upheaval. Here's how to help them when disaster strikes.