VA is dedicated to empowering anyone in acute crisis to reach out for help. Encourage Veterans you know to screen themselves for PTSD.
In a two-part series, Dr. Colleen Becket-Davenport discusses some common myths surrounding PTSD with Dr. Kelly Maieritsch.
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
A flood can occur within minutes or hours of a heavy rainfall, and waters can rise as high as 30 feet or more. Are you prepared?
Blood drive part of VA-wide action supporting VA’s “Fourth Mission,” assisting the U.S. health care system in times of disaster.
VA held 437 blood drives in 2022. 13,000 people donated blood through VA’s “Roll Up Your Sleeve” blood drives.
Caregivers at Veterans Affairs created a first-of-its-kind monkeypox manikin to train staff on recognizing and treating the disease.
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Continuum of care during any disaster or incident is a priority for VA North Texas Health Care Systems’ Office of Emergency Management.
Relationships support our quality of life and contribute to our whole health. Relationships can affect our emotional, mental, and physical health and well-being. Connections to family, friends, community, and even animals can help reduce stress and improve physical and emotional well-being.
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.
Over 65% of Veterans in flooded counties are disabled. VA’s Vet Center teams responded with Mobile Vet Centers to assist with supplies and counseling.