Health

It’s often said that everyone comes back from war changed, [...]

Earlier today, the American Legion released its 2012 System Worth [...]

VA Chief Consultant for Women Veterans Health

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Read about how VA delivers women Veterans top-quality care for breast cancer prevention and treatment.

Dietician intern, Memphis VA Medical Center

It's football season, and that means tailgating, whether you are at the game or in your own backyard. Too often this means high calorie, high fat foods and way too much of them.

U.S. Air Force Veteran; Communications Specialist, Veterans Benefits Administration

More than 8 million women in the United States have heart disease. So many in fact, that heart disease is the number one killer of women, killing nearly 500,000 every year.

The guys in my infantry squad were always lighting up [...]

Dietetic intern, Memphis VA Medical Center

What do you typically pack for your kid’s lunch? There are many different ways to add fun foods to your brown paper bag with a variety of nutrients to enjoy during the day.

Dietetic intern, Edward Hines, Jr. VA Medical Center

You protected our country during your military service, now you can protect your family from the risks of childhood obesity by being a healthy role model.

U.S. Marine Corps Veteran; Director; Office of National Veterans Sports Programs and Special Events

Like so many Americans, my eyes have been glued to the television this week as Team USA has made a run for Gold-medal dominance in the 2012 London Olympics.

Director of the Office of Rural Health, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

41 percent of Veterans enrolled in VA health care live in rural areas. We are happy to announce VA’s plans to open eight new rural community-based outpatient clinics throughout the country.

Dietitian, VAMC Fayetteville

Summertime…my favorite season! I’m sure many Veterans enjoy the summertime fun with family cook-outs, and the VA nutrition team is here to help you do it safely!

I had never heard of the National Veterans Wheelchair Games [...]