Women Veterans

Dr. Margaret Craighill was the first woman doctor to receive a commission during World War II and the first VA female physician and consultant on the medical care of women.

During the Vietnam War, more than 265,000 American women served the military and 11,000 women served in Vietnam, with 90% working as volunteer nurses.

Women are the fastest growing group of Veterans, making up 30% of all new VA patients. Many have health concerns unique to their military service and experiences. Here are some very helpful podcasts.

Navy Veteran Jacqueline says her care team is “The best in this world.” Diagnosed with breast cancer, she got all her care at VA and never plans to go back to the private sector for care.

You Asked, We Answered: You've asked us questions regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and pregnancy or breastfeeding. Here's what you need to know.

Transitioning servicewomen and recently separated women Veterans have access to information about VA women’s health services a training course.

Today, March 8th, is the 110th anniversary of International Women's Day. It is the perfect time to pause, recognize, and honor the enormous contributions and accomplishments of women from all walks of life who have long served as champions of social change and equal rights for all Americans.

On International Women’s Day, today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran Susan Kellett-Forsyth, who was in the first class of women at the U.S. Military Academy.

During Women’s History Month, today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Navy Veteran Jessica Myers, who served as an operations specialist for more than 20 years.

A medical center director wanted to celebrate a key moment in a Veteran’s life. Enter baby Camila, the daughter of Army Veteran and Lubbock area resident Debbie Hernandez.

Women are the fastest growing demographic in the U.S. military and Veteran populations, and VA stands ready to provide resources.

VA’s Million Veteran Program is one of the world’s largest genetics research programs designed to better prevent and treat disease in Veterans. Army Veteran Sedra Graves shares her story for enrolling.