As national recommendations propose HIV tests for all Americans age 15 to 65, VA is ahead of the curve. We have recommended routine HIV testing for all Veterans since 2009. Mark World AIDS Day by saying Yes to the Test! Read the full story
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VA presents an ongoing portrait project entitled Strong at the Broken Places which tells stories of courage and strength by Veterans who have moved forward in positive and constructive ways. Read the full story
Hundreds of Veterans enjoyed an early and free Thanksgiving Day dinner at the VA Ambulatory Care Center in Columbus, Ohio. Voluntary Services organized the meal in space donated by American Legion Post 144. Read the full story
With a mound of mashed potatoes in your immediate future, you may not want to think about diets and nutrition. At least promise you will read this article so important to the health of our Veterans after Thanksgiving’s over on Friday. Read the full story
Mike had tried to quit for years. He did a VA smoking cessation clinic three times with no success. Then he decided to quit for himself. And it worked! Join Mike during the Great American Smoke Out. Read the full story
CDC estimates that nearly 26 million people in the US have diabetes. Nearly one in four Veterans receiving care from VA has diabetes. Many Veterans are at risk for diabetes due to being overweight. Read the full story
VA Medical Centers across the country are marking Veterans Day with special ceremonies. Here’s just a few examples with a link that will help you find out what the VA Medical Center in your area is doing. Read the full story
This is National Family Caregivers Month when VA salutes the brave family members and friends who are taking care of our Veterans. We are here to provide you with the support and services you need. Read the full story
VA recently began automating electronic certifications for Post-9/11 GI Bill recipients enrolled at degree granting schools. We are currently automating over one-quarter of the electronic submissions but this number can be increased with the assistance of School Certifying Officials by minimizing the use of free-text remarks.