With rural Veterans using both VA and private health care providers, VA is testing how to securely share Veterans health records for better continuity of care. Read the full story
Rural Health: Exchanging Information
Category Archives: VA News
VA Asking Vets to Help Design Medication Labels
Veterans at ten VA facilities are participating in a research study that will allow them to be directly involved in developing a single standardized prescription label for use VA-wide. Read the full story
VA Recognized for Efforts to Improve Care for Dying
VA is honored for their We Honor Veterans Campaign, a collaboration with the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization to improve the quality of care provided to Veterans who are dying. Read the full story
The Civil War’s Impact on Veterans Health
As the Nation remembers the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War, we take an in-depth look at the care that was afforded the Veterans who sacrificed life and limb on the battlefield. Read the full story
I do it for the Veterans
Over 88,000 volunteers donated over 12 million hours of service to support the needs of hospitalized Veterans and their families in 2010. VA says “Thank You” during National Volunteer Week April 10-16. Read the full story
A Ring for a Piece of Bread
85-year-old South Carolina Veteran among hundreds honored on “Former POW Recognition Day.” President Obama proclamation reminds us that, “We may never know the full extent of their burdens…but neither shall we forget their selfless sacrifice and unshakeable resolve.” Read the full story
Lost, and Found
In Oregon, VA is working with other federal agencies, non-profit groups, local businesses and private citizens to help give homeless Veterans like Kay Waldrop, who had hit bottom, a second chance, and a place to call home. Read the full story
Learning to Live with Loss
Coping with loss is a very personal, sacred experience, but it’s not something that has to be experienced alone. That’s where the Vet Center’s bereavement counselors can help. Read the full story
Miracles on a Mountainside
350 Vets take part in the National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic which promotes rehabilitation for Veterans fighting to win back their independence. Annual event introduces Vets to adaptive recreational activities and sports. Read the full story
Rural Health: A Health Frontier
For rural Veterans, bad weather and long distances can make a trip to their local VA medical center impossible. How technology and commitment help a VA rural health program be ready and adaptable for any situation. Read the full story
