Body mechanics refers to the way you move during daily activities. Proper body mechanics can help reduce injury and pain. Good posture strengthens your body.
Veteran and First Responder (VFR) supports those on the front lines. VFR health care has created a telehealth platform for Veterans and first responders, their families and health care workers.
VA is working to help Veterans with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) sleep better at night. A team at the VA Hospital in Hines, Illinois, has launched a pilot program to improve care for Veterans with OSA.
Surveys have shown that many Americans are skeptical about the COVID-19 vaccines and therapeutics that are being tested in clinical trials. Here is VA’s perspective on the integrity of the trials.
75 years ago, on Jan. 3,1946, President Harry Truman signed a law establishing VHA’s predecessor, the Department of Medicine and Surgery within VA, ushering in a new era of Veteran’s health care.
The COVID-19 vaccines are finally here, and so are the scammers. Here’s how to protect yourself and your family from con artists trying to steal your personal information or your money.
When we sit in one position for a while, whether at your computer or elsewhere, we may start to feel tight or achy. A gentle twist can be a nice change in your position and perspective.
Life Sustaining Treatment Orders let Veterans tell their families their wishes for care at the end of life. Have these conversations in non-crisis times when patients have decision-making capacity.
Serena Parmar has volunteered more than 400 hours over four years at Columbia VA. The Knights of Columbus recognized her as VA Youth Volunteer of the Year 2020.
VA nurse Deniece Anderson learned many Veteran patients had no families or no contact with them. She decided to help with a meal and a few gifts. “Veterans Without Families” is now an annual event.
Hampton VA Medical Center in Virginia is proud to announce the celebration of its 150th Anniversary (1870 – 2020). It was established Dec. 14, 1870. It was one of the original Old Soldiers' Homes.
VA teamed up with the Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) to encourage men (and their families) to better understand prostate cancer risk and taking proactive measures to protect their health.