She led a case review that highlighted missed opportunities to screen a Veteran for suicidal ideation—thoughts of taking one’s own life—and to provide appropriate follow-up care during an emergency department (ED) visit. The case review, part of a larger study on ED care, appeared in the Journal of Emergency Nursing in November 2021.
A 60,000 square feet VA clinic named after Doolittle Raid Veteran David J. Thatcher brings Missoula-area Veteran-centric services.
VA Secretary Denis McDonough spoke at the National Press Club on Nov. 7, 2022. The following are his remarks from the event.
BayLegal – A winner in the VA National Community Partnership Challenge, providing free legal aid to low-income people including Veterans.
During National Pet Month and beyond, VA is working with multiple pet organizations to ensure that Veterans experiencing homelessness or housing instability have the support that they need to keep their pets healthy, safe and well cared for.
Nurse executive Dr. Tracy Weistreich shares stories collected by the VA Office of Nursing Service about VA nurses who have demonstrated a commitment to Veterans’ well-being over the past year.
Next week is the official start of summer and, in parts of the country, hurricane season. Veterans and their families can find help and support through the resources listed in this blog. Print out a copy, put it on the fridge and make sure everyone in your family knows what to do.
VHA IE Trailblazers are leading the way in innovation at VA. Dr. Sandra Indal is bringing Veterans to their care.
Charles Murray used to lug his heavy 12-year-old laptop 3 miles on his bike for his VA telehealth appointments. He now connects with his care team via VA Video Connect from a VA-connected iPad at home.
VA Voluntary Service says thank you for more than $25 million in gifts and donations to VA designated for COVID-19 support. Communities and organizations nationwide help Veterans and their families.
A graphic novel-style guide uses storytelling and expressive art to describe housing and health care resources for Veterans facing homelessness.
“I call upon all citizens to observe November 11 as Veterans Day. Let us solemnly remember the sacrifices of those who fought so valiantly to preserve our heritage of freedom.” Dwight D. Eisenhower