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Chronic pain interferes with women Veterans’ daily lives. Talk to your VA provider about an individualized pain management plan.
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If you or a Veteran you know is struggling to afford internet service, a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) program may put fast and reliable internet service within financial reach.
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Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Marine Corps and Army Veteran Dominic J. Hall, who served in Japan and in Afghanistan.
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VA is highlighting 250 Veterans leading up to July 4, 2026, which marks 250 years of independence. This week's salute is Army Veteran Leroy Petry, who received a Medal of Honor for protecting teammates from a grenade explosion. bit.ly/3EmVzdn #salute250
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Today is National Depression Screening Day. Take VA’s depression screening self-assessment to help you determine if what you’re experiencing — like sadness or hopelessness — could be a sign of depression.
Get started: mentalhealth.va.gov/depression/ind
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Making healthy choices about what you eat and drink is a powerful way to help care for yourself. Choosing foods that nourish rather than harm your body may help prevent chronic conditions and the need for certain medications in the future. #LiveWholeHealth
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The 2022 VHA Shark Tank competition finalists will present their pitches at the Innovation Experience in October.
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Free and low-cost resources are available to service members and Veterans that can make legal concerns less burdensome.
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John "Jack" Thurman served in the Marine Corps during World War II, fought on Iwo Jima, saw the famous flag raising on Mount Suribachi and is today's #VeteranOfTheDay.
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Veterans with bipolar disorder can experience a range of symptoms, including noticeable swings in energy, mood or hours of sleep needed. Learn about VA treatment options for bipolar disorder: mentalhealth.va.gov/bipolar/index.
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October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month (CSAM), and it’s time to remember that cybersecurity is everyone’s responsibility.
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Rena Dugat’s daughter died at 34 from ovarian cancer. She escaped the darkness and despair by volunteering and then competing in the Houston Golden Age Games.
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This summer, Ellsworth Cemetery in Westminster, Maryland, held a headstone dedication for nine U.S. soldiers. The community practice of identifying and restoring unmarked graves has increased, particularly at historic Black cemeteries.
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When Army Veteran Rodney Bennett’s medical provider recognized he was food insecure, VA’s homeless program stepped in to help.
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Edward Carter Jr. was one of the few African Americans to be awarded the Medal of Honor for actions during World War II.
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If you are a #Veteran experiencing thoughts of suicide or worried about one, #VeteransCrisisLine responders are ready to listen and help right now. 24/7. 365 days a year.
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#SuicidePreventionMonth
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Significant progress has been made toward identifying, preventing, and helping those who experience domestic violence, but there is still work to be done.
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Twenty-nine years ago today, a straightforward mission quickly spiraled into the Battle of Mogadishu—the most intense close combat since the Vietnam War. After the first Black Hawk went down, the mission suddenly changed for Norm Hooten and the Delta Force team he led.
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In 2022, VA set a goal to house 38,000 homeless Veterans. With only a few months to go, how are we doing?
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Under the PACT Act, Vietnam era, Gulf War era, and Post-9/11 Veterans have extended eligibility for VA health care.
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Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Spiros “Steve” Pisanos, a Greek national who flew for the British Royal Air Force as an American pilot during World War II.
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VA has simplified and streamlined the application process for medical debt relief, allowing Veterans better access. Apply for and receive medical debt relief now.
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Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers has expanded to now include caregivers of eligible Veterans of all service eras.
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A VA employee donated a kidney to his friend and VA coworker, providing the gift of life. Doctors said 100% match is almost impossible.
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No matter what stage of life you are in, VA’s Insurance Service has a program tailored to fit the unique needs of you and your family.
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Clinical Resource Hubs telecardiology team ensure Veterans needing cardiology services receive continued, uninterrupted, even same-day care.
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Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Marine Corps Veteran Stephen W. Pless, who served in the Vietnam War and is the only Marine aviator to be awarded a Medal of Honor during the war.
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More than 821,000 Veterans who want the convenience of an easy app on their smartphones are downloading VA’s Health and Benefits mobile app.
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A claims representative has been assigned to Little Rock VA hospital satellite office to assist Veterans, spouses and survivors with their VA benefits needs.
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Clinical simulation training has expanded rapidly and nearly any clinical scenario can be created and taught. Orlando VA trains of hundreds of professionals in their labs.
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With investments in a diverse workforce and leadership, our sense of inclusion equals innovation for the Veterans we serve.
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Join our recruiters for three events this October and learn what a career at VA has to offer.
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Alan Shepard served in the Navy aboard a destroyer and as a test pilot. He was a member of the NASA Mercury Seven and became the first American to travel into space.
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Virtual visits through the VA Video Connect app and VA apps can help Veterans manage their PTSD, depression and other mental health issues.
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For Veterans facing homelessness, accessing transitional housing with supportive services can be life-changing—and that is exactly what the Grant and Per Diem (GPD) Program has been providing since 1994. Learn how GPD has evolved to meet Veterans' needs: bit.ly/3UXrneH
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“Getting a job again saved my life.” Dillon Cannon lost his purpose in life. A VA vocational counselor helped him find it.
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Stand Downs are 1–3-day events during which VA staff and volunteers provide food, clothing, and health screenings to homeless and at-risk Veterans. Learn more about the services available or find a Stand Down in your area: bit.ly/3UTuDrG #EndVeteranHomelessness
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