VA’s Office of Research and Development recently published three News Briefs highlighting new findings on COVID-19 and Gulf War illness, substance use disorder treatment and the experiences of Gulf War Veterans. Researchers address Veteran concerns for GWI …
TeleTBI aids in Veteran’s recovery After high school, Pamela Nee joined the Air National Guard. She served for 25 years with the 193rd Special Operations Wing, deploying for Operation Desert Storm and then working as a federal technician. During her …
Strength, perseverance and the power of SCI rehabilitation Army Veteran Mark Maloney suffered a spinal cord injury after falling off his bike six years ago. The resulting fall broke his neck, paralyzing him. Maloney, now 90, had run marathons, competed in …
At 92, Air Force Veteran Curtis Parker still walks into every competition venue with the same goal he has embraced for decades: enjoy the moment, give it his best and leave with a smile. That approach paid off at the 2026 National Veterans Golden Age …
Houston VA and partners unite for a Star Wars–themed career event The Force was strong in Pasadena, Texas, on May 4. More than 1,000 Veterans gathered at the Pasadena Convention Center for a Star Wars-themed benefits and career fair that was equal parts …
Honoring a century of service, resilience and trailblazing impact As part of Women Veterans Recognition Day at West Palm Beach VA Healthcare System, we honor Jeanette Eno, a remarkable Marine Veteran whose life of service, strength and resilience continue …
When Sedric Anderson returned home from Iraq in 2009, no one could have predicted the battle that awaited him stateside. What began as unexplained skin irritations—initially diagnosed as eczema—eventually proved to be a rare immune deficiency disorder …
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Veteran continues quest for independence by renewing her love for bowling Francine Goode, a retired Air Force Veteran and amputee, has never stopped bowling. A new VA-engineered tool is making sure she never has to. When a VA recreational therapist at the …
Finding inspiration to be your best Inspired by the events of September 11, Calixtro “Cal” Garcia enlisted in the Army, where he served as a Multiple Launch Rocket System Operations Specialist for three years. Six years after his discharge, he began …
With a name that sounds like “botch-uh,” boccia can be hard for many to pronounce but easy to love. At the 2026 National Veterans Golden Age Games in Tampa, the pace on the courts may look slower than track or basketball, yet the intensity is just as real …
Before it builds up: recognizing the life stressors behind Veteran suicide risk Suicide risk is often associated with clinical conditions like depression, post-traumatic stress (PTSD) or substance use disorder, but other pressures can matter just as much …
Each year, VA and the Veterans Day National Committee (VDNC) work together to select a poster to help tell the story of service, sacrifice and gratitude on Veterans Day. The poster serves as the visual centerpiece for the Nation’s Veterans Day observance …
At 75, James Chambers isn’t slowing down—he’s stepping right up to the table, paddle in hand, ready for the next rally. This summer, the Navy Veteran returned to national competition at the 2026 National Veterans Golden Age Games, competing in table tennis …
Veterans from 48 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands and American Samoa descended on Tampa, Florida, this week, eager to reconnect with old friends, size up competitors and begin another unforgettable National Veterans …
This month’s VetResources Community Network (VRCN) Monthly Connect centered on a critical but often overlooked idea: if we want Veterans to thrive, we must also support their families. The conversation put children and youth at the forefront, highlighting …
Artificial intelligence (AI) supports Veterans’ whole health Primary care providers across the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) healthcare system are introducing virtual reality to Veterans as a new way to manage stress, reduce anxiety and support …
VA is committed to educating elderly Veterans and their loved ones about how to protect themselves against elder fraud. Fraudsters use various tactics, including aggressive calls, texts, emails, websites, social media messages and deceptive letters to …
Your heart races, your jaw is clenched, your muscles tighten. Maybe you’re stuck in traffic, your kid just dropped a jar of spaghetti sauce on the supermarket floor or your neighbor is running the mower in the middle of your summer barbeque. Regardless of …
After military service, a sense of purpose can help Veterans in their next chapter Suicide prevention can start with something as simple as helping a Veteran feel supported, connected and needed after the uniform comes off. For many Veterans, transition …
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