In the spring 2004, the Iraq city of Fallujah was under siege, and the border town of Husaybah became one of the most lethal postings in Iraq. It was here, on a dusty street on April 14, that 22-year-old Cpl. Jason Lee Dunham made a decision that would …
VA’s Office of Research and Development recently published three News Briefs highlighting research findings on a program that can lower suicide risk for Veterans transitioning out of the military, a potential new HIV treatment and how diabetes medications …
Simple steps Veterans and supporters can take to securely store firearms and medications at home to reduce suicide risk Creating a safe home environment is one of the most effective ways to protect the people we care about, including for our children and …
As Memorial Day approaches, organizations across the country are coming together with a shared goal: honoring Veterans and supporting the families they leave behind. That was the focus of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) May VetResources Community …
Pulmonologists play a critical role in helping patients breathe easier, and at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), that impact is felt every day. With a growing need for respiratory care, VA offers pulmonologists the opportunity to work at the …
Residents and providers learn to use the latest technology Army Vietnam Veteran Anthony DiPrima lost all his teeth at 19 and avoided many foods and smiling for decades. After qualifying for VA dental care, DiPrima said a new dental implant transformed his …
VA is committed to providing key benefits and resources to help Veterans manage financial stress and safeguard their earned benefits against fraud. Veterans have made extraordinary sacrifices in service to our nation and deserve clear, accessible support …
Lessons learned from my lived experience with serious mental illness Mental health is health. Be aware of and learn about it. Take a psychological first aid course. Talk about it with family, friends and colleagues. Normalize the conversation and live it! …
Each Memorial Day, Americans pause to honor those who gave their lives in service to the nation. Among them is Army Staff Sgt. Keith M. Maupin—a soldier whose story is not only one of sacrifice, but also of enduring hope, love and remembrance. In April …
The weather is getting warmer, the flowers are in bloom and “for sale” signs are blossoming on hundreds of thousands of homes across the United States. Spring is the traditional start of the homeownership journey for many Americans, but especially for …
Neil Ellis Bateman, a Cheektowaga native, was the second son born to Wallace and Ruth Bateman on April 9, 1947. Neil followed dad Wally’s footsteps, enlisting in the Army after graduating from Maryvale High School in 1966. Neil’s older brother Newton (“ …
Graduating is a major milestone and, for many, the beginning of an exciting new chapter. As you step into the job market, it’s natural to feel both energized and uncertain about where to start. The good news? Your education and training have prepared you …
The first Women Veterans Enrollment Summit will be held in the Southwest Region at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas, on July 24–25, 2026. Are you a woman Veteran who hasn’t yet connected with VA? Or do you know a sister Veteran …
For Veterans experiencing homelessness, recovery goes beyond just securing housing—it also involves restoring meaning and a sense of purpose When a Veteran loses their home, the world around them often narrows down to a search for the basics, such as a …
Loving kindness meditation is a specific practice that invites us to cultivate warmth and love for others and ourselves. When I first heard the phrase “loving-kindness,” it felt distant and unfamiliar, and I wanted to keep it that way. It implied that I …
We’ve all fallen down the rabbit hole of endless scrolling, from adorable baby videos to mind-blowing dance moves, and lawns that are practically a work of art. But while you’re enjoying the latest viral sensation, have you paused to think about planning …
On Sunday, May 24, the National Memorial Day Concert airs live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol, hosted by Tony Award-winner Joe Mantegna and Emmy Award-winner Gary Sinise—both longtime champions of Veterans and service members. The beloved annual …
How the VA MOVE program helped Sherry Thornton lose 110 pounds For many years, Sherry Thornton tried to lose weight to improve her health. Looking back, she realizes those previous attempts were more about trying to “get the weight off quick” rather than …
You can take steps every day to manage challenges before they build into something bigger Suicide prevention isn’t only about what happens before or during a crisis. It’s also about the practical skills you use every day to handle stress, frustration, …
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