If you're going through a tough time or having thoughts of suicide, you're not alone, and there is hope. There really are people who want to listen and help. Reaching out for help may be the last thing you want...
The Veterans Health Library expands online presence
The Veterans Health Library has over 1,600 health sheets and 175 videos in both English and...
Veteran eXpeRience brings new reality in health care to veterans
On Dec. 15, Veteran Health Administration (VHA) Office of Healthcare Innovation and Learning...
Army veteran: Battlefield acupuncture has him “on cloud nine”
Army veteran Joe Knight, from West Haven, Connecticut, had started drinking again when he...
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Some pharmacies to return to Tricare in January
According to Cigna/Express Scripts, more than 2,000 independent pharmacies will rejoin the Tricare retail pharmacy network. "Since we issued the new solicitation on Dec. 1, we are pleased that more than 2,000 pharmacies have accepted the terms...
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Annie text messages are bright spot for veterans’ caregivers
Last month's National Family Caregivers Month recognizes and honors those who selflessly care for their loved ones. Being a veteran's caregiver can take a toll on your physical and mental health. One way that VA can support you is through...
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Fast facts about new toxic exposure screening for veterans
Have you heard about the new toxic exposure screening? If you're enrolled in VA health care, you can now receive the toxic exposure screening at VA medical centers and clinics across the country. If you're not enrolled but meet eligibility...
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Top 10 places for veterans to find leadership careers
Transitioning from a military career to a civilian career is not always easy; however, there is the recognition of the value that veterans bring in terms of leadership and teamwork. A recent analysis by LinkedIn's Economic Graph team looked at...
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Veteran homelessness decreased by 11% in the last two years
VA, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness announced preliminary results of the 2022 Point-in-Time (PIT) Count for Veterans, Nov. 1, 2022. The PIT Count is the annual effort to...
