Annie is VA’s automated text messaging program that sends information and self-care reminders. There are many types of Annie text messages and they work on any cellphone with texting capabilities.
As a leader in health research, VA is working to find ways to prevent and treat the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Read how you can be part of these efforts and what to expect if you volunteer.
“Our mental health department was ahead of the curve…we increased access to mental health care, medication management and counseling for patients who may not have otherwise had it.”
The American Red Cross is urging those who are feeling well to give the gift of life by donating blood or platelets this holiday season.
Copayments for medical care and pharmacy services resumed in October after 18 months. Expansive debt relief options available for Veterans.
The Kansas City VA Medical Center staff joined forces with the Veterans Community Project to expand the reach and further vaccinate Kansas City area Veterans in a rapidly changing vaccination landscape.
Virtual care means Veterans with TBI have access to specialized polytrauma and TBI clinical services no matter where they live.
VA Veteran mom baby showers: Usual in-person in-door celebrations in VA Medical Centers adapted to drive-through or virtual platforms. Nearly 300 moms were honored at 14 medical centers.
VA today announced a preliminary plan for distributing the COVID-19 vaccinations it will implement once the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issues an emergency use authorization for a vaccine.
Navy Veteran Gabriel Carrillo enlisted fellow medical students to help vaccinate thousands of Veterans during Durham VA’s vaccine blitz – all while pursuing his medical and law degrees at Duke University.
VA is utilizing numerous approaches to get vaccines to as many Veterans as possible on permitted schedules. Here are just a few of the many scenarios at VA medical centers across the country.
When Navy Veteran Al Kovach woke up after spinal surgery, he asked the nurse if he was still alive. She answered affirmatively, and he immediately began to plan for his future as a paralyzed Veteran. He became a Paralympian, 2X winner of the LA Marathon and is a former President of Paralyzed Veterans of America.