Why VA’s approach to preventing and ending veteran homelessness starts with stable housing. For veterans experiencing homelessness or housing instability, health challenges often become more difficult to manage. Homelessness can affect nearly every aspect of a veteran’s well-being, from physical and mental health to access to treatment, recovery, employment, and long-term stability. That connection is […]
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Researcher Jennifer Stevens-Lapsley’s work helps older veterans regain mobility and independence dr. Jennifer Stevens-Lapsley, Associate Director of Research at VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System’s Geriatric Research, Education and Clinical Center, received the Paul B. Magnuson Award, the VA’s highest honor for rehabilitation researchers, for work helping older veterans regain strength, mobility and independence after […]
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The VA Office of Research and Development recently announced three News Briefs highlighting new findings on cancer screenings for veterans, improving rural VA hospitals and information on the suicide prevention program. New centralized process improves lung cancer screening Rural veterans are often screened for lung cancer through community-based care, but this can result in perceptions […]
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More than 4.6 million veterans already use the VA Health and Benefits mobile app to manage their care and benefits, and now veterans can view lab results and manage VA benefits overpayments right in the app. These new features give you faster access to important information and make it easier to manage your health care […]
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Sharing of non-VA information does not constitute endorsement of products or services by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Veterans should always check with the organization offering the program for information. Serving others often means putting your own needs second. Whether you’re currently in the military, have transitioned to civilian life, work as an emergency responder, […]
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Supporting Diabetic Veterans Facing Food Insecurity On Bay Pines VA Healthcare SystemA new pilot program is forming to help diabetic veterans facing a growing challenge: food insecurity. The Diabetes Emergency Food Bag Pilot Program aims to provide targeted nutrition support and education to veterans who need it most, helping them better manage their health while […]
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With a name that sounds like “botch-uh,” boca may be hard to pronounce for many, but easy to love. On 2026 Golden Age of Veterans National Games in Tampa, the pace on the courts may seem slower than track or basketball, but the intensity is just as real. Every roll, angle and inch counts, and […]
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At 92 years old, Air Force veteran Curtis Parker still enters each competition venue with the same goal he’s embraced for decades: enjoy the moment, do your best and leave with a smile. That approach paid off at 2026 Golden Age of Veterans National Games in Tampa, Florida, where Parker won the pool gold medal […]
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Houston VA and partners unite for Star Wars-themed career event The force was strong in Pasadena, Texas on May 4th. More than 1,000 veterans gathered at the Pasadena Convention Center for a Star Wars-themed benefit and career fair that was equal parts fun and life-changing – lightsabers, costumes and all. The Michael E. DeBakey VA […]
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The season of extreme heat is in full swing. *First published on 6/27/25. Updated 2/7/26. Temperatures high enough to be dangerous to health are occurring across the country. Extreme heat, defined as temperatures above 90 degrees Fahrenheit for at least two days, can lead to serious health problems, medical emergencies, and even death. Fortunately, there […]
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