News Releases

BIRMINGHAM, AL –Birmingham VA Health Care System (BVAHCS) is offering updated Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines. BVAHCS is also offering updated flu vaccines for the 2024-2025 season.

A groundbreaking new study, utilizing the largest survey of Veterans with homeless experience to date, has identified tailored primary care as the key to improving health outcomes.

Dispelling a Common Misconception: “Utilizing VA services means depriving fellow Veterans who might be in greater need.” The Reality: Choosing not to engage with VA services actually diminishes the resources and support that could benefit Veterans facing more significant challenges.

The Birmingham VA Health Care System is proud to introduce the Veterans Transportation Service (VTS), a new initiative designed to offer comprehensive travel solutions for Veterans within the Birmingham VA.

The American Legion proudly announces the return of its annual Christmas Caravan, a heartfelt holiday event bringing joy and festive spirit to the Veteran inpatients at the Birmingham VA Health Care System.

Veterans Day is recognized on November 11, but at the Birmingham VA Health Care System, every day is a tribute to our Veterans.

The Birmingham VA Health Care System will host a Town Hall and outreach event on Tuesday, Nov. 14, from noon to 2 p.m.

The Birmingham VA Health Care System has deployed a team of 11 medical professionals to Florida, currently dealing with the devastation caused by Hurricane Idalia.

The Birmingham VA Health Care System invites Veterans, family members, and caregivers to the Summer VetFest PACT Act Open House on July 28 at the Birmingham VA East Clinic, 7901 Crestwood Blvd., in Irondale, Alabama.

Construction of the Shoals VA Clinic resumed recently. The Birmingham VA Health Care System announced the construction with a groundbreaking in 2022. However, construction of the clinic was delayed ensuring the project aligned with updated Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) design criteria.