Stories
VA Illiana health care top stories.
Why VA: Mayra Alanis, LPN
Everyone’s road to a VA career is unique. In the "Why VA" series, we’ll hear from VA Illiana nursing staff as they share their stories of why caring for Veterans is so special. In this edition, we hear from Mayra Alanis, LPN.
Why VA: Donette Gray, RN/MSN
Everyone’s road to a VA career is unique. In the "Why VA" series, we’ll hear from VA Illiana nursing staff as they share their stories of why caring for Veterans is so special. In this edition, we hear from Donette Gray, RN/MSN.
Why VA: Shawna Mullins, CNA
Everyone’s road to a VA career is unique. In the "Why VA" series, we’ll hear from VA Illiana nursing staff as they share their stories of why caring for Veterans is so special. In this edition, we hear from Shawna Mullins, a certified nursing assistant (CNA).
New Life on the Links: Blind Veteran Finds Healing, Success on the Golf Course
Paul White couldn’t believe what he was hearing.
Any positive change: VA saving lives with syringe service program
The United States is seeing unprecedented numbers of overdose deaths involving illicit opioids (such as fentanyl) and stimulants (like cocaine or methamphetamine).
Leading the Way: VA Illiana Employees Honored for Exemplary Conduct
Two VA Illiana Health Care System employees were recognized for outstanding work in support of America’s Veterans and high reliability organization (HRO) principles in a ceremony held at the Danville VA Medical Center on July 22, 2022.
VA wants Veterans to focus on whole health instead of resolutions
Just a few weeks ago, many people resolved to lose weight, quit smoking, exercise more, and a variety of other health-related life improvements. Historically, many New Year resolutions have fallen apart by the end of January each year creating the need to re-resolve the next year.
Veteran Health Care is Worth Enrolling in
It may surprise some people that not all military veterans get their health care from Veterans Affairs. Some veterans may not even know that they are eligible for health care from VA.
VA Illiana Welcomes New Leadership
The VA Illiana Health Care System was established in 1898 as the Danville Branch of the National Home for Disabled Volunteer Soldiers.
Veterans Day Message
Across the Department of Veterans Affairs, every day is a day for Veterans.
