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Tele-Urgent Care & Tele-Emergency Care is now available

Did you know the VA provides same-day 24/7 care for a wide variety of injuries and illnesses –available by phone from the comfort of your own home, even at night and on weekends?

 If you are experiencing non-life-threatening symptoms, call urgent tele-health care at (317) 554-0000. Press ‘3’ and ask for the triage nurse team.

Limb Loss Awareness Month-Impact Through Innovation

Veterans Health Administration, already the world's largest and most comprehensive provider of sensory aides and prosthetic devices, continues to expand its capabilities to serve our nation’s Veterans.

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Lab Olympics – Celebrating Medical Laboratory Professionals Week 2024

At Richard L Roudebush VA Medical Center, tucked in the America Wing on the 2nd Floor, 80+ wonderful laboratory employees are working around the clock to provide excellent patient care.

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2024 Solar Eclipse. Be Prepared

For just 3 minutes and 49 seconds, a total solar eclipse will best be experienced right here in Indianapolis. This will be the first total eclipse since 2017 and will be the last until August 2024!

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Clothesline Project T-Shirt Design Workshops

The Clothesline Project is a program that began in 1990 from Cape Cod, MA, to address the issue of violence against women.

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Honoring Women’s History Month

The Declaration of Independence recognized the United States as an independent nation, declaring that “all men are created equal.” Unfortunately this clause meant that “all white males with property” were created equal.

Abstract artistic depiction featuring 2 women in celebration of Women's History Month

As we approach the holiday season, we understand this time of year can bring a unique set of challenges, especially for Veterans.

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Drive-thru Clinic Available for Flu Vaccine for Indiana Veterans

Getting a flu vaccine is more important than ever this year to minimize the risk of illness and possible hospitalization. Hand washing, face coverings and social distancing are all important in eliminating infections.

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Body Cameras for Veteran Health Indiana Law Enforcement Officers

We are excited to share Veteran Health Indiana Police Officers are now utilizing body worn cameras.  Body cameras help keep our officers, Veterans, employees, and community members safe.

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Adopt-A-Pot

Help beautify for the summer by volunteering to adopt one of the many planters and flowerpots around the Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center main campus.

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