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VA Jackson health care top stories.

  • For years, U.S. Army Veteran Dariton Robinson had a big problem: high cholesterol.

    Veteran Dariton Robinson
  • The G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center honored eight Veterans during its 2025 Veterans Day Wall of Honor Ceremony, recognizing their exceptional service, leadership, and contributions to the nation and community.

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  • When U.S. Navy Veteran Otis Smith turned the key in the ignition of his newly awarded vehicle, the engine’s hum signaled more than mobility—it symbolized momentum

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  • For the G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center, suicide prevention is more than a program; it is a promise.

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  • The G. V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center has been recognized with a four-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) in the 2025 hospital quality ratings, making it the highest-rated hospital in the Jackson metro area.

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  • At the Jackson VA Medical Center, caring for Veterans doesn’t end when the appointment does. On August 5, 2025, Latonya Polk exemplified the I-CARE values of Integrity, Commitment, and Respect through an act of compassion that left a lasting impression.

    L. Polk
  • On August 5, 2025, Robert Payne of the Jackson VA Medical Center went above and beyond to ensure a Veteran’s safety and well-being.

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  • On July 23, 2025, Azanda Noye-Gray of the GV (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center showed extraordinary poise and professionalism when faced with an unexpected situation.

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  • A new collaboration between the G. V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center and Mississippi College is creating real-world opportunities for aspiring counselors—and opening more doors for veterans to access timely mental health care.

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  • For Jacob Robertson, athleticism is more than medals—it’s a mindset.

    Jacob Robertson at the 2025 NVWG