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Madison VA Hospital and Clinics stories and highlights for the Veterans, their families, and caregivers.

Vietnam Vet Now a Voice for Transgender Community

Vietnam traumatized a lot of Veterans who served there. Navy Veteran Darla Lannert is no exception.

Darla Lannert on deck

Former Tuskegee Airman Staffer Still Giving Back After 49 Years

U.S. Air Force Veteran Eddie Manning grew up in small-town Mississippi during a turbulent time for African Americans.

Mr Manning holding award

U.S. Navy Veteran Kathy Keckheisen has a simple message to others: Take vacations.

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Hats Off to a Great Idea

In this time of genius marketing wizards trying to capitalize on every square inch to attract eyeballs, Madison VA’s Geoff Mongiat may have brought a prideful tear to their eyes.

Engineering staff with equipment

Whole Health: What is mindfulness?

If you have ever thought something like, “I couldn’t practice mindfulness, my mind doesn’t stop racing!” You are not alone, and you can practice mindfulness. It’s all about coming into the present moment, whatever is happening, and learning how you can practice this technique.

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Women Veteran Peer Support Gets Social

Did you know there are the Peer Supported Women Veteran Socials? Why socials? When are they? Where are they?

peer support group

YOU are welcome here! Harassment is not.

Harassing behaviors are unacceptable and are not tolerated at the Madison VA. We want to provide an inviting environment for all who served and their loved ones.

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September is Eligibility & Enrollment Month!

Are you eligible for VA Care? Have you enrolled in VA Health Care? Do you know where to go for this information?

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Supporting our Women Veterans and their reproductive needs

The VA offers a wide range of contraceptive options to choose from to meet our patients unique needs and reproductive goals.

contraception care

Chronic Pain: How the VA Can Help

Did you know that acute and chronic pain is the number one reported problem by female active-duty service members and veterans? Whole Health is now offering the Empower Program for Chronic Pain Self-Management.

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