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In a heartwarming gesture aimed at fostering spiritual togetherness and support for the Milwaukee VA's Veteran community, the Chapel in the medical center has officially been named Unity Chapel.

Two projects led by Milwaukee VA doctors were awarded seed grants from the Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment. These projects focus on improving health and advancing health equity for Veterans.

Despite being the military’s fast-growing demographic, women comprise only about 10 percent of Veterans, and it’s not uncommon for them to feel marginalized, unrecognized and disconnected. The Milwaukee VA is looking to change that.

U.S. Army Veteran Joe Desjardin has spent many years living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, also known as COPD. People with COPD often experience shortness of breath, wheezing, chest tightness and lack of energy, among other symptoms.

The benefits of Whole Health for Veterans will be explored during the Whole Health Retreat on April 17.

Brendan Figuly doesn’t remember what happened on the night in 2020 when his actions would land two people in the hospital and him in prison.

As president of the American Medical Association, Dr. Jesse Ehrenfeld is the face and voice of the nation’s largest association of doctors and medical students.

Free oral cancer screenings will be available for all Veterans during an April 3 event at the Milwaukee VA Medical Center.

The Progressive Care Unit at the Milwaukee VA Medical Center marked its 10-year anniversary in February, with hospital leaders citing it for being exactly what it says it is — progressive.

For the third consecutive year, a Milwaukee VA Medical Center doctor has taken his skills to Guatemala to aid residents in remote areas of the country.