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  • Just like athletes in traditional sports, wheelchair athletes can suffer injuries.

    Wheelchair lacrosse game

  • The renovation of Old Main into housing for Veterans has reaped a prestigious national award.

    Medical center award for Old Main renovation

  • A groundbreaking surgery that can have carpal tunnel sufferers back at work in a matter of days instead of weeks or months is being performed at the Milwaukee VA Medical Center.

    carpal tunnel procedure

  • Preventing suicide by Veterans could be as easy as two words: Reach out.

    Dr. Bert Berger, head of mental health services for the Milwaukee VA Medical Center, talks to media after a kickoff event for the ReachOutWis.org initiative, aimed at curbing Veterans suicide.

  • COVID-19 cases are surging. Hospitals are full. What can you do to stay safe and healthy? Get the shot.

    Vet getting COVID booster

  • A number of works by local Veterans will be eligible for national recognition as part of the National Veterans Creative Arts Festival.

    Artwork by Mark Lewis

  • A program that reduces food waste at the Milwaukee VA Medical Center – and helps feed Veterans in need -- has received accolades from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.

    Food Service workers pose with certificate

  • Caring. Advocating. Motivating. Inspiring. Mentoring.

    Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers presents Darcie Greuel with the Wisconsin Woman Veteran of the Year award.