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For many people, rediscovering a joyous childhood activity can evoke nostalgic memories and rekindle a forgotten passion. For Jesse Daso, it was possibly lifesaving.

Veterans paints a ceramics piece

Resources for Veterans struggling with addiction and self-destructive behaviors will be showcased at the Milwaukee VA Medical Center May 7 on International Harm Reduction Day.

Four people and a police dog display a Harm Reduction Safe Box

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.

Welcome to the Unity Chapel banner

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.

Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment logo

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.

A female Veterans saluting

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.

A Veteran in a hospital gown smiles for a photo days after receiving an interventional pulmonary procedure

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

Logo for Whole Health

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.

Alex Gillen and Brendan Figuly posing for a photo.

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.

Doctor chatting with patient prior to colonoscopy

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

Dentist conducts oral cancer screening