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Milwaukee Vets in tune with National Creative Arts Festival
Two Veterans served by the Milwaukee VA had their time in the spotlight when they performed as part of the National Veterans Creative Arts Festival.
Ground broken for new VA clinic in Oconomowoc
“I think it’s fantastic.” That’s how U.S. Air Force Veteran John Margowski summed up his thoughts about the construction of a new Veterans Affairs outpatient clinic in Oconomowoc.
Zablocki honors four nurses with excellence awards
Four Zablocki VA Health Care System nurses were honored for their dedication, service, compassion, leadership and excellence during the annual Nursing Recognition Ceremony Monday.
Maternity care at the Milwaukee VA: 'We put a spotlight on our moms.'
When asked what she likes about maternity care at the Milwaukee VA, U.S. Navy Veteran Shyanne Erdmann had a very succinct answer: “Everything,” she said.
Ruck March takes Veterans on path to spiritual and mental resiliency
A ruck, military-style march with a weighted pack, can bring a group together in physical, mental and a spiritual ways.
'What a blessing': PACT Act a godsend for Wisconsin Veteran
Darron Rasmussen was like a lot of soldiers who became Veterans thanks to the Vietnam War — he did his job, fulfilled his commitment and then came home.
WWII nurse celebrates 100th birthday at Milwaukee VA
A Wisconsin Veteran who served as a nurse during World War II celebrated her 100th birthday Wednesday, and the Milwaukee VA Medical Center helped her celebrate.
Milwaukee VA honors employees of the year
A pharmacist and a social worker who work tirelessly to meet the needs of Veterans were honored with the Milwaukee VA Medical Center’s Employee of the Year and ICARE Champion of the Year awards.
Veterans learn basic cooking skills for better health
“Eww, I don’t like yogurt,” said U.S. Navy Veteran Thomas Dunn.
'My whole life has changed': Veterans reap benefits of virtual diabetes management
An all-virtual diabetes management program at the Milwaukee VA is seeing great success, with Veterans lowering their A1cs and weight while weaning themselves from insulin and enjoying the benefits of a healthy lifestyle.
