Stories

Think about the ways your life could improve if you stopped using smokeless tobacco. Join the Great American Spit Out on February 24 and explore the many tobacco use treatment options available through VA.

Minneapolis VA Health Care System (VAHCS) performed its first deep brain stimulator (DBS) implantation surgery on November 24, 2021, a huge milestone for both Minneapolis VA and the VA Midwest Health Care Network (VISN 23).

"During my service, I saw places I probably never would have been able to visit and I met a lot of good guys from all over the United States."

Minneapolis VA Health Care System (VAHCS) and the University of Minnesota celebrated their 75 years of academic affiliation in September with the announcement of a new Collaboratory aimed at improving nursing practice, education and patient outcomes.

Try quitting with VA support and a new approach.

Suicide Prevention is Everyone’s Business. This is the most important message we can relay to Veterans, friends, family members, loved ones, VA staff and all of those in the community.

We are closely monitoring the events surrounding COVID-19. Safely meeting your health care needs is our top priority.

Dear Veteran, I want to talk about the U.S withdrawal and the takeover by the Taliban in Afghanistan.

"Much to my wife’s chagrin I’m getting another motorcycle. Bikers Against Bullies has blessed us and we’re starting a new chapter in Bloomington. We ride into schools and go around to classrooms and give them some ways to stand up. I’m one of those kids who fell between the cracks."

Great news! Minneapolis VA Health Care System has just launched a new website that gives you better service and an easier online experience.