VA Providence Wins National VA Office of Women’s Health Go Red Competition
By Justyn Charon, Public Affairs Specialist
The VA Providence Healthcare System has been named the national winner of the VA Office of Women’s Health Go Red competition, recognizing the facility’s outstanding efforts to promote heart health awareness, education, and outreach for Women Veterans throughout American Heart Month.
Throughout February, VA Providence coordinated an expansive Go Red campaign that brought together VA staff, community partners, and Veterans across Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts. The initiative featured educational events, healthy teaching kitchen classes, Whole Health programming, outreach activities, social media engagement, and collaborations with organizations including the American Heart Association, Providence Vet Center, Cape Cod Vet Center, and Rhode Island FC.
The campaign emphasized the importance of cardiovascular health, preventive care, exercise, nutrition, and awareness of women-specific heart disease symptoms while encouraging Veterans to take an active role in their overall wellness.
“This recognition reflects the passion and dedication of our staff who continuously go above and beyond to improve the lives of Veterans,” said VA Providence Director Lawrence Connell. “The Go Red campaign demonstrated the power of collaboration, innovation, and community engagement in advancing Women Veteran health care. I’m incredibly proud of our team for earning this national recognition.”
The award highlights VA Providence’s continued commitment to expanding Women Veteran services and creating impactful outreach opportunities that connect Veterans with resources designed to improve long-term health and wellness.