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Stories

Read about what's happening in our VA Salt Lake City health care community.

World War II Veteran Minoru "Min" Hamada thinks he is just a regular American, but the dozens who gathered for his 100th birthday party would disagree.

Smiling woman gives certificate to old man

A lot of Veterans strive for a healthy life and weight, but two Utah Veterans achieved that goal through the VA Salt Lake City Health Care System’s MOVE! Weight Management Program —along the way collectively losing over a 150 pounds.

Veteran smiling and holding pants that used to fit him.

Volunteers and employees from the VA Salt Lake City Health Care System hit the streets of Salt Lake along with community partners for the Point-in-Time (PIT) Count.

Three men climbing a hill covered with snow.

A new law called the PACT Act just expanded VA health care and benefits for millions of Veterans and their survivors.

PACT Act Awareness Open House  Older man with health care provider

Utah National Guard Veteran Daniel “Whit” Whitaker mounts his dark bay horse. Using small, effortless motions to guide the animal, Whit and his horse “Chico” make several circles around the arena.

smiling man on a horse

Physician Assistants are health care providers who serve in all areas of the health care system. They are dedicated to expanding Veteran patients access to care.

Smiling man with stethoscope aroun neck in front of computer.

Nursing Assistants are an integral part of the nursing care team in direct service to Veterans and families, working in all inpatient units in the medical center.

Smiling man in hospital... Text: Job of the week

Starting Monday, September 19 and lasting through November 10, the George E. Wahlen VA Medical Center in Salt Lake City will operate a drive-thru vaccination clinic.

Woman giving man a vaccination

Join in on the fun at the Salt Lake City VA Farmer's Market, Wednesdays, 11 am – 1:30 pm, August 3 – September 7, 2022. Enjoy a fun and tasty opportunity to gather with Veterans, family members, visitors, and staff while enjoying live music from talented Veteran and local artists.

Salt Lake City VA HCS Farmer's Market Photo

Supply Technicians in Medical Supply Distribution provide the inpatient units, clinics, operating rooms and other medical center facilities with the necessary supplies for daily healthcare operations.

woman in  medical supply room