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  • Every year, National Volunteer Week celebrates the men and women who selflessly dedicate their time and efforts to making our healthcare system better for our Veterans.

    John Istle, CDCE Red Coat Ambassador Program Volunteer, who surpassed5,000 hours of voluntary service with the VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System.

  • Every April, a simple wardrobe choice carries profound meaning. Across the country, people wear denim on Denim Day — held this year on Wednesday, April 23 — as a visible act of solidarity with survivors of sexual assault.

    Woman in black dress standing next to mannequins in military uniform and pink dress.

  • Exciting news! VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System is using a new tool in primary care called Ambient artificial intelligence (AI) scribe.

    Doctor in white lab coat speaking with elderly man in exam room.

  • The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) understands that integrity and trust are essential pillars of your identity as a Veteran.

    Tips for suspicious calls: Hang up, don't believe them, don't trust caller ID, don't give money, don't give personal info, report scam at oig.ssa.gov.

  • VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System (VASNHS) is expanding its popular Healthy Teaching Kitchen (HTK) program with two new course series designed to support Veterans and their families through every stage of life.

    Poster for Pregnancy Healthy Teaching Kitchen event on April 10, 9-10:30am.

  • The National Salute to Veteran Patients Week is an annual event held the week of February 14th (Feb. 8–14, 2026) to honor veterans receiving care at Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) medical centers.

    "National Salute to Veterans" flyer with a graphic of a heart.

  • February is American Heart Month, and a reminder to focus on cardiovascular health and to encourage heart health habits. At VASNHS, we are dedicated to helping Veterans receive the best care and support to maintain a healthy heart.

    Family sitting on the floor playing a board game.

  • VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System is honored to recognize Bennie Roberts Jr. for his service and wish him a very happy 100th Birthday.

    Man in a red suit, black bowtie, and black hat.

  • FINVET makes it easier for Veterans on this one-stop website to find money resources, boost financial literacy, and navigate their financial journey.

    FinVet National Poster with Veteran on Computer researching financial help online.

  • In the wake of recent government shutdowns and cuts to programs like SNAP and WIC, VASNHS, in partnership with Three Square Food Bank, have taken proactive measures to support Veterans, their families and VA staff facing food insecurity.

    Three Square Staff and VA Staff working together with food donations from local businesses to fill bags for families in Southern Nevada.