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Read about what's happening in our VA Tampa health care community.

  • On August 5, 2025, James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital transformed into a hub of knowledge and opportunity as it hosted its highly anticipated Education Fair.

    Attendees at the education fair.

  • Veterans at the Brooksville Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) are finding high quality medical care close to home through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. For local Veterans, the Brooksville CBOC is more than a clinic, it’s a place they feel truly cared for.

    CBOC front of building sign1

  • Primary author: Dr. Indra Sandal. As July came to a close, so did a remarkable year-long journey to tackle some of the most pressing challenges in Veterans’ health care.

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  • In a moving tribute to honor the life and service of Veteran Larry Eugene Martin, the James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital in Tampa, Florida, held a Final Mile salute and escort on August 5th, 2025.

    Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association (CVMA), and VA staff render final salute

  • The atmosphere at James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital was electric with excitement and nostalgia as staff, Veterans, and their families gathered to celebrate a momentous occasion—the 79th birthday of the Veterans Canteen Service (VCS).

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  • Co-Author: Gavin Thompson On Thursday, July 31, 2025, a significant event unfolded as Veterans from the James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital were invited to attend The Tampa Bay Buccaneers' "Military Day" practice.

    Photo credit: Gavin Thompson

  • The James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital hosted an energetic Women Veterans Recognition Day event on June 12, 2025, commemorating the 77th anniversary of the landmark 1948 Women’s Armed Services Integration Act.

    Women Veterans enjoying Women Veterans Recognition Day.

  • The 39th National Veterans Golden Age Games (NVGAG) took place in Memphis from May 31 to June 5, 2025. Veterans from Tampa, Florida, were among those competing in various events.

    NVGAG Group Photo

  • Veterans from James A. Haley Veterans Hospital #TeamTampa prepared for the National Veterans Golden Age Games in Memphis, Tennessee for the last year.

    Team photo

  • In honor of 100 years of VA Research, the James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital recently hosted a series of events celebrating the contributions of VA researchers and staff to some of the most significant medical breakthroughs in history.

    Emily Donovan, Psychology Resident, presents her poster