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Bonded by Battle: Lifelong Friendships Formed Through Service

Founded December 13, 1636, the National Guard was established to protect families and towns from hostile attacks.

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Advancing the Fight against Lung Cancer through Annual Screening

Lung cancer remains an important health concern for Veterans, highlighting the need for awareness, understanding, and proactive measures

Sharon L. Coote-Johnson, PA and Lung Cancer Screening (LCS) Program Director, and Audel P Dulalia, RRT, at the

Over 280 At-Risk Veterans Connected With VA Health Care and Benefits

The Washington DC Veterans Affairs Medical Center hosted its 29th Annual Winterhaven Homeless Veterans Stand Down on November 4, 2023.

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American Academy of Nursing Inducts Washington DC VA Medical Center Employee Into 2023 Class of Fellows

The American Academy of Nursing has selected Washington DC Veterans Affairs Medical Center employee Heidi Maloni, PhD, NP, to be inducted into the 2023 Class of Fellows.

Dr. Heidi Maloni

Immunization Awareness Month

August is National Immunization Awareness Month and a great reminder to make sure you are up to date on all your vaccinations.

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Caring for the Mind, Body and Spirit of Veterans

The mission of the Washington DC VA Medical Center’s Chaplain Service is to provide spiritual and religious care to all Veterans who seek it.

Chaplain Carol Ramsey-Lucas smiles in her official VA portrait.

Substance Abuse Recovery Program Helps Veterans Struggling with Addiction

According to data collected by the National Safety Council, drug overdose accounted for 98,268 deaths in 2021. That is an increase of 781 percent since 1999.

Dr. Edward Radden III, M.D., is the featured subject matter expert on this week's Wellness Wednesday article.

Research Participants Wanted for Nicotine Addiction Study

Nicotine is a highly addictive substance found in tobacco products that impairs the way several neurotransmitters function in the brain.

A man holds a cigarette in one hand and a nicotine patch in the other and contemplates which to use.

Be Involved in Your Health Care: Ask About Low Blood Sugars

For diabetic Veterans, low blood sugar can be a constant worry. When blood sugar levels drop below 70, also known as hypoglycemia, symptoms ranging from mild to severe can set in and quickly become dangerous.

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Good Health Requires Good Sleep

When it comes to your health, maintaining a good sleep routine is just as important as proper diet and exercise.

A woman sits up in bed, stretching after a good night of sleep. A message to remind viewers of the importance of sleep to their overall health accompanies a reminder to speak with their VA provider about improving sleep health.