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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.

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.

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.

A man speaks to his female doctor in a health care setting. The words

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.

​​​​​​​Washington DC VA Medical Center joins VA in recognizing National Minority Mental Health Month.

Chanda Corbett, PhD., a psychologist at the Washington DC VA Medical Center, shares information about Minority Mental Health Care.

July is designated as Herbal-Prescription Interaction Awareness Month to educate consumers about the risks associated with taking herbal supplements before consulting your doctor.

Washington DC VA Medical Center Chief of Pharmacy, Dr. Ivan Cephas, Pharm.D., poses for a photo in his office.

Post-Traumatic Stress Syndrome, or PTSD, is a mental health condition that develops after a traumatic event and causes you to relive the event through intrusive thoughts, flashbacks, nightmare and other side effects.

A doctor speaks with a patient in a medical office.

The main entrance road to the Washington DC VA Medical Center will be closed Wednesday, June 21, from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

digital rendering of a crane that will be placed in front of the medical center to facilitate construction on the roof on June 21, 2023.

Heat stress on the body is caused by prolonged exposure to hot environments that result in injury or illness.

A thermometer shows rising temperatures on this week's Wellness Wednesday graphic.

Every June, VA joins the nation is recognizing Men’s Health Month by promoting annual health exams and recommended screenings for men.

A man speaks with his doctor.