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There were 620 press releases posted in the last 24 hours and 431,357 in the last 365 days.

Alaska VA Healthcare System Press Releases

833 Press Releases
  • Published on June 3, 2025 - 19:23 GMT

    VFW post launches state-of-the-art esports suite to support Veterans’ mental health

    The sharing of any non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products and services on the part of VA. Veterans should verify the information with the organization offering. Veterans in north Texas have a new gaming facility to help them …

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  • Published on June 3, 2025 - 19:23 GMT

    Heart valve procedure gives hope

    Vietnam Veteran Dennis Dubas didn’t expect to survive the year. Instead, he became the first patient to receive a life-saving heart valve procedure at VA Eastern Colorado, one that could improve heart health care for Veterans across the region.  From the …

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  • Published on June 3, 2025 - 00:51 GMT

    Live Whole Health #275: Connecting with balance

    Do you want to find more balance in your life? Good news! Balance is not somewhere out there, it’s right here where you are. Instead of trying to find balance, we can simply connect with it. There is a beautiful and powerful sense of balance that is always …

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  • Published on June 2, 2025 - 17:22 GMT

    Foreign Medical Program claims will be paid by direct deposit

    If you’re a Veteran living or traveling abroad and receive care for service-connected disabilities and related conditions under the Foreign Medical Program (FMP), you will be reimbursed by direct deposit. Although only U.S. bank accounts are supported for …

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  • Published on June 2, 2025 - 17:22 GMT

    Veteran Resources: Events of the week June 2, 2025

    The sharing of any non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products and services on the part of VA. Veterans should verify the information with the organization offering. We’ve curated an assortment of events that aim to assist, educate, …

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  • Published on June 2, 2025 - 00:01 GMT

    Healthy eating can improve mental health

    We often hear nutrition is important for our physical health, but did you know it also affects mental health? Nutrition has been connected to behavior, mood and the treatment of mental illness. Studies have found that a highly processed diet can put us at …

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  • Published on May 31, 2025 - 18:46 GMT

    Marine Corps Veteran proudly serves in VA Police Force

    Meet Chief of Police Timothy Jantz, a dedicated VA police supervisor and proud Marine Corps Veteran serving VA medical facilities in Illinois, Michigan and Wisconsin. Officer Jantz has served within the VA Police Services for more than 20 years, in …

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  • Published on May 31, 2025 - 18:46 GMT

    Honoring Veterans: Air Force Veteran Jeannie Leavitt

    Jeannie Leavitt was born in St. Louis, Missouri. Growing up near Scott Air Force Base (AFB), she was so fascinated by aircraft and aviation that she headed to the University of Missouri-Rolla on a full scholarship in 1985 as an aerospace engineering major. …

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  • Published on May 31, 2025 - 18:46 GMT

    Quitting tobacco? Here are five facts to help you   

    May 31 is World No Tobacco Day. If you’ve tried to stop using tobacco before and then started again, don’t be discouraged! You can use this observance to start creating a plan for how to stop, which will greatly increase your chances of quitting for good. …

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  • Published on May 31, 2025 - 18:46 GMT

    Care for aging Veterans with a geriatrics specialty

    Geriatrics and extended care is a growing specialty at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)—and that isn’t likely to change any time soon. According to a 2023 U.S. Census Bureau report, nearly one-half of all Veterans in the United States are 65 years …

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  • Published on May 31, 2025 - 18:46 GMT

    Veterans take the lead at Golden Age Games

    The Golden Age Games are the world’s largest sports rehabilitation event of its kind for Veterans over age 55. The annual event, which this year takes place May 31 – June 5, gives Veterans the opportunity to shine year-round, proving that athleticism has …

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  • Published on May 29, 2025 - 17:58 GMT

    Veterans in VA contracting: A recap of the VETS25 Conference

    VA attended the VETS25 Conference in Orlando earlier this month to support Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs). Organized by the National Veteran Small Business Coalition (NVSBC), VETS25 brought together over 2,000 attendees, including procurement …

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  • Published on May 29, 2025 - 17:58 GMT

    Save time filing your CHAMPVA claim online

    If you’re the spouse, widow(er) or child of an eligible Veteran who receives Civilian Health and Medical Program of VA (CHAMPVA) benefits, you can file your claim online. It’s quick and easy. What you need to know before filing your claim If your provider …

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  • Published on May 28, 2025 - 19:15 GMT

    Navy Veteran loses weight and gains control of his diabetes

    Navy Veteran Giovanni “Johnny” Onorato, 62, was scheduled for knee replacement surgery at the Baltimore VA Medical Center when he received a rude awakening. His surgeon, Dr. Sumon Nandi, told him that the procedure was canceled because his weight and blood …

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  • Published on May 28, 2025 - 19:15 GMT

    Live Whole Health #274: Jam-packed with fiber

    Ch-ch-ch-chia! Today we’re digging into chia. And yes, we’re talking about the same seeds that many of us grew on animal and character themed pots in the 1980s. Our past selves may be surprised by all of its culinary applications today, but we were missing …

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  • Published on May 27, 2025 - 23:13 GMT

    Elevate your job search with these VA resources

    Looking to start a meaningful career at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) but not sure where to begin? You’re in luck—VA offers useful tools and guidance to support job seekers every step of the way, whether you’re exploring physician, nursing, …

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  • Published on May 27, 2025 - 16:25 GMT

    Veteran sheds light on the importance of mental health research

    For Army Veteran Bryan Billups, mental health has always been a priority. From serving as a paratrooper in the first Gulf War to working in the federal government, Billups’ life experiences have brought to light the importance of taking care of both …

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  • Published on May 27, 2025 - 16:25 GMT

    Find connection, purpose and remembrance at a “wear blue: run to remember” community run

    The sharing of any non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products and services on the part of VA. Veterans should verify the information with the organization offering. For many Veterans, surviving family members and military supporters, …

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  • Published on May 27, 2025 - 16:25 GMT

    Online course helps Veterans launch small business ideas

    Editor’s note: Sharing of non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products or services by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Veterans should always verify information with the organization offering the program. Want to start a business …

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  • Published on May 27, 2025 - 16:25 GMT

    Saving lives by preventing overdoses

    When VA nurse Tomeka Allison lost a family member to an overdose, she knew she had to act. Today, she’s leading a pioneering effort at Dallas VA Medical Center that’s already touched the lives of more than 175 Veterans and their families. The stakes couldn …

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