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There were 310 press releases posted in the last 24 hours and 430,994 in the last 365 days.

Alaska VA Healthcare System Press Releases

837 Press Releases
  • Published on February 12, 2025 - 15:43 GMT

    Patriots wheelchair team helps Veterans get in the game

    VA Boston’s recreation therapy department, in collaboration with Adaptive Sports New England and the New England Patriots Wheelchair Football Team, hosted an introductory Veterans Wheelchair Football Clinic at the Brockton VA campus. During the clinic, 17 …

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  • Published on February 12, 2025 - 15:43 GMT

    Building America: Stepping into a career in construction

    Editor’s note: 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 transitioning Veterans, the construction industry …

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  • Published on February 12, 2025 - 15:43 GMT

    Frontline employees create innovative solutions

    Two frontline driven employee innovative projects at Gulf Coast VA have recently been selected as FY25 VHA Innovators Network (iNET) Spark-Seed-Spread Investments. Over 350 applicants applied to the FY25 iNET Spark-Seed-Spread Investment Program this year. …

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  • Published on February 10, 2025 - 15:30 GMT

    Radiologists reduce radiation exposure

    Radiation is the transfer of energy through space and, for more than a century, medical professionals have utilized this phenomenon to treat patients. While it has its benefits, radiation exposure may also induce concern in those who receive it. To combat …

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  • Published on February 9, 2025 - 23:14 GMT

    Connecting Veterans in the virtual world with technology

    Gulf Coast VA is proud to be one of six VA medical centers participating in a groundbreaking initiative that uses technology to foster connection and improve well-being for Veterans. Through a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement with Innerworld …

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  • Published on February 8, 2025 - 22:16 GMT

    Interventions in health care: A pioneering education initiative shows promise

    VA’s Center for Minority Veterans (CMV) and the Foundation for Social Connection (F4SC) are reshaping how future medical professionals understand and address social isolation among Veterans. Following a successful pilot program that ran from August through …

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  • Published on February 8, 2025 - 22:16 GMT

    Go Red for Women on National Wear Red Day

    Did you know heart disease and stroke are the leading causes of death for women in the United States? As a woman Veteran, your unique experiences and health risks make it even more important to prioritize heart health. That’s why the American Heart …

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  • Published on February 8, 2025 - 22:16 GMT

    Honoring Veterans: Marine Corps Veteran Bill Greason

    William Henry Greason was born on Sept. 3, 1924, in Atlanta, Georgia, where he spent his youth playing sandlot baseball in the surrounding area. Though his family was poor and he had received no formal coaching, Greason learned the art of pitching by …

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  • Published on February 8, 2025 - 22:16 GMT

    National Salute to Veteran Patients Week

    VA’s National Salute to Veteran Patients week is right around the corner.  The annual VA National Salute to Veteran Patients program began in 1978 when VA took over sponsorship of a program started in 1974 by the humanitarian organization, No Greater Love. …

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  • Published on February 8, 2025 - 22:16 GMT

    Anesthesiologists bring expertise to VA in support of Veterans

    Working at VA means that anesthesiologists have an opportunity to enjoy more time to focus on patients and to develop meaningful relationships with colleagues. “VA offers the opportunity to be part of an all-encompassing team of professionals with a …

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  • Published on February 8, 2025 - 22:16 GMT

    Help for blind and low vision Veterans

    According to the National Eye Institute, 4.2 million Americans ages 40 and older are visually impaired. Of these, 3 million have low vision. By 2030 when the last baby boomers turn 65, the number of Americans who have visual impairments is projected to …

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  • Published on February 6, 2025 - 21:46 GMT

    Tax season guidance for Veterans

    As tax season approaches, many Veterans begin gathering their necessary financial documents and consulting with tax professionals. VA wants Veterans to know they may qualify for special tax breaks and free assistance programs to help them navigate the …

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  • Published on February 6, 2025 - 21:46 GMT

    Bay Pines VA performs bronchoscopic lung volume reduction

    Bay Pines VA’s Chief of Pulmonary Dr. Stephen Clum was part of a multi-disciplinary team that performed the first bronchoscopic lung volume reduction (BLVR) surgery at the Bill Young VA. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, commonly referred to as COPD, …

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  • Published on February 5, 2025 - 21:22 GMT

    Live Whole Health #259: Desk-friendly yoga for back relief

    Finding the time and place to exercise can often be seen as a stumbling block that prevents us from engaging in better health practices. If this sounds like you, consider yoga, which offers us the ability to make healthy choices, improve movement and blood …

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  • Published on February 5, 2025 - 21:22 GMT

    From job fairs to career coaching: Empowering Veterans in civilian careers

    Editor’s note: 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. Transitioning from military service to civilian life …

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  • Published on February 5, 2025 - 21:22 GMT

    Taryn joins the staff at Birmingham VA

    Taryn, a two-year-old female Labrador Retriever, recently joined the staff at Birmingham VA as a trained and certified facility dog. She works alongside her partners, Physical Therapist Leesa Miles and Occupational Therapist Casey Church, daily at the …

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  • Published on February 5, 2025 - 21:22 GMT

    Discover how VA empowers physicians with meaningful careers

    This National Women Physicians Day, discover how VA is transforming health care through the leadership of inspiring physicians. From pioneering leaders like Dr. Margaret Craighill to today’s innovators, physicians at VA are reshaping Veteran care while …

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  • Published on February 5, 2025 - 21:21 GMT

    Access personalized career planning and guidance

    The Personalized Career Planning and Guidance (PCPG) program is a critical VA benefit that provides Veterans with no-cost career counseling, assessment, education planning and guidance resources unique to their circumstances. PCPG provides transitioning …

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  • Published on February 5, 2025 - 21:21 GMT

    Tele-dentistry: Streamlined access

    Orlando VA is leading the way in innovative care for Veterans with a new tele-dentistry program that leverages virtual technology to streamline dental evaluations. This pilot program focuses on Veterans with oral lesions and enables timely and convenient …

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  • Published on February 3, 2025 - 17:06 GMT

    AMD: Low vision awareness for Veterans 

    Here’s how AMD can affect your life.  Picture the best moments of your life: family celebrations, dinner with friends or vacations at the beach. Imagine reading your favorite books, watching a beloved show or driving to a special place. All these …

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