Many Americans are at risk for heart disease and stroke. Many of the major risk factors for these problems can be prevented and controlled.

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Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Marine Corps Veteran Adrian Valentine Soltau, who served in Iraq and was killed in action. His sacrifice is honored by the Carry the Load.

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A continuous glucose monitor is a tiny sensor inserted under the skin. It sends data to the Veteran’s patients’ smartphone or tablet.

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She led a case review that highlighted missed opportunities to screen a Veteran for suicidal ideation—thoughts of taking one’s own life—and to provide appropriate follow-up care during an emergency department (ED) visit. The case review, part of a larger study on ED care, appeared in the Journal of Emergency Nursing in November 2021.

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VA’s Caregiver Support program offers clinical services to caregivers of eligible and covered Veterans enrolled in the VA health care system.

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