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02/24/2021 04:00 PM EST

American Red Cross needs blood donation

Record-breaking cold and winter storms across much of the U.S. have had a significant impact on blood and platelet donations.

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02/24/2021 02:00 PM EST

A Veteran receives a COVID-19 vaccine.

Continuing to get Veterans—especially those in rural and highly rural areas—COVID-19 vaccinations is a high priority, VA Secretary Denis McDonough told reporters Feb. 23.

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02/24/2021 11:30 AM EST

Army Veteran James Douglas Higginbotham is today's Veteran of the day.

On the anniversary of the Desert Storm ground war start, today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran James Douglas Higginbotham, a communication specialist.

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02/24/2021 11:00 AM EST

VA serves all who served

Earlier this week, Secretary Denis McDonough ordered a review of VA policies to ensure that transgender Veterans and employees do not face discrimination on the basis of their gender identity and expression.

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02/24/2021 10:00 AM EST

Kara Rowley, Battle Creek VA Medical Center Physical Therapist conducts a Virtual Physical Therapy session with Air Force Veteran William Sharp from the Wyoming, MI Community Based Outpatient Clinic.

Battle Creek VA provides Veterans physical therapy online using Virtual Video Conferencing. They take them through prescribed exercises and educate them on healthy living while the Veteran stays home.

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02/24/2021 09:00 AM EST

Black History Month is a chance to celebrate and honor Black Americans who trailblazed paths for future generations. Among those are the Tuskegee Airmen.

Black History Month is a chance to celebrate and honor Black Americans who trailblazed paths for future generations. Among those trailblazers are the Tuskegee Airmen.

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02/24/2021 08:00 AM EST

Five people wearing masks holding up signs

Robert Hancock was “scared” to get the vaccine. Then he had a long talk with a Tampa VA doctor who walked him through the process and explained the benefits of being vaccinated. He got the shot.

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02/23/2021 06:00 PM EST

VA Health Emergency Response

Did you know there is a “one stop shop” for Veterans seeking assistance after an emergency or for when a natural disaster strikes?

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02/23/2021 04:00 PM EST

Doctor and woman read data on small iPad

Minority women at greater risk of heart disease. VA providers specializing in women’s health can give you information about lowering your risk factors. Diet and exercise changes lower your risks.

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