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05/22/2021 04:00 PM EDT

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In the first-ever National Veterans Golden Age Games (at Home), nearly 200 Veterans participated in the weeklong event, which included six competitions for Veterans to complete at home.

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05/22/2021 02:00 PM EDT

Doctor explaining x-ray to patient

Osteoporosis is concerning for many women, especially post-menopause. It can also affect men later in life. It is not a normal part of aging. Medication is the primary management tool for osteoporosis.

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05/22/2021 11:30 AM EDT

Army Veteran Arnold J. Braasch is today's Veteran of the day.

Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran Arnold J. Braasch. who served as an artificer with the 25th Division during the Korean War.

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05/22/2021 09:00 AM EDT

Fresh Focus Series 5 National Nutrition Month

This year, National Nutrition Month® explores how to “personalize your plate” to fit your own goals, and in this Fresh Focus Podcast episode we emphasize personalizing your plate to support a healthy heart.

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05/22/2021 08:00 AM EDT

Dr. Moy on BtB discussing Veteran vaccine acceptance

Veteran vaccine acceptance comes down to trust and truth, according to VA Office of Health and Equity’s Dr. Ernest Moy. On this bonus episode, Dr. Moy provides updates on Veteran vaccination rates and vaccine acceptance.

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05/21/2021 06:00 PM EDT

Learn about the benefits of beginning your VA Career through our Nurse Residency program.

VA’s nurse residency program helps newly licensed nurses get ready to address the unique health care needs of Veterans.

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