Veterans: Don’t let allergy symptoms slow you down this spring. Learn how VA Health Chat helps you connect with VA staff and get support through real-time chats: myhealth.va.gov/mhv-portal-web…

With VEText, you can get alerts for upcoming health care appointments, allowing you to confirm or cancel quickly. Learn more about VA’s text messaging appointment reminder system: myhealth.va.gov/ss20180907-tex…

Did you know VA provides training in more than 60 health disciplines? Closing out Health Professions Education Week, we thank our academic partners, VA education faculty, and trainees who work together to care for Veterans. #Veterans #HPEWeek2026

Friends, family, and the whole community play a critical role in suicide prevention. Staying connected to the #Veteran in your life can help make it easier to recognize when they might need support. Learn more about prevention: MentalHealth.VA.gov/suicide_preven….

This week, we honor the vital role of VA in health professions education. For 80 years, VA has been the largest provider of health professions education, ensuring future providers are well-equipped to care for our Veterans.

Sometimes the signs that someone is having thoughts of suicide aren’t obvious. Changes in behavior, mood, or routines can signal a #Veteran needs support. Learn more: VeteransCrisisLine.net/SignsOfCrisis.

As we continue to celebrate Health Professions Education Week, we would like to thank the more than 1,500 academic institutions VA partners with to train the next generation of health professionals for VA and the nation. #Veterans #HPEWeek2026

“These grants invest directly in communities that know Veterans best and are often the first to recognize when someone is struggling,” said VA Secretary Doug Collins. “They have been successful in connecting Veterans, service members, and their families — especially those not yet

Navy Veteran Dr. Clifford is analyzing audiograms from VA's Million Veteran Program to predict hearing loss risk and develop customized hearing protection and care. Learn more about MVP and how you can contribute to research: mvp.va.gov

VA trains more than 124,000 health professions trainees each year, ensuring high-quality health care for the next generation of Veterans. Trainees make up about one-third of VA’s clinical workforce.

The Veterans Affairs has opened 34 new health care facilities during the second Trump Administration! Find a VA location near you here: va.gov/find-locations/

The newly released 2025 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report highlights data and shares insights that help shape how we can work together to prevent Veteran suicide. Read the full report: MentalHealth.VA.gov/suicide_preven…

VA is working to improve dental care access for eligible Veterans and is looking for a new administrator to operate the next generation of community care dental providers. The goal is to build a stronger dental network with general and specialty care, preventive services, and

VA is speeding up community care scheduling for eligible Veterans. The new External Provider Scheduling is live at every VA facility, allowing staff to see providers’ calendars and book appointments faster. VA can use that information to book appointments that fit a Veterans’

You don’t have to carry it all alone. Starting mental health treatment and opening up can be intimidating, but we’re here to help. VA has resources to address the unique stressors and experiences that Veterans may face: Mentalhealth.va.gov/get-help/index…

VA collects Veteran suicide data every year to better understand its impact on Veterans and how everyone can take action to prevent it. Learn more in this year’s Annual Report: MentalHealth.VA.gov/suicide_preven…

New data shows a decrease in Veteran suicide deaths from 2022 to 2023. These encouraging trends help inform where prevention efforts are needed next. Learn more in VA’s 2025 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report: MentalHealth.VA.gov/suicide_preven…

Today, we recognize National Medal of Honor Day and honor the extraordinary courage of those who have received our nation’s highest award for valor. Since its establishment in 1861, more than 3,500 service members have been awarded the Medal of Honor. Each recipient represents a

The team at Spokane’s Mann-Grandstaff VA Medical Center honors all Veterans, with a special tribute this week for National Medal of Honor Day on Wednesday, March 25th. Established in 1949, the Spokane VA Medical Center was renamed in 2013 to the Mann-Grandstaff VAMC in honor of

If you notice signs of crisis in a #Veteran you know, don’t wait. Get connected to immediate support right now: Dial 988 then Press 1, chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat, or text 838255.