Providing health care to America’s Veterans

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is home to America's largest integrated health care system, serving 9 million enrolled Veterans each year. Join your fellow Veterans. Here are some of their stories.

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How to talk about COVID-19 boosters with family and friends

Asking open-ended questions, offering your understanding, and empathizing with their concerns can help build trust and help them to consider a change.

Helpful advice for handling holiday stress

At any time during the holidays, if you experience a crisis and need someone to talk to, please call the Veterans Crisis Line at 1-800-273-8255 and press 1. Share the number with family and friends.

Age is never a limit to serve in VA

101-year-old Jeannette Feldman and her late husband, Army Veteran Edward Feldman, were among the longest serving volunteers at VA. Together, they served Veterans for a combined 60 years.

Spread joy, not flu, this season

Have you received your flu shot yet? They are available at no cost at every VA medical facility and in your community too. Get a COVID-19 booster or vaccine at the same time.