Archive for February, 2011
Veterans find a second family in Medical Foster Homes
Dedicated caregivers offer Veterans more than medical attention; they provide a second family and a home. The new choice for high-need and end-of-life care places Veterans in Medical Foster Homes.
National Cancer Prevention Month
February is National Cancer Prevention Month. One third of most cancer deaths could be prevented by the proper lifestyle changes and by following cancer screening recommendations.
Military Roots: Presidents who were Veterans
Twenty-four of our forty-four Presidents served in the military. The core values of decision-making and inspiring leadership prove to be valuable both in the service and in the eyes of the American public.
National African American History Month
The Veterans Health Administration is celebrating African American History Month this February. The 2011 theme is “African Americans and the Civil War,” which urges all Americans to study and reflect on the value of their contribution to the nation.
National Salute to Veteran Patients Week
During “National Salute to Veteran Patients Week,” February 13-19, VA medical facilities across America are honoring their men and women Veteran patients with salutes and ceremonies, featuring musical concerts and Valentines…and inviting the public to join in the recognition.