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Commemorate Women’s History Month: VA joins the nation in commemorating Women’s History Month this March by celebrating the achievements of women and their contributions to our nation’s history. The theme is the 75th Anniversary of World War II.
VAPAHCS becomes first in nation with full 5G: In February 2020, the VA Palo Alto Health Care System became the first fully 5G-enabled hospital in the world. This will improve patient care and enhance the Veteran experience at this facility.
Volunteers Provide Hope for SCI Veterans: Two Veterans living with Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) are inspiring Veterans to take charge of their lives after being injured. Learn more about how Kevin and Shane are making a difference at the VA Palo Alto SCI Center.
Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) Update: Learn more about how VA is working closely with The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other federal partners to monitor the outbreak of Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV).
February is National Recreation Therapy Month: At VAPAHCS, Recreation and Creative Arts Therapists are celebrated during National Recreation Therapy Month in February. VAPAHCS has one of the largest and most dynamic recreation therapy services in the country.
Veteran-Centered Care at VAPAHCS: While visiting your primary care provider or any VA provider, you may have heard the term “patient-centered care” or “Veteran-centered care”. At VAPAHCS, our goal is to deliver individualized care for each Veteran.
Ronit Katz Named Surgeon General for State Guard: VAPAHCS's Dr. Ronit Katz has been named the new State Surgeon, California State Guard (CSG). In this role, Dr. Katz will provide primary medical advice to CSG Commanding General Major General Jay Coggan.
Caregiving: Challenges and Support: Caring for a sick, injured, or aging loved one can be rewarding. At the same time, many caregivers face physical, emotional, social, and financial burdens, resulting in high stress.
VA Connect Care Increasing Access for Veterans: For some Veterans, living with a chronic health condition and a fixed income is a tough way of living. The VA’s Connected Care program is making access to care much easier for Veterans, even for specialty care services.
Veteran Manages Health With Interactive App: Veteran Dave Earnest manages healthy lifestyle through VIDA app, part of VA's cutting-edge approach to care that supports the health and well-being of Veterans around the country.