VA unveils automated pharmacy system to improve veterans’ prescription services
VA’s Southwest Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy (SW CMOP) in Tucson, Arizona, mailed a record 23,204,802 prescriptions to Veterans last year, with projections indicating 23.8 million this year. Director Michael T. […]
SWVF launches ’50/50 Raffle’ to support veteran suicide prevention grants
Phoenix, AZ. – Arizona has the 6th highest veteran suicide rate in the United States, and September is National Suicide Prevention Month. In response, the Southwest Veterans Foundation (SWVF) is […]
SAVAHCS director celebrates 25 years of service: Key updates, community engagements
Tucson, AZ, August 2024 – Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS) marks a significant milestone as Director Jennifer S. Gutowski, MHA, FACHE, celebrates 25 years of dedicated service with […]
HRP launches ‘Project Cool Relief’ funded by AZ Veterans Services
Phoenix, AZ. – The Home of Record Project (HRP) is thrilled to announce the launch of ‘Project Cool Relief,’ funded by the Arizona Department of Veteran Services VDF Grant Award. […]
A final salute to a Jewish War Veterans founder
The Jewish War Veterans Copper State Post 619 exists in the East Valley because of a handful of truly committed veterans. One of its most active members was founder Richard […]
‘From battlefields to healing’: General Martin’s journey through bipolar disorder, VA care.
Phoenix, AZ — Be Connected and the Arizona VA Health Care Systems are proud to present a special virtual event, From Battlefields to Healing: General Gregg Martin’s Journey Through Bipolar […]
Asbestos exposure still affects Arizona vets’ health
Over the 20th century, as the World War II war effort demanded large quantities of affordable materials to make military equipment, the U.S. armed forces exceedingly used asbestos. The mineral […]
VA launches decentralized clinical trials program to combat cancer
WASHINGTON, DC — The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced the launch of a groundbreaking decentralized clinical trials program aimed at combating cancer among veterans. This initiative is set […]
Being prepared for a suicide crisis: veterans can take action to support each other
Washington, DC – The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) emphasizes the critical importance of preparedness in preventing suicide among veterans. Recognizing the devastating impact of suicide on individuals, families, and […]
VA Health Chat expands to all 18 VISNs
Washington, DC – The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced that the VA Health Chat app is now available across all 18 Veterans Integrated Service Networks (VISNs). This significant […]
