U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs
Glad You Asked: Understanding VA Home Loan Benefits
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- Glad You Asked: Understanding VA Home Loan Benefits
- Runtime
- 2:18
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Deputy Secretary Paul R. Lawrence, Ph.D., breaks down the VA Home Loan program and how it empowers Veterans to achieve homeownership with unique advantages.
Learn more: https://www.benefits.va.gov/homeloans
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- VA NEWS | Accessing VA Health and Benefits from your Phone and Making a Difference with MVP
- Runtime
- 3:03
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Join US Army Veteran Jennifer Hunt on Managing your care and benefits from your phone, accessing urgent VA care from anywhere, and how one VA research program studying healthcare for Veterans helps all Americans.
For more information, visit www.mobile.va.gov and www.mvp.va.gov. Thanks for watching, and thank you for your service! #VANews #Veterans
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- Embracing Menopause and Feeling Your Best with Help from VA
- Runtime
- 3:28
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Are you navigating changes like hot flashes, trouble sleeping, mood swings, or other menopause symptoms? You’re not alone. VA is here to help.
Embracing Menopause and Feeling Your Best with Help from VA is a short, 3-minute video designed for women Veterans who are approaching or experiencing menopause. With the average age of women Veterans in VA care being around 51, the same average age menopause begins, this video walks you through what menopause is, how symptoms can affect your daily life, and most importantly, how VA can support you.
From hormone and non-hormone medications to vaginal therapies, acupuncture, pelvic physical therapy, and even cognitive behavioral therapy for sleep and mood changes, VA offers care tailored to your needs. We also understand that menopause can affect mental health, especially for Veterans with a history of PTSD.
Menopause is personal, and so is your VA health care. Watch this video t...
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- Aceptando la Menopausia y Sintiéndote Mejor con la Ayuda del VA
- Runtime
- 4:02
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- ¿Estás experimentando cambios como sofocos, dificultad para dormir, cambios de humor u otros síntomas de la menopausia? No estás sola. El Departamento de Asuntos de Veteranos (VA) está aquí para ayudarte.
Aceptando la Menopausia y Sintiéndote Mejor con la Ayuda del VA es un video corto de 3 minutos diseñado para mujeres veteranas que se acercan a la menopausia o la están experimentando. Dado que la edad promedio de las mujeres veteranas bajo el cuidado del VA es de alrededor de 51 años, la misma edad promedio en que comienza la menopausia, este video te explica qué es la menopausia, cómo los síntomas pueden afectar tu vida diaria y, lo más importante, cómo el VA puede apoyarte.
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- 2025 National Veterans Golden Age Games - Onward to Tampa!
- Runtime
- 0:53
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- ▶️For the record, we had to run this back to share the finale from the Passing of the Torch in #Memphis. Get pumped, Tampa! The torch is officially yours as we celebrate 40 years of "Fitness for Life," June 27 - July 2, 2026.
#GoldenAgeGames
#FitnessforLife
#Sports4Vets
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- Glad You Asked: What’s in the VA Welcome Kit?
- Runtime
- 1:15
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- In this episode, Deputy Secretary of Veterans Affairs, the Honorable Paul R. Lawrence, Ph.D., walks Veterans through the VA Welcome Kit, a helpful guide to accessing the benefits and services they’ve earned.
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- 2025 National Veterans Golden Age Games - Day 6 Highlights
- Runtime
- 1:02
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Veterans showed up and showed out in Memphis breaking records, turning up the heat, and bringing the rhythm of #fitnessforlife to the Bluff City. 🏅🔥🎶
If you’re thinking about the next #GoldenAgeGames stop thinking and make it happen. Your moment’s waiting. 🙌💪The countdown to Tampa, June 27 to July 2, 2026, starts now. 🌴☀️🏆 James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital
#FeelTheVictory #Sports4Vets 🎯
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- The Last World War II Story
- Runtime
- 6:27
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- From D-Day to the Battle of the Bulge — he lived it all.
Lonnie M. Frank didn’t just witness history, he lived what most of us have only read about in history books. From storming the beaches of Normandy on D-Day to enduring the brutal winter of the Battle of the Bulge, he marched through some of WWII’s darkest hours with unwavering courage and sacrifice. As the voices of the Greatest Generation fade, his legacy stands as a powerful reminder of honor, resilience, and what it means to serve. We remember — and we will never forget.
#DDay #HonoringVeterans
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- 2025 National Veterans Golden Age Games - Day 5 Highlights
- Runtime
- 1:03
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- There’s no wrong way to stay fit for life. 💪🏽 Veterans from 48 states and D.C. are proving that movement looks different for everyone and that’s the point.
There’s a sport for every Veteran 🏓🏃♀️🏊♂️ whether you’re competing, trying something new, or just showing up for yourself. 🥇🥈🥉
#GoldenAgeGames #FeelTheVictory #FitnessForLife #Sports4Vets
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- 2025 National Veterans Golden Age Games - Day 4 Highlights
- Runtime
- 1:01
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Halfway through the #GoldenAgeGames week, military couples continue to bond. With 18 medaled sports and 7 exhibition events, they’re proving that love and fitness thrive.
❤️Thanks for inspiring us all to live the #FitnessforLife motto. #CoupleGoals #sports4vets
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- From Battlefield to Bedside: Navy Veteran now healing fellow Veterans at Wilkes-Barre VA
- Runtime
- 2:12
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Dr. Matthew Messa, a Navy Veteran and former corpsman, now serves as an emergency physician at the Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center. His path from the Persian Gulf to medical school was shaped by grit, a love for service, and a personal journey through trauma and healing. After nearly leaving medicine, VA care helped him rediscover his purpose—both as a doctor and a Veteran. Today, he proudly provides care to those who, like him, once wore the uniform.
VA News Story: https://news.va.gov/140535/are-you-really-my-doctor/#:~:text=When%20Navy%20Veteran%20Dr.%20Matthew,'re%20not%20the%20doctor.'
To learn more about eligibility for VA health care and to enroll, visit https://www.va.gov/health-care/how-to-apply/.
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- Whole Health Veteran Stories: A referral leads to 100 pound weight loss
- Runtime
- 1:14
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Army Veteran Luis Delgado discusses how a referral to Whole Health changed his life.
To learn more visit: https://www.va.gov/wholehealth/
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- VA Careers - The VA Difference :30
- Runtime
- 0:31
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Find out how a clinical career at VA is different from the private sector. Visit https://www.VAcareers.va.gov to explore careers that are All About Veterans.
#AllAboutVeterans #WorkatVA #VACareers
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- VA Careers - The VA Difference :15
- Runtime
- 0:16
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- At VA, we are proud to be All About Veterans. Explore job openings at https://www.VAcareers.va.gov
#AllAboutVeterans #WorkatVA #VACareers
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- VA Careers - Professional Opportunities :30
- Runtime
- 0:31
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- At VA, there are a variety of career paths available to you. To learn more about a job that is All About Veterans, visit https://www.VAcareers.va.gov
#AllAboutVeterans #WorkatVA #VACareers
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- VA Careers - Professional Opportunities :15
- Runtime
- 0:16
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- No matter your professional background, there is a career path for you at VA. Visit https://www.VAcareers.va.gov to learn more.
#AllAboutVeterans #WorkatVA #VACareers
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- VA Careers - Mission-Driven Work :30
- Runtime
- 0:31
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Build your career while giving back to those who served our nation. Learn more at https://www.VAcareers.va.gov
#AllAboutVeterans #WorkatVA #VACareers
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- VA Careers - Mission-Driven Work :15
- Runtime
- 0:16
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- At VA, it’s not just a job, it’s a mission. Learn more at https://www.VAcareers.va.gov
#AllAboutVeterans #WorkatVA #VACareers
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- VA Careers - Hiring Process :30
- Runtime
- 0:31
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Ever wondered what the hiring process is like at VA? Watch to learn more and visit https://www.VAcareers.va.gov to explore jobs that are All About Veterans.
#AllAboutVeterans #WorkatVA #VACareers
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- VA Careers - Hiring Process :15
- Runtime
- 0:16
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Learn more about the VA hiring process. Explore careers that are All About Veterans at https://www.VAcareers.va.gov
#AllAboutVeterans #WorkatVA #VACareers
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- VA Careers - Cutting-Edge Technology :30
- Runtime
- 0:31
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Learn how VA uses technology to streamline patient care. Explore career opportunities at https://www.VAcareers.va.gov
#AllAboutVeterans #WorkatVA #VACareers
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- VA Careers - Cutting-Edge Technology :15
- Runtime
- 0:16
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- At VA, we use innovation to shape how we deliver care. Be a part of the mission at https://www.VAcareers.va.gov
#AllAboutVeterans #WorkatVA #VACareers
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- Glad You Asked: Helping Homeless Veterans Starts With One Simple Step
- Runtime
- 1:28
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- In episode 5, Deputy Secretary of Veterans Affairs, the Honorable Paul R. Lawrence, Ph.D., walks viewers through exactly what to do when you see someone on the street holding a sign asking for help. Next time you see that sign, call VA’s National Call Center for Homeless Veterans at 877-424-3838.
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- VA NEWS | Immersive VR Memorials, Celebrating Vietnam Veterans, and a 109-Year-Old Golfer's Comeback
- Runtime
- 2:49
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Join US Army Veteran Jennifer Hunt and Purple Heart recipient on VA News as we bring DC memorials to Veterans around the country with the Honor Everywhere Virtual Reality Program, honor Vietnam Veterans 50 years later, and showcase Navy Veteran Donald Johnson, a 109-year-old golfer, getting back on the links with support from VA's recreational therapy program.
For more information, visit HonorEverywhere.com and VeteransGolfClinic.org. Thanks for watching, and thank you for your service! #VANews #Veterans #VirtualReality #VietnamVeterans #Golf
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- 2025 National Veterans Golden Age Games - Day 3 Highlights
- Runtime
- 0:56
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- We’re seeing Veterans come together at the #GoldenAgeGames 🤝, in ways that go far beyond competition. 💙💪 It’s more than just fitness, it’s about finding strength in each other and celebrating every step of the journey. 🎉 Together, we #FeelTheVictory! 🏅
#LetsGlow #Sports4Vets #FitnessForLife
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- 2025 National Veterans Golden Age Games - Day 2 Highlights
- Runtime
- 1:07
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Day two at the #GoldenAgeGames is all about Veterans showing their strength, resilience, and dedication to staying active. 💪🏅 Every event brings fierce competition and big wins for fitness and wellness at every age. Let’s keep the momentum going! 🔥
#FitnessForLife #LetsGlow
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- 2025 National Veterans Golden Age Games - Opening Ceremonies
- Runtime
- 0:49
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- The 2025 National Veterans #GoldenAgeGames Parade of Athletes was nothing short of breathtaking. The energy in the room was enough to light up the whole City of Memphis, with a mix of pride, anticipation and unshakable determination. These #Veteran athletes 55 and over are here to win, and we are here for it!
Let the #GoldenAgeGames begin! @sports4vets #Sports4vets
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- 2025 National Veterans Golden Age Games - Day 1 Highlights
- Runtime
- 1:02
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Day 1 set the tone for the #GoldenAgeGames. Veterans have been training all year for this!
From the Health & Wellness Fair to powerful moments of camaraderie, today proved that strength and support go hand in hand.
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- Glad You Asked: Veterans Benefits Banking Program - A Simple Step to Secure Your Benefits Safely
- Runtime
- 2:04
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- In episode 4, Deputy Secretary of Veterans Affairs, the Honorable Paul R. Lawrence, Ph.D., breaks down the Veterans Benefits Banking Program – what it is, how to apply, and who’s eligible. For more information, call 800-827-1000.
- Title
- National Memorial Day Observance - May 26, 2025
- Runtime
- 1:37:11
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Live from the Memorial Amphitheater, Arlington National Cemetery.
Monday, May 26, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
- Title
- Memorial Day 2025
- Runtime
- 0:49
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Memorial Day is a day of remembrance. We remember those no longer with us, and we remember what they fought for. We remember the sacrifices they made while serving. Forever and always, we honor their legacy.
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- Virtual Care for Lung Health
- Runtime
- 3:32
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Lung health is important to a Veteran’s overall well-being. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provides a variety of virtual care tools designed to help Veterans protect their lung health and address common risks such as smoking, occupational hazards, and environmental factors. In this video, you’ll discover helpful apps and online resources that empower Veterans to manage pulmonary conditions and strengthen their respiratory health.
All VA apps are available for free on the VA app store. To learn more or access these apps, visit https://mobile.va.gov/appstore. For more information on VA telehealth options, visit https://telehealth.va.gov.
▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Contents of This Video ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬
0:00 – Introduction
0:25 – VA app store overview
0:36 – Stay Quit Coach app
0:52 – SmokefreeVET text messaging program
1:11– Annie for Veterans
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- Hidden Sources of Sugar and Salt
- Runtime
- 4:06
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Explores the hidden sources of sugar and salt in everyday foods and beverages, helping you make smarter, healthier choices for your well-being.
To learn more visit: https://www.healthquality.va.gov/guidelines/cd/obesity/
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- Glad You Asked: Can I be buried in a VA cemetery?
- Runtime
- 2:03
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- In this episode, Deputy Secretary of Veterans Affairs, the Honorable Paul R. Lawrence, Ph.D., is exploring a question that matters to Veterans and their families: Who’s eligible to be buried in a VA national cemetery and how can you find out in advance?
Apply today to see if you’re eligible for burial in a VA cemetery: https://www.va.gov/burials-memorials/pre-need-eligibility/
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- VA NEWS | Personalized VA Support, Memorial Day Tributes, and 48-Hour Pharmacy
- Runtime
- 2:51
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- This week's VA News focuses on your prescriptions from VA's mobile app to your mailbox, 1-on-1 assistance from VA, and honoring Memorial Day with National Partners.
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- Introduction to the Veterans Wellness Path app
- Runtime
- 5:48
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Veterans Wellness Path is a free and publicly available mobile app designed to support American Indian and Alaska Native Veterans. It was created by the National Center for PTSD, Department of Veterans Affairs, and supports the transition from military service to home, and encourages balance and connection with self, family, community, and environment. Through the app, Native Veterans can complete daily check-ins, browse tips for strengthening relationships, and try exercises to heal the body, mind, emotions, and spirit.
This app is not a replacement for treatment with a healthcare professional, but it can be used by people who are in treatment as well as those who are not.
Download Veterans Wellness Path - Mobile App (iOS/Android):
https://mobile.va.gov/app/veterans-wellness-path
#mhealth #mentalhealth #nativeveterans #nativeamerican #alaskanative
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- Veterans Wellness Path in 60 Seconds
- Runtime
- 1:01
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Veterans Wellness Path is a free and publicly available mobile app designed to support American Indian and Alaska Native Veterans. It was created by the National Center for PTSD, Department of Veterans Affairs, and supports the transition from military service to home, and encourages balance and connection with self, family, community, and environment. Through the app, Native Veterans can complete daily check-ins, browse tips for strengthening relationships, and try exercises to heal the body, mind, emotions, and spirit.
This app is not a replacement for treatment with a healthcare professional, but it can be used by people who are in treatment as well as those who are not.
Download Veterans Wellness Path - Mobile App (iOS/Android):
https://mobile.va.gov/app/veterans-wellness-path
#mhealth #mentalhealth #nativeveterans #nativeamerican #alaskanative
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- Breast Cancer Screening for Women Veterans
- Runtime
- 3:13
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- VA offers screening mammograms to women Veterans, helping detect breast cancer early—when it's most treatable. Mammograms are available on-site at more than 70 VA medical centers across the country. If you receive care at a facility without on-site services, VA will connect you with a nearby community provider.
Have mobility challenges or difficulty standing? VA uses state-of-the-art, accessible equipment to ensure every woman Veteran can get the screenings she needs.
The SERVICE Act also expands eligibility—if you deployed to certain locations during specific time frames, you may qualify for a breast cancer risk evaluation and mammogram when clinically appropriate.
To learn more, watch this video or call the Women Veterans Call Center at 1-855-VA-WOMEN (1-855-829-6636).
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- Care Coordination and Integrated Case Management (CCICM) at VA Veteran Stories: Roger Freed
- Runtime
- 9:25
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Meet Roger, a Veteran. This is his VA story. the CCICM program was able to help him navigate a complicated system and provide him with services he didn't even know existed. They helped him get much needed medical equipment, in-home health care, and transportation. Additionally, they make sure he stays on track with his recovery and offer support with his treatment that he otherwise wouldn't have had. More information about the CCICM program can be found at https://news.va.gov/117472/new-va-practice-simplifies-care-for-veterans/
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- Care Coordination and Integrated Case Management (CCICM) at VA Veteran Stories: Mark Massengill
- Runtime
- 6:33
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Meet Mark, a Veteran. This is his VA story. the CCICM program was able to get him the help he needed. They helped him get housed, stay housed, and offer support with his treatment that he otherwise wouldn't have had. More information about the CCICM program can be found at https://news.va.gov/117472/new-va-practice-simplifies-care-for-veterans/
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- Glad You Asked: Higher Level Review
- Runtime
- 2:03
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- In this episode, Deputy Secretary, the Honorable Paul R. Lawrence, Ph.D., breaks down higher-level review. If you believe VA made a mistake deciding your claim, a second, more experienced VA reviewer will take a fresh look.
Although both an appeal and a higher-level review (HLR) stem from a request from a claimant asking VA to review a prior decision, they are different in that a HLR is a claim reviewed by a senior level adjudicator at the Veterans Benefits Administration and an appeal is under the jurisdiction of the Board of Veterans' Appeals and reviewed by a Veterans Law Judge.
To learn more, go to https://www.va.gov/decision-reviews/higher-level-review/.
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- Post-9/11 M2VA Transition Program - A Veteran's Experience
- Runtime
- 2:39
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- U.S. Army Veteran Daniel Pepin shares his experience about transitioning from military to civilian life. Specifically, Daniel talks about the benefits of utilizing the Department of Veterans Affairs' Post 9/11 Military To Veteran Affairs (M2VA) transition program. Hear how the M2VA program positively affected many facets of his life during and after his transition from service.
For more information via the VA website, use the following URL: www.va.gov/POST911VETERANS
(#Post9/11, #VeteransAffairs, #Veterans)
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- Glad You Asked: How to Get Started with Your Benefits
- Runtime
- 2:23
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- In the first episode, Deputy Secretary of Veterans Affairs, the Honorable Paul R. Lawrence, Ph.D., explains how to apply for VA benefits—especially for those who served many years or even decades ago. He walks viewers through exactly how to get started today.
For more information, please visit: https://www.va.gov
#VeteranBenefits #VeteranAffairs #VAHealthcare
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- Women Representation in Health Research
- Runtime
- 1:08
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- VA’s Million Veteran Program (MVP) is making health discoveries in areas that matter to Veterans—including mental health, PTSD, and more. Learn why representation of women in mental health research is a priority for Veterans like Cassandra B. Visit https://www.mvp.va.gov or call 866-441-6075 to learn more and join today.
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- Veterans Supporting Veterans
- Runtime
- 0:53
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- VA’s Million Veteran Program (MVP) is making health discoveries in areas that matter to Veterans—including mental health, PTSD, and more. By joining MVP, Veterans like Bryan B. are supporting other Veterans by helping researchers better understand mental health conditions. Visit https://www.mvp.va.gov or call 866-441-6075 to learn more and join today.
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- The Power of MVP's Research
- Runtime
- 1:16
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- VA’s Million Veteran Program (MVP) is making health discoveries in areas that matter to Veterans—including mental health, PTSD, and more. Find out how MVP, VA's largest research effort, is paving the way for improved Veteran health care and mental health research thanks to 1,000,000+ Veteran participants. Visit https://www.mvp.va.gov or call 866-441-6075 to learn more and join today.
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- Reducing Mental Health Stigma
- Runtime
- 1:10
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- VA’s Million Veteran Program (MVP) is making health discoveries in areas that matter to Veterans—including mental health, PTSD, and more. Learn why MVP's research is important for helping to reduce stigma around seeking mental health care. Visit https://www.mvp.va.gov or call 866-441-6075 to learn more and join today.
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- Mental Health Research is Helping to Personalize Treatment for Veterans
- Runtime
- 1:01
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- VA’s Million Veteran Program (MVP) is making health discoveries in areas that matter to Veterans—including mental health, PTSD, and more. Learn how MVP's research is helping to pave the way for a future of personalized mental health care for all Veterans. Visit https://www.mvp.va.gov or call 866-441-6075 to learn more and join today.
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- Helping Veterans Beyond Research
- Runtime
- 1:08
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- VA’s Million Veteran Program (MVP) is making health discoveries in areas that matter to Veterans—including mental health, PTSD, and more. Learn why MVP's research is helping to change lives and the future of Veteran mental health care. Visit https://www.mvp.va.gov or call 866-441-6075 to learn more and join today.
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- A Proud Road to Recovery Thanks to VA
- Runtime
- 1:15
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- VA’s Million Veteran Program (MVP) is making health discoveries in areas that matter to Veterans—including mental health, PTSD, and more. Learn why Veterans like Cassandra B. are choosing to join MVP to help advance mental health research for everyone. Visit https://www.mvp.va.gov or call 866-441-6075 to learn more and join today.
