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Spring is a great time to start a garden. Gardening can boost mood, reduce stress, and produce fresh veggies at home. Start small with plants you enjoy. Talk with your VA dietitian for tips. #VANutrition nutrition.va.gov/NUTRITION/Sust…

Suicide warning signs often appear gradually. When you know the signs, you don’t have to guess. You can check in. You can act. VeteransCrisisLine.net/SignsOfCrisis.

SAAPM and VA’s Year-Round Support April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month—an important time to highlight that VA provides free services year-round for Veterans and other former service members who experienced military sexual trauma (MST). VA offers individualized MST-related services so every survivor can find the treatment path that best supports them, no matter where they are in their healing journey or how long ago the MST occurred. Call the MST Coordinator at your local VA facility or visit MentalHealth.va.gov/MST for more information on how VA can help.

Racing, community, and supporting our Veterans! VA Long Beach is on-site at the Long Beach Grand Prix—come say hello and learn more about how we serve those who served.

April is for new beginnings. Why not start fresh with VA Whole Health? Spring into action and fill out your Personal Health Inventory to get started on your journey toward a happier, healthier you. va.gov/WHOLEHEALTH/ph… In the comments, share your spring goals!

VA recently deployed the new Federal Electronic Health Record system at four hospitals in Michigan. This is the first wave of 13 planned deployments in 2026 under VA’s accelerated schedule, which is aimed at fulfilling the promise of a more connected, efficient and patient-centered experience across all VA facilities. news.va.gov/press-room/va-…

VA Long Beach Healthcare System is proud to recognize Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) Awareness Day. At VA, our integrated approach sets us apart. Because our mental health providers and specialty care teams work under the same umbrella, collaboration and communication happen seamlessly. This gives Veterans a level of coordinated care that can be harder to achieve in private practice — and for complex conditions like FND, that coordination makes a real difference. The result: more connected care, quicker insights, and better outcomes for the Veterans we serve.

If you are a Veteran looking for work, Vet Resources can help. Hiring Veterans regularly highlights job openings from employers across the country looking to hire Veterans. Many listings close quickly, so visit news.va.gov today and search hiring Veterans. Veterans bring skill, discipline, leadership, and problem solving that make organizations stronger. Our adaptability, perspective, and work ethic help drive innovation and strength in workplace culture.

Today we celebrate Radiologic and Imaging Nurses Day and honor the dedicated nurses who guide our Veterans through diagnostic and imaging procedures with expertise, compassion, and calm. At VA Long Beach Healthcare System, our Radiologic and Imaging Nurses play a vital role in ensuring safe, seamless, and patient‑centered care every day. Thank you for the skill, care, and heart you bring to our Veterans and our mission!

National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day allows Veterans to dispose of prescription drugs safely, conveniently, and responsibly. Saturday, April 25, 2026 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Collection Locations: Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center 5901 E 7th St. Long Beach, CA 90822 Lobby of Buildings 126 and 164 For more information, call 1-800-882-9539.

#Veterans have reached out to the #VeteransCrisisLine millions of times for support. You can too. Dial 988 then Press 1, chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat, or text 838255.

Today is National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day We honor the more than half a million American service members who were captured and held as prisoners of war, as well as the nearly 93,000 who never returned. Their courage, resilience, and honorable service will never be forgotten. #NeverForgotten #POWRecognitionDay #VeteransHonor

Military Sexual Trauma Can Impact Anyone People of all ages, races, sexes, and sexual orientations have experienced military sexual trauma (MST). VA is here to support survivors’ healing, no matter when the MST occurred. Because every person heals at their own pace and in their own way, VA offers free, individualized MST-related services year-round for Veterans and other former service members. Learn more about MST, including its impact, and how VA can help.

Mocktails are a refreshing alcohol-free choice that supports hydration, may improve sleep, and add nutrients to your day. For more ideas, contact your VA dietitian. #VANutrition nutrition.va.gov/NUTRITION/Reci…

#WholeHealthMonth is a time to celebrate what matters to you, not what is the matter with you. See how Whole Health is helping Veterans: youtu.be/OW_NJ5KKF4w?si…. What matters in your life?

The Healing Touch Drop-In Clinic moved to a new location in Building 126 near the front entrance. Got Stress? Got Pain? Give Healing Touch a Try! Join us on 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Thursdays from 11:00 a.m. to noon for a relaxing 15-minute treatment. Last treatment starts at 11:45

VA is offering $112 million in grants to support community-based suicide prevention efforts. Funding is available to organizations that provide outreach, services, and support to Veterans in their communities. Eligible organizations can apply to help strengthen local suicide prevention programs and reach Veterans where they live. To learn more or apply, visit VA.gov #Veterans #VA

As we celebrate, let’s pause to recognize how public health has enriched our daily lives — protecting our families, extending life expectancy, and strengthening our communities. This week also gives us an opportunity to honor the public health professionals who support us every day and to champion the best practices that help ensure good health for our Veterans!

More than 100,000 new Veterans have enrolled in VA health care so far in 2026 – faster than six of the last seven years. news.va.gov/press-room/fol…

Military sexual trauma (MST) can affect anyone. VA is here to meet MST survivors where they are in their healing. During Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month and beyond, find free resources and support, visit MentalHealth.va.gov/MST