healthcare
Veterans: Get your flu shot now!
Veterans, you have many ways to get your flu shot and NOW is the time to get yours. Help yourself, your family, and your friends
September 13, 2019
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WWII veterans
America’s Oldest Living WWII Veteran Celebrates 110th Birthday at National WWII Museum
Born Sept. 12, 1909, Lawrence Brooks served in the 91st Engineer Battalion, a predominantly African American squad stationed in the Pacific. Views: 36
September 13, 2019
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burial
Do you know the families of any of these people? Hospital tries to reunite remains with family members
The state of Oregon has custody of the remains of about 3,500 people who died while in the care of the Oregon State Hospital or
September 13, 2019
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mental health
VA Portland tackles veteran suicides on a variety of fronts
In 2016, 122 Oregon veterans were among the approximately 6,000 who took their own lives nationwide. The rate of veteran suicide in Oregon is higher
September 12, 2019
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Veteran of the Year nominations open
The Veterans Commemoration Association of Albany seeks nominations for the 2019 Veteran of the Year. Views: 35
September 12, 2019
12:19 pm
Stargazing in a War Zone: Veterans on Natural Beauty in Dangerous Places
Veterans share the moments during deployments when natural beauty took their breath away, even if just for a moment. Views: 39
September 12, 2019
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Angel Pilato to share Vietnam War stories in Japan
Lake Oswego veteran invited to talk at Wing dinner at Misawa Air Base in Japan. Views: 34
September 12, 2019
1:00 am
Heroic military working dogs receive prestigious medals for courage
The bad guys and their improvised explosive devices couldn’t hide from Marine Sgt. Yeager, a Purple Heart veteran of three tours in Afghanistan. His specialty
September 11, 2019
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mental health
How can veterans cope with PTSD? Some are turning to beekeeping
Vince Ylitalo has battled PTSD after serving nearly 40 years in the military. He didn’t seem bothered by the bees swarming around his head. Views:
September 11, 2019
9:34 am
women veterans
Her Own Toy Story: How A 6-Year-Old Girl’s Letter Launched ‘Plastic Army Women’
A handwritten letter to BMC Toys sent by a 6-year-old girl from Arkansas wondering where the female toy solders are prompted soul-searching and eventually a
September 10, 2019
4:27 pm
Veterans Transition Survival Guide
Want to leave the military? Here’s everything you need to know. The Military Times step-by-step guide for veterans transitioning into the civilian world. Views: 40
September 10, 2019
1:46 pm
emergency assistance
Roseburg VA Health Care System to host Veterans Stand Down Sept. 25
ROSEBURG, Ore. – The Roseburg VA Medical Center is planning to host a free Veterans Stand Down at its Roseburg campus, Sept. 25, 2019. The
September 10, 2019
7:48 am