
- E-Donate Is Simple, Speedy, Safe
The new E-Donate service allows community members who wish to give back to Veterans a quick, safe way to pledge their support online.
- High Flight of a World War II Legend
Maj. Thomas C. Griffin, a World War II American hero, passed away on February 26 at the Cincinnati Veterans Affairs Medical Center’s Community Living Center in Ft. Thomas, Kentucky.
- VHA Clinical Excellence Award given to CVAMC doctor
VHA Clinical Excellence Award given to CVAMC doctor.
- Improving COPD for Veterans
1st graduating class of the COPD mini-residency course.
- CVAMC, VFW Host Welcome Luncheon for Academic Partners
The Cincinnati VA Medical Center and the Veterans of Foreign Wars, hosted a luncheon to launch the Veteran Integration to Academic Leadership Initiative (VITAL Initiative) on Sept. 28 at the Kingsgate Marriott.
- The 2011 Outstanding Canteen of the Year Celebration
The 2011 Outstanding Canteen of the Year Celebration took place on Thursday, Sept. 27, in the CVAMC auditorium. The Cincinnati Patriot Service presented Certificates of Appreciation to the CVAMC service chiefs, Special Contribution and Dedicated to the Canteen Awards. The CPS won the award in 2009, 2010 and 2011.
- CVAMC Service on Patriots Day: Remembering Victims of 9-11
Ms. Linda Smith, CVAMC Director, reads the Presidential Proclamation during the Patriots Day ceremony in the chapel here Sept. 11. The program included scripture readings and patriotic songs led by Chaplain Lisa Bohannon. The Northwest High School's Jr. Navy ROTC honor guard posted the colors.
- IR Coordinator receives her commission
Col. Iva Griggs, Specialty Clinics Nurse Manager, gives Shirley May, Interventional Radiology Coordinator, the oath of office in a commissioning ceremony held in the Cath Lab Aug. 22.
- Naval War College president visits CVAMC
Rear Admiral John Christenson, President of the U.S. Naval War College, visits CVAMC.
- EKG Technician receives 50 Years of Service Award
Isaac Jackson, EKG/Echo Medical Technician, received the 50 Years of Service Award August 6 during the service award ceremony held at the Cincinnati Veterans Affairs Medical Center auditorium.

- Find Out if You Are Eligible for VA Health Benefits
The mission of the VA is to serve Veterans with the highest-quality health care available anywhere in the world. Here is an introduction to benefits and links to find out more and how to apply.
- Blind Doc at VA Sees Patients Differently
Dr. Tim Cordes, a psychiatrist at the William S. Middleton VA Hospital in Madison, Wis., has a unique way of seeing patients: he doesn’t see them at all. He’s legally blind.
- Online Veterans Health Library
A new tool to help Veterans take charge of their health: the Veterans Health Library. Find information on diseases, conditions, and medications. It’s where to go for reliable health information.
- Help Raise PTSD Awareness
During PTSD Awareness Month, join VA in promoting public awareness and understanding of PTSD. We invite you to "Take the Step" and help the men and women who have experienced PTSD.
- Let the (Golden Age) Games Begin!
Hundreds of senior Veterans are off to Buffalo to participate in VA’s Golden Age Games, a showcase for the value that wellness and fitness provide in the lives of older Americans.
- Surviving a Stroke
An Army Veteran suffers a stroke and puts the Houston VA Medical Center Stroke Team into action, a team which recently earned a Gold Seal from the Joint Commission.
- Memorial Day - When America Remembers
Memorial Day — a time for the nation to pause and remember the service of deceased Veterans and military members who died on active duty, a time when Americans honor the fallen.
- VA Launches Hotline for Women Veterans
The Department of Veterans Affairs has a new hotline to respond to questions from Veterans, their families and caregivers about the many VA services and resources available to women Veterans.
- VA Medical Centers Named for Presidents
Can you name the three VA medical centers named for United States presidents? Here’s a story on the Franklin Delano Roosevelt campus of the Hudson Valley Healthcare System in Montrose, New York.
- Research Today Means Healthier Tomorrow
May 13-17 is National VA Research Week with the theme “VA Research Inspires.” VA Research has been part of advances in treating heart disease, diabetes, spinal cord injury and mental health disorders.
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