VA North Texas Health Care System

12/08/2025

Get your FREE flu shot at the Fort Worth VA Clinic on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. No appointment needed!

📍Location: 2201 SE Loop 820, Fort Worth, TX 76119
Free flu shots for Veterans. Walk-ins welcome!

Protect yourself and your fellow Veterans this flu season!

12/08/2025

Cook all your meals in one pot to save time and clean up. Join the VA Healthy Teaching Kitchen classes to learn more ways to cook stress-free.
https://www.nutrition.va.gov/NUTRITION/Healthy_Teaching_Kitchen.asp

12/08/2025

12/08/2025

Mark Twain said that “Kindness is a language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see.” Kindness makes a difference in our daily lives. Practice today!

12/07/2025

Gregory Jackson, a U.S. Air Force Veteran, served for three years, one month and 21 days as a duplicating machine specialist—better known as a printer. Reflecting on his time in service, he appreciated the structure of his role, which didn’t require rigorous exercises or weapons training. For the past eight years, Jackson has received care at the Dallas VA Medical Center, where he describes the staff as "like family." His message to fellow Veterans is simple: “Just keep coming back.”

12/06/2025

The COMPACT Act guarantees that all Veterans have access to emergency su***de care regardless of their enrollment status. Veterans can visit any emergency room for immediate assistance. Find out more: https://www.va.gov/cincinnati-health-care/stories/what-does-compact-act-mean-for-veterans/

12/05/2025

Dr. Aretha Cloud, a pharmacist at the Dallas VA Medical Center, has dedicated 23 years to serving fellow Veterans. A retired U.S. Air Force service member, she takes pride in her work at the Community Living Center (CLC), where she continues her commitment to those who have served. "Thank you for your service—I’m here to serve you," Cloud said, emphasizing her dedication to Veterans' healthcare.

12/04/2025

Plan Today, Honor Forever. Whether choosing a VA national cemetery or a private cemetery, VA burial and memorial benefits are available to Veterans.
Learn more about these benefits and eligibility: https://www.cem.va.gov/veterans-and-families

12/04/2025

Why cook three nights in a row when you can cook once and get 3 meals out of it? Throw some chicken in your pressure cooker to top your baked potatoes, salads, and tacos! Talk with your VA dietitian for more healthy cooking ideas.

https://www.nutrition.va.gov/NUTRITION/docs/Recipes/MainDishes/Pressure-Cooker-Braised-Chicken-Thighs-MAY2020.pdf #

12/03/2025

Small steps each day can prevent big complications later. Check your feet daily for redness, cuts, or sores. Wear moisture-wicking socks, avoid tight shoes, and always inspect shoes for small objects like pebbles.

Good foot care keeps you moving forward.

12/03/2025

Shonte Robinson, a phlebotomist at the Dallas VA Medical Center, has spent 14 years in her field, including eight at the VA. Passionate about her work, she takes pride in serving Veterans, a connection that runs deep within her own family. "I love working with Veterans because my family members are Veterans, and I just like hearing their stories," she said. Her message to those she serves is simple but heartfelt: "Thank you for your service."

12/02/2025

Veterans can access free emergency su***de care at any VA or non-VA ER. VA will cover the costs, even if you're not enrolled. Learn more about your options: https://www.va.gov/cincinnati-health-care/stories/what-does-compact-act-mean-for-veterans/