Eastern Oklahoma VA Health Care System

04/22/2026

VA’s Million Veteran Program helps researchers study how genes affect health, leading to discoveries that can save lives and improve care. MVP research focuses on areas such as mental health, cancer, tinnitus, and military exposures—and you can help. Join today at http://www.mvp.va.gov?utm_source=facebook&utm_content=share_story&utm_campaign=editorial_apr2026&utm_term=April2026 or call 866-441-6075.

04/21/2026

Menopause is a natural part of aging when you do not have a period for 12 months in a row.
Symptoms range from none to severe, and VA has services for the full range of menopause experiences.

Learn more: https://www.spreaker.com/user/11014928/forreview-womenshealth-menopause-gibson-

04/21/2026

Access mental health care that fits your lifestyle.

Speak with your VA provider or visit Mentalhealth.va.gov/get-help/access-care.asp to learn more about your care options.

04/20/2026

VA Health Connect is a non-emergency medical service that allows you to speak with a nurse to determine the right course of action.
https://www.va.gov/initiatives/va-health-connect/
Phone: 1-800-698-2411
This important service is available 24/7 nationwide and Veterans enrolled in VA Healthcare automatically have access. This matters because VA Health Connect can address a wide range of health concerns over the phone and prevent an unnecessary trip to urgent care or the emergency room. If you are experiencing symptoms and concerned about your health, call VA Health Connect today. It’s always better to check in than to wait. No question is too small. To learn more, visit VA Health Connect website, using the link provided in the description. As always, during a medical emergency, immediately call 911.

With VA Health Connect, you can access health care 24/7 from wherever you are. Talk with a nurse about your symptoms, virtually meet with a medical or tele-emergency care provider if needed, and manage your medications and appointments.

04/16/2026

Celebrating Our Top Blood Donors at Jack C. Montgomery VA!

CDCE Specialist Zereta Travis, in partnership with Heather Houser from the Oklahoma Blood Institute, proudly recognized the top blood donors at Jack C. Montgomery VA Medical Center. Zereta presented certificates to these outstanding donors, expressing our heartfelt appreciation for their dedication. Their selfless donations directly impact the lives of Veterans in need—thank you for your generosity and continued support!

We are honored to recognize our top 10 donors and extend a special thank you for your commitment to giving back. If you are looking for a meaningful way to support our Veterans, please consider donating blood. Every donation truly makes a difference.

Thank you to everyone who continues to support our Veteran community!

Consider donating during our next blood drive.

Jack C. Montgomery VA Medical Center
Tuesday, April 21st
8:30 am - 3:30 pm
1011 Honor Heights Drive
Join us on the Bloodmobile
Muskogee, OK 74401

04/16/2026

Su***de 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.

04/15/2026

The Eastern Oklahoma VA Healthcare System (EOVAHCS) is celebrating one of its own this month, as clinical pharmacist Christina Phillips, PharmD, has been named a winner in the national VA Stewardship Strong Competition.

“Having these services managed by our in-house VA team means Veterans receive the highest quality, most personalized care possible, and we’re able to reinvest our savings directly back into Veteran services,” said Dr. Brian Jones, Chief of Pharmacy at EOVAHCS. “Christina’s innovative vision has set a new standard for stewardship and excellence.”

Read the full story on the EOVAHCS website: https://www.va.gov/eastern-oklahoma-health-care/stories/eovahcs-clinical-pharmacist-wins-va-stewardship-strong-competition

04/15/2026

VA Adaptive Sports and Arts

VA’s Office of National Veterans Sports Programs and Special Events provides Veterans with opportunities for health and healing through adaptive sports and therapeutic art programs. These specialized rehabilitation events aim to optimize Veterans’ independence, community engagement, well-being, and quality of life.

The programs are built on clinical expertise within VA, with essential support from Veteran Service Organizations, corporate sponsors, individual donors and community partners.

Donations to offset travel expenses can be made by going to cdceportal.va.gov/donate_online/

04/14/2026

Women deserve to feel comfortable and safe when getting health care.
VA is committed to making every facility a place where you feel welcome, respected, and safe.
https://www.womenshealth.va.gov/building-a-culture-of-respect.asp

04/14/2026

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.

https://news.va.gov/press-room/va-health-record-system-back-on-track-with-michigan-deployments/

04/13/2026

Serving out heroes is a tradition unlike any other. This weekend, as we go live with our new health record system at our first four facilities, we are honoring that tradition. By modernizing our records we are ensuring the care we provide is as legendary as the Veterans we serve.