Spokane VA Medical Center

03/12/2026

Busy days don’t have to mean low energy. Fuel your morning with a balanced breakfast.

Try these two easy recipes from VA dietitians: https://www.myhealth.va.gov/mhv-portal-web/web/myhealthevet/ss20230301-breakfast-for-busy-mornings

03/12/2026

A balanced diet is essential for feeling your best and maintaining good health.

Explore VA’s free tools to help you improve your nutrition: https://veteranshealthlibrary.va.gov/HealthyLiving/EatWisely/

03/12/2026

If you see signs of crisis and aren’t sure what to do next, the Veterans Crisis Line can help and get you connected to local support: Dial 988 then Press 1, chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat, or text 838255.

03/11/2026

03/10/2026

When Mary transitioned out of the U.S. Army, she felt as if she had lost her identity and became depressed.

Watch her describe how mental health support, including cognitive behavioral therapy, taught her to manage her symptoms and helped her live well.

Follow Make the Connection for more inspiring Veteran stories.

https://www.maketheconnection.net/stories/952

03/10/2026

VA S.A.V.E. Training teaches you how to recognize warning signs of Veteran su***de and respond before a situation becomes critical.

Take the free online training online now: learn.psycharmor.org/courses/va-save.

03/09/2026

“After treatment, it’s just been great. Nobody else outside of the VA system really knew what to do with combat Veterans and PTSD and all of this stuff, so I’m glad that I did it.”
— Bruno, a U.S. Marine Corps Veteran

During a deployment to Baghdad, Bruno was involved in a tragic accident. His experience led him on a journey in search of forgiveness, grace, and a path forward.

Follow Make the Connection for more inspiring Veteran stories.

https://www.maketheconnection.net/stories/898/

03/09/2026

03/09/2026

When financial problems affected these Veterans' lives, they reached out for support through VA. Hear how counseling and other mental health resources helped them.

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https://www.maketheconnection.net/stories/636/

03/06/2026

If you need help understanding your VA medications, the Ask a Pharmacist app can be a helpful resource. It can walk you through dosage instructions, explain side effects, and help you find a nearby VA pharmacy. https://mobile.va.gov/app/ask-a-pharmacist

03/05/2026

Practice mindfulness and stay centered with the ACT Coach app. It offers tools and tracking to help you work through difficult feelings between therapy sessions. https://mobile.va.gov/app/act-coach