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All veterans share a common journey. They wanted to serve their country.  To stand for something bigger than themselves.  To protect the things they love.  Although veterans were ready to  face any mission, help those in need, and make a difference…For …
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Health professionals have long known the promise of electronic health records. For more than two decades, the Department of Defense (DoD) and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) have been working together to apply the benefits of this fast evolving …
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Naval Hospital Jacksonville celebrates Aug. 1- 7 as well as showcases their World Health Organization/United Nations Children’s Fund Baby Friendly Certification. Breastfeeding benefits babies and moms and is considered by many to be a miracle food with advantages that cannot …
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The Joining Forces campaign has been challenging civilian institutions and organizations to prepare students to deal with the long term health concerns of veterans.  The Joining Forces initiative is helping to bridge the gap between military and civilian medical experts, …
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This video provides guidance for how to apply for veterans health benefits online, paying special attention to the most complicated aspects of the online application form. Are you being discharged or released from the military?  Are you a veteran of …
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