 
- 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.
- Relationship Based Care
Relationship Based Care is taking over the Cincinnati VA Medical Center by storm! This national initiative is focused on relationships with ourselves, our colleagues and most importantly our patients and families to help improve our patient care processes and outcome measures.
- Memorial Highway Commemoration
Tammy Moore, Private First Class Brandon T. Pickering’s mother, unveiled a sign commemorating her son who died as a result of wounds he suffered when enemy forces attacked his unit.
- Can you name the Presidents who were Veterans?
Of our 44 U.S. Presidents, 24 served in the military. The core values of decision-making and inspiring leadership are valuable in both military and civilian service.
- Valentine Concerts for Veterans
Every year at Valentines, VA throws a week long party for our hospitalized Veterans.
Popular singers will entertain the Veterans and their families at free concerts.
- Encouraging Vets with physical disabilities to try sports
Michael Johnston, a Navy Veteran who lost his left leg, is featured in a new video that encourages disabled Veterans to try sports to “redefine their mission.”
- Top Ten VA Health Stories of 2012
Veterans and their families found these the ten most popular articles of 2012 which appeared on the VHA Health home page. Here’s information on VA health benefits, Vet Centers and more.
- A Century of African-American History
February is African American History Month. Very few African Americans have witnessed as much of their history as Veteran Alyce Dixon. She is 105 and has seen a century of change.
- How to Have a Healthy Heart
Do you know the risk factors you can control to help prevent heart disease? They include diet, activity, cholesterol, blood pressure, and blood sugar.
- Shorter Hospital Stays Are Better for Patients, VA Finds
A shorter stay in the hospital can actually be more beneficial to you than a longer stay, according to a recent VA study.
- Having Trouble Shopping or Being in Public Places?
The Mental Health of America’s Veterans is one of VA’s top priorities. The AboutFace program features candid talk from Veterans with PTSD. Listen to the people who have been there.
- VA Responding to Flu Outbreak to Protect Veterans
As America endures a flu epidemic, the Veterans Health Administration is responding to the outbreak to protect the health of all Veterans and staff in the VA health system.
- Tests to Help Prevent or Detect Cervical Cancer
VA encourages all women Veterans to have regular screening tests which can help to prevent cervical cancer or detect it early. Almost all women are at risk for cervical cancer.
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