Local Features - VA Hudson Valley Health Care System

Stay Well and Well Informed – Update Your EMAIL

Mon, 17 Aug 2020 13:40:00 EDT

If COVID taught us anything, it is that keeping you informed is among the most important ways to keep you healthy by providing you with the latest information VA has to offer. Read the full story

A Successful COVID 19 Recovery

Tue, 28 Apr 2020 13:00:00 EDT

Staff at VA New York Harbor Healthcare System applauded a non-Veteran patient who was treated and recovered from COVID-19 at the Manhattan VAMC and discharged on Tuesday, April 21. Read the full story

VA Employees Deploy to Help Sister VAs

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 14:00:00 EDT

Over the last few weeks, several VA Western New York Healthcare System staff have deployed to New York City to assist VA Medical Centers hardest hit in New York and New Jersey in the fight against COVID 19. Read the full story

Home Telehealth = Convenience

Thu, 23 Jan 2020 12:45:00 EST

Home Telehealth provides care to Veterans who live in rural areas or are unable to leave their homes to receive VA health care. Hear one Veterans story on how Home Telehealth improved his quality of life. Read the full story

Suicide Prevention

Tue, 15 Jan 2019 15:00:00 EST

You don’t need to have special training to support the Veterans in your life in order to help them if they are going through a difficult time. Small actions can have a huge impact. Read the full story

Be There

Mon, 11 Sep 2017 13:00:00 EDT

We can all play a role in preventing suicide, but many people don't know what they can do to support the Veteran or Servicemember in their life who is going through a difficult time. Read the full story

VA police dog, handler help ensure Veteran safety

Thu, 28 Jan 2016 11:15:00 EST

Along one of the long concrete hallways in the VA hospital in Montrose, N.Y., three Veterans lean down to greet a friend. Licking and panting, the friend slobbers a kiss on each Vet -- and could not be happier to do so. Read the full story

VA, PGA combine to help Vets

Tue, 07 Jul 2015 14:30:00 EDT

When Jared Troise started battling alcoholism and the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder, he never expected one of the weapons he’d have to swing at them would be a 5 iron. Read the full story

State mental health leader visits VA Hudson Valley

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 13:30:00 EDT

The NY state leader for mental health issues visited VA Hudson Valley's Montrose campus June 3. She spent about one hour talking to the VA mental health staff and answering questions. Read the full story

Sports Icons Visit Vets at VA Hudson Valley

Mon, 11 May 2015 08:00:00 EDT

New York Giants Super Bowl-winning wide receiver took time to visit with Vets from the VA Hudson Valley Health Care System Saturday, May 11, at the Castle Point, New York, campus. Read the full story

NY VA clinic rehab invigorates Vets, staff

Tue, 27 Jan 2015 13:00:00 EDT

Duffy Violante climbs onto a an exercise cycle, looking at the newly expanded and remodeled physical rehab clinic at VA Hudson Valley Health Care System’s Castle Point campus. His first reaction was a simple one. Read the full story

Veteran shows work at National Vets Art Festival

Fri, 31 Oct 2014 12:50:00 EDT

Robert Gulley, a Veteran receiving care from VA Hudson Valley Health Care System, is showcasing his sculpture at the National Veterans Creative Arts Festival in Milwaukee, Wisc. Oct. 30-Nov. 2. Read the full story

Suicide awareness leads debut of podcast

Fri, 29 Aug 2014 10:00:00 EDT

Suicide prevention takes focus for debut of podcast by the VA Hudson Valley Health Care System available on iTunes and the Defense Video and imagery Distribution System as of Aug. 29. Read the full story

VA awards $2.5M in grants in Hudson Valley area

Tue, 12 Aug 2014 08:00:00 EDT

Secretary of Veterans Affairs Robert A. McDonald today announced the award of approximately $300 million in grants that will help approximately 115,000 homeless and at-risk Veterans and their families. Read the full story

Annual Volunteer Awards Event

Tue, 20 May 2014 09:00:00 EDT

In celebration of National Volunteer Week, VAHVHCS hosted its annual awards luncheon to recognize volunteer efforts. Volunteers received special service awards for attaining benchmarks during the previous fiscal year. Read the full story

Honoring Service by Providing for Those in Need

Thu, 24 Apr 2014 12:00:00 EDT

Made possible through grants and contributions, food pantries at Montrose and Castle Pt Campuses serve low income outpatients and their families. In 2013, they served 3,905 households. Read the full story

VAHVHCS Awarded Patriot Housing Initiative

Mon, 07 Apr 2014 07:00:00 EDT

As part of a national effort to end Veteran homelessness, the VA, HUD, 100,000 Homes Campaign, and Rapid Results Institute have tasked local communities to join forces in achieving this goal. Read the full story

Vietnam Veterans Inspire High School Students

Wed, 08 Jan 2014 07:00:00 EDT

Veterans worked with Creative Arts Therapists and inspired a group of Ossining H.S. students to create a video about the extraordinary art work produced by local Vietnam Veterans. Read the full story

2013 Air Force Assoc Employee of the Year Award

Tue, 23 Jul 2013 23:30:00 EDT

VA Hudson Valley Healthcare System (HVHCS) would like to congratulate Ms. Lauren Incontrera, our Women Veterans Program Manager, for being named the 2013 Air Force Association Employee of the Year Award! Read the full story

SmokefreeVET Text Messaging Program

Wed, 29 May 2013 14:00:00 EDT

Designed to provide 24/7 support, tips & encouragement, SmokefreeVET helps Veterans quit smoking. SmokefreeVET is a collaboration between VHA and the National Cancer Institute. Read the full story

National Nurses Week, May 6-12, 2013

Thu, 23 May 2013 08:00:00 EDT

National Nurses Week is celebrated from May 6, National Nurses Day, through May 12, the birthday of Florence Nightingale, founder of modern nursing. The 2013 theme is Delivering Quality and Innovation in Patient Care. Read the full story

Supported Employment Program Helps with Citizenship

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 00:00:00 EDT

NYS Veterans Nursing Home maintenance worker finally obtains U. S. citizenship through the Supported Employment Program. Read the full story

VA Hudson Valley Health Care System receives a new cargo van

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 00:00:00 EDT

Thank you to Heroes in Transition, Inc., for their support to the VA Hudson Valley Health Care System’s food pantry. Heroes in Transition, Inc. recently donated a cargo van to the food pantry program to help in the distribution of food donations to local Veterans and organizations. Read the full story

March is National Nutrition Month

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 11:00:00 EDT

The first National Nutrition Week campaign began in 1973. Since its inception, National Nutrition Week has been honored by American Dietetic Association (ADA) members as an opportunity to promote the profession as well as to deliver nutrition education to the public. Read the full story

A Notre Dame Surprise!

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 07:00:00 EDT

Thanks to a small act of kindness, Mr. Terralavoro received an autographed football and a Notre Dame game day program from Coach Kelly! Read the full story

VA Hudson Valley Celebrates Black History Month

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 08:00:00 EDT

Martin Robinson Delany (1812-1885) rose to become the highest-ranking African American officer in the Union Army during the American Civil War, achieving the rank of Major. Read the full story

MUST LOVE CHOCOLATE

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 07:00:00 EDT

Chocolate and its main ingredient, cocoa, appear to reduce risk factors for heart disease. Flavanols in cocoa beans have antioxidant effects that reduce cell damage implicated in heart disease. Read the full story

Women Vets: Take Heart

Fri, 01 Feb 2013 07:00:00 EDT

Heart disease is the leading cause of death of American women and Women Veterans. It can also lead to disability and significantly decrease one’s quality of life. Read the full story

How Acts of Violence May Affect Veterans

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 10:00:00 EDT

Research shows that people who have been through trauma, loss, or hardship in the past may be even more likely than others to be affected by new, potentially traumatic events. Read the full story

Eating Disorders Awareness

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 08:00:00 EDT

Eating disorders are real, treatable medical illnesses that cause serious disturbances to ones everyday diet, such as eating extremely small amounts of food or severely overeating. Severe distress or concern about body weight or shape may also characterize an eating disorder. Read the full story

Modern Care for Veterans

Tue, 08 Jan 2013 11:00:00 EDT

No longer will Veterans need to travel long distances for health care services only available at certain locations! VA HVHCS can bring care closer to you. Telehealth makes it possible for the VA to bring specialist care directly into the home and the local community. Read the full story

Folic Acid Awareness Week January 6-12

Fri, 04 Jan 2013 08:30:00 EDT

Folic acid should be a part of a healthy lifestyle every day of the week. You can start the New Year off right by taking a multivitamins with 400 mcg of the B-vitamin folic acid every day. Your body uses folic acid every day to stay healthy. Read the full story

GLAUCOMA: FACTS VERSUS MISCONCEPTIONS

Fri, 28 Dec 2012 13:00:00 EDT

Glaucoma is often a misunderstood disease, which affects the optic nerve. The optic nerve can be thought of as a cable that which relays messages from the retina in the eye to the brain, in order for a person to "see" Read the full story

Tips for Healthy Holiday

Fri, 07 Dec 2012 08:00:00 EDT

We are right in the middle of the holiday season and food is EVERYWHERE! Do not just let yourself go, give into temptations, and figure you will take the weight off as a New Year’s resolution. Read the full story

VA Hudson Valley Veteran earns first place arts award

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 08:00:00 EDT

VA Hudson Valley Health Care System (VA HVHCS) Veteran Claude Williams’ creations of Ceramic Archival book reproductions won first place in the 2012 National Creative Arts Festival Competition. Shown with Mr. Williams is Melissa Mazzio, a VA HVHCS Art Therapist. Read the full story

Thanksgiving Day

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 07:30:00 EDT

Thanksgiving is the first of many upcoming holidays that marks the slippery slope of holiday meals where food tastes oh-so-good and too much is consumed - and too little burned off. Read the full story

The Great American SMOKEOUT

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 09:00:00 EDT

The US Surgeon General has said, “Smoking cessation (stopping smoking) represents the single most important step that smokers can take to enhance the length and quality of their lives.” Read the full story

November is National Diabetes Month "Move it or Lose it"

Tue, 06 Nov 2012 08:00:00 EDT

The American Diabetes Association (ADA) reports that 23 million children and adults in the United Sates are living with diabetes (about 8%). Read the full story

CELEBRATING A HEALTHY HALLOWEEN

Mon, 22 Oct 2012 08:00:00 EDT

Halloween is a great day for fun with the kids, with parties and costumes. What can you put in your treat bags to limit the amount of candy? Read the full story

CELEBRATE FOOD DAY - OCTOBER 24

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 10:00:00 EDT

“It is time to stop ruining our health and polluting the planet with a food system that is unjust, unsustainable and not nearly as healthy as it should be” as quoted by CSPI. Read the full story

ORAL HEALTH - A VITAL PART OF OUR OVERALL HEALTH

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 10:00:00 EDT

Did you know that an infection in your mouth can possibly lead to a heart problem? Read the full story

Helping You Help Others

Thu, 04 Oct 2012 08:00:00 EDT

Although the rewards of care giving can be many, it is important to get the support for both you and your family. The VA is here to help. Read the full story

National Cholesterol Education Month

Sat, 01 Sep 2012 07:00:00 EDT

Research has shown that lowering LDL cholesterol reduces the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and peripheral artery disease. Read the full story

Quit Tobacco

Thu, 02 Aug 2012 13:00:00 EDT

Having a hard time quitting smoking or tobacco use since getting back home? Are you busy balancing returning to home, family, and work and trying to quit? Read the full story

National Farmers Market Week

Wed, 01 Aug 2012 08:00:00 EDT

August 5-11, 2012 - Farmers markets are an integral part of the urban/farm link and have continued to rise in popularity, mostly due to the growing consumer interest in obtaining fresh products directly from the farm. Read the full story

Vitamin D

Mon, 23 Jul 2012 13:30:00 EDT

It has been shown that there is decrease in fat production and storage of fat when there is an adequate amount of Vitamin D in the blood stream. Read the full story

July is Berry month

Thu, 05 Jul 2012 08:30:00 EDT

July is national blackberry, blueberry and raspberry month. Read the full story

Summer Time Food Safety

Mon, 04 Jun 2012 01:00:00 EDT

Food when out should not be left out for more than 2 hours or 1 hour if the outdoor temperature is 90 degrees or higher. Read the full story

Healthy Grilling

Fri, 25 May 2012 10:30:00 EDT

Summer time and your BBQ grill is in full use. But are all those hot dogs, hamburgers, steaks and otherwise heavily meat meals healthy. Read the full story

May Celebrations

Wed, 23 May 2012 13:00:00 EDT

Did you know that May is....... Read the full story

Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

Tue, 01 May 2012 08:00:00 EDT

Experiencing War, Asian Pacific Americans: Going for Broke Read the full story

Choosing Sunglasses

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 20:30:00 EDT

Routine visits to your eye doctor will help determine your specific UV protection needs and new advances in sunglass wear. Read the full story

Proper Footwear

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 10:00:00 EDT

Whether you are walking or running, you should always look for a running shoe which is going to offer you the most support and shock absorption. Read the full story

Medication Safety

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 09:00:00 EDT

Unbelievably, there are now 10,000 prescription medications and 300,000 over-the-counter medications on the market. These numbers of medications continue to grow. Read the full story

Laboratory's Mission

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 09:00:00 EDT

The Laboratory’s mission is to be a laboratory of the highest standard, staffed with conscientious and dedicated individuals utilizing state-of-the-art technology in order to provide accurate, timely and cost-effective laboratory data for the clinical management of our Veterans. Read the full story

Grains

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 08:00:00 EDT

Always check the ingredients list on the back of the food packages and make sure the word “whole” is present. Read the full story

Women and the Flag

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 09:30:00 EDT

Employee's weekend excursion brings to mind female Veterans Read the full story

St. Patrick's Day

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 11:00:00 EDT

Try one of these tips and enjoy St. Patrick’s Day the low sodium way. Read the full story

Eat a variety of Vegetables

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 11:00:00 EDT

Veterans, put a lot of color on your plate. Read the full story

March 1st National Nutrition Month!

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 10:00:00 EDT

"National Nutrition Week" became a month-long observance in 1980 in response to growing public interest in nutrition. Read the full story

Ground Hog Day

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:30:00 EDT

On February 2, Phil comes out of his burrow on Gobbler's Knob, Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, in front of thousands of followers from all over the world to predict the weather for the rest of winter. Read the full story

Heart Disease

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 11:00:00 EDT

Many women do not recognize heart disease as their leading health threat, and many women fail to make the connection between risk factors, such as high blood pressure and high cholesterol, and their personal risk of developing heart disease. Read the full story

Chinese New Year---The Year of the Dragon

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 07:00:00 EDT

Chinese New Year, it is known as "Spring Festival", the literal translation of Chinese name. It is one of the most important holidays celebrated by Chinese families around the world. Read the full story

Snow Expected: Be Prepared!

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 10:30:00 EDT

The first snow of season is expected this weekend with 2-4 inches in the Hudson Valley. Please use the following tips to prepare: Read the full story

Women's Healthy Weight Day

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 09:00:00 EDT

Stop passing on the legacy of on/off dieting. It is not empowering to our children and it is draining to their self esteem. End those fad diets which are impossible to sustain over any period of time. Read the full story

Helping You Help Others

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 11:30:00 EDT

Balancing care giving with work and family responsibilities can be overwhelming at times. It can lead to burn out, depression and other physical symptoms of stress. Read the full story

Coping with the Holidays

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 14:30:00 EDT

No matter what race, ethnicity, culture or religion one belongs to, the period between Thanksgiving and New Year has traditionally been called the “Holiday Season.” Read the full story

Get Checked

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 08:00:00 EDT

The earlier HIV is detected, the sooner a person can receive excellent care provided by VA and begin taking steps to remain healthy for many years and even decades. Read the full story

Clinical Video Telehealth

Fri, 02 Sep 2011 11:00:00 EDT

Clinical Video Telehealth (CVT) helps you access the best healthcare without having you make long trips to go see a specialist in person. Read the full story

Wheelchair athletes win 23 medals at National Wheelchair Games

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 09:00:00 EDT

Ten Veterans from VA Hudson Valley Health Care System participated and won a total of 23 medals at the 2011 National Veterans Wheelchair Games Read the full story

Reaching Veterans

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 14:30:00 EDT

Innovations such as the highly acclaimed Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS) have led the nation in changing the approach to healthcare. Read the full story

National Safe Boating Week 2011

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EDT

The VA Hudson Valley Police Service wishes you and your family a safe and wonderful boating season! Read the full story

What Are The Warning Signs For Suicide?

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 07:30:00 EDT

Veterans lives are precious and the VA wants to help before you feel that there is no hope. There is help. Call the Crisis hotline at 1-800-273-TALK. The hotline is available 24 hours a day/7 days a week. Read the full story

H2-MRI Ribbon Cutting

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 08:00:00 EDT

The Veterans in the Hudson Valley benefit from an MRI at the campus by eliminating a trip to the Bronx or Albany VA's. Read the full story

Move! Program Goes High-Tech

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 14:30:00 EDT

If you are overweight or obese you are at increased risk for a number of health conditions. The best way to manage your weight is to keep a balance between what you eat and drink and how active you are. Read the full story

VA Health Eligibility

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 09:00:00 EDT

Veterans, if you were previously denied health benefits you may now be eligible for helath benefits. The VA has amended its regulations to expand enrollment of certain higher income Veterans, also known as Priority 8 veterans, who may have been previously denied health benefits. Read the full story

NATIONAL MOMENT OF REMEMBRANCE

Fri, 27 May 2011 07:00:00 EDT

Join fellow Americans in pausing for one minute, wherever you may be, in an act of unity and gratitude for those who have given their lives in service to our nation. Read the full story

Healthy Eating

Fri, 13 May 2011 08:00:00 EDT

Experts say that portion control is the key to eating healthier and keeping those extra pounds off. The most accurate method is using a scale. Read the full story

Stress Awareness

Tue, 10 May 2011 07:00:00 EDT

The first step to effectively manage stress is to recognize early wanting signs. Read the full story

Be Healthy and Safe in the Garden

Thu, 05 May 2011 08:00:00 EDT

Gardening can be a great way to get physical activity, beautify the community, and go green. However, it is important to protect yourself. Read the full story

How to HandRub

Wed, 04 May 2011 08:00:00 EDT

Keeping your hands clean is one of the best ways to keep from getting sick and spreading illnesses. Cleaning your hands gets rid of germs you pick up from other people...from the surfaces you touch...and from the animals you come in contact with. Read the full story

Goshen VA Clinic Brown Bag Day

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 08:00:00 EDT

Doing spring cleaning, don't forget about your medicine cabinet Read the full story

National Medical Laboratory Professionals Week

Mon, 25 Apr 2011 10:00:00 EDT

National Medical Laboratory Professionals Week is an annual celebration of the medical laboratory professionals and pathologists who play a vital role in every aspect of health care. Read the full story

National Healthcare Decisions Day

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 15:30:00 EDT

April 16, 2011 has been designated as National Healthcare Decisions Day. Read the full story

April is Earth Awareness Month

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 09:00:00 EDT

The VAHVHCS Earth Day events will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on April 25th at Castle Point-Canteen Lobby and April 26th at FDR Montrose-Building 15 Room 7; a tree planting will take place at both campuses at 1:15 p.m. on both days. Read the full story

National Stress Awareness Month

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 09:00:00 EDT

Take time to unwind. It's healthy to relax, renew, and rejuvenate. From work demands to financial pressures to family problems, there are many aspects of life that can cause stress. Read the full story

April is Occupational Therapy Month

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 15:00:00 EDT

April is Occupational Therapy Month. Occupational therapy focuses on improving performance of activities of daily living, (ADLs). Read the full story

March is National Social Work Month!

Sun, 13 Mar 2011 07:00:00 EDT

This is a thank you to all Social Workers for all the hard work they do to help our Veterans. Read the full story

Women Veterans Program

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 08:00:00 EDT

One of our goals is to reach out to women veterans who may not know that they may be eligible to receive healthcare services through the VA. Read the full story

Dr. Amato

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 07:00:00 EDT

If any Veteran is in distress, they can contact Dr. Amato at 914 737-4400 x 2892. Read the full story

Social Security Direct Deposit or Direct Express

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 11:30:00 EDT

For years, Social Security has stressed the convenience, security, and safety of getting benefit payments electronically. Soon, direct deposit (or Direct Express) will not only be the best way to receive Federal Benefit payments -- it will be the only way. Read the full story

Let's fight Winter together

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 07:30:00 EDT

Think and feel that spring is around the corner. Keep yourself motivated by thinking about something entertaining to look forward to. Read the full story

Eat Right with Color

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 07:00:00 EDT

Include a variety of colorful fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean protein and dairy in your meals everyday. Read the full story

2011 Survey of Enrollee Announcement

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 10:00:00 EDT

The VHA's Office of the Assistant Deputy Under Secretary for Health (ADUSH) for Policy and Planning is conducting the 2011 update of our national VHA telephone Survey of Enrollees. Read the full story

Burn Awareness Week February 6-12

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 11:00:00 EDT

February 6-12 is Burn Awareness Week. Information on placement of smoke & carbon monoxide dectors, portable space heaters and cooking areas could save a life. Read the full story

National Wear Red Day to Support Women's Heart Health is February 4, 2011.

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 08:00:00 EDT

February 4, 2011 The Health Behavior Coordinator, Nydia Febus Rodriguez, RN and the Women Veterans Program staff will have a table set up at the Castle Point Campus PRimary Care waiting area. Read the full story

VA Hudson Valley Convenes Homeless Summit

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 08:00:00 EDT

Recently, A Homeless Summit was held at the Montrose campus. Read the full story

NUTS

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 07:30:00 EDT

Nuts and seeds are a great source of protein, fiber, and monounsaturated fats. Read the full story

VA Hudson Valley Going Green

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 07:30:00 EDT

Hey have you seen the Wind Turbine @ Castle Point! The wind turbine at VA Hudson Valley - Castle Point will produce up to 50% more electricity on an annual basis versus conventional turbines with the same swept area. Read the full story

New Year's Resolutions

Mon, 03 Jan 2011 13:30:00 EDT

Transform your resolutions into realistic changes that you can maintain throughout 2011. Read the full story

Got Gout?

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 11:00:00 EDT

Coffee drinkers may also have a lower risk of diabetes and Parkinson's Disease Read the full story

The "Sunshine" Vitamin

Tue, 28 Dec 2010 13:30:00 EDT

Vitamin D is also know as the "Sunshine Vitamin" because our body converts sunlight into vitamin D as it shines upon exposed skin. Read the full story

Fishing for Healthier Gums

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 08:00:00 EDT

Scientists have found that DHA an Omega-3 fat may lower the risk of periodontitis and inflamation of the gums that can lead to bone and tooth loss. Read the full story

Red Meat in the Hot Seat?

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 07:30:00 EDT

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans Advisory Committee is asking for U.S. consumers to eat less meat. Read the full story

Crazy for Cranberries!

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 07:30:00 EDT

The super power of the cranberry is its disease fighting antioxidants and phytochemicals, which may provide protection against heat disease and certain cancers. Read the full story

MRI Suite Opening

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 14:00:00 EDT

The Imaging Program at the Castle Point campus of VA Hudson Valley Health Care System is pleased to announce the opening of their brand new MRI suite. The new Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a state of the art machine producing the clearest images. Read the full story

Holiday Eating Guide

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 13:30:00 EDT

The holidays have arrived and along with visiting family and friends the eating frenzy begins. Read the full story

Stop the Salt

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 07:30:00 EDT

It is expected that the 2010 federal Dietary Guidelines for Americans will lower the recommended daily sodium intake from 2,300 to 1,500 milligrams (mg). This could put some pressure on food processors to cut back on salt content in processed foods Read the full story

World AIDS Day

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 07:30:00 EDT

The HIV Virus was first discovered 30 years ago, and since then more than 25 million people have died from AIDS worldwide. Read the full story

EEO Native American Committee

Mon, 29 Nov 2010 13:00:00 EDT

VA Hudson Valley Helath Care System EEO Native American Committee has conducted educational and commemorative celebrations of native American Culture through involvement in many activities both within and outside the facility. Read the full story

Nursing Home Residents Enjoy Country Western Dance

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 07:00:00 EDT

Veterans Imants Kaspars and Daniel Niski welcomed 65 residents from the Montrose and Castle Point units into the Country Western Dance. Read the full story

November proves to be a busy month at the VA

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 07:00:00 EDT

Caregiver month and Hospice month fit together like peanut butter and jelly. Hospice provides care via an interdisciplinary team, but also relies heavily on an in-home network of caregivers who are usually family members. Read the full story

Let's Talk Turkey

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 09:00:00 EDT

"The heatlh benefits of eating poltry are widely known as poultry is low in saturated fat and cholesterol," says Nancy Winter, Registered Dietitian/Public Affairs Officer. Read the full story

Home Care Month

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 11:00:00 EDT

November is recognized as VA National Caregiver Month. I would like to share an experience with a Veteran who had been diagnosed with Lou Gehrig's disease. Read the full story

Richard Monroe

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 15:00:00 EDT

Richard Monroe vowed to lose something he has been carrying for a very long time - his weight. And that was exactly what he did. He lost 71 pounds! Read the full story

Ribbon Cut on Healing Garden

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 11:00:00 EDT

A ribbon cutting was held on Thursday, October 21, 2010 for a new Healing Garden at the Montrose Campus of VA Hudson Valley Health Care System. Read the full story

VA Hudson Valley HCS Flu Clinics

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 11:00:00 EDT

This year, a plentiful supply of influenza vaccine is available at the VA Hudson Valley Health Care system and its community based outpatient clinics. Read the full story

Oral Health and Total Health - What is the Connection?

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 08:00:00 EDT

Gum disease affects about 80% of Americans and is the major cause of adult tooth loss. Early signs of gum disease can prevent problems with overall health. Read the full story