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#VetResources is a weekly newsletter for Veterans, their Families, Caregivers, and Survivors. SIGN UP | VIEW/SHARE | EVENTS | WELCOME KIT | PODCAST Veterans share their stories on Desert Storm's 30th anniversary Join us for a series of stories on Desert Storm's 30th anniversary. This week's stories are from all five military branches, as well as on the era's chocolate chip cookie uniforms. #DesertStorm30 Shield turns into Storm  Reporting war, 24/7  Protecting the seas From Marine to school leader   Happy trails ALL DS STORIES VA coronavirus Updates | Chatbot | App | Weekly Report | Vaccine Virtual Events this Week Jan. 8 - SBA Veteran Small Business Resource Brief Jan. 12 - PAVE Connect: Work from Home Opportunities for Veterans Avoid COVID-19 vaccine scams Be aware of false calls, texts, and emails from scammers promising vaccines. Learn about how VA will contact you, what personal information VA will not ask for, and how to protect yourself from scams.  LEARN MORE Find helpful Veteran mental health resources VIDEO: What to expect during a Board of Veterans’ Appeals hearing   WATCH   Winter self-care tips from VA social workers Blood donation could earn Super Bowl tickets The American Red Cross and NFL are teaming up this January, during National Blood Donor Month, to urge individuals – especially those who have recovered from COVID-19 – to give blood and to help tackle the national convalescent plasma shortage. LEARN MORE Veteran suggests early prostate cancer screening VA and the Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) are encouraging Veterans to better understand prostate cancer risk. Find resources to help you get checked for this cancer and to take protective proactive measures. Gulf War Veteran Milton “Trey” Wilborn III bravely shares his experience with prostate cancer. LEARN MORE VA COVID-19 research volunteer Lee Becker, a Navy Veteran, fought in Iraq and Afghanistan. Now, he’s eager to take part in another battle. Becker has signed up for VA’s COVID-19 research volunteer list and will participate in a clinical trial if selected. LEARN MORE VA leads the Customer Experience model for federal agencies VAntage Point Blogs: Navy Veteran finds new purpose What to expect during a Board of Veterans’ Appeals hearing Helping Veterans with sleep apnea VA grows locations for C&P contract exams for Veterans and service members VA participates in trials for COVID-19 vaccines We Shall Build an Outstanding Medical Service Live Whole Health #54 – Standing Twist New Year, New You: VA’s online resources for life’s challenges Avoid COVID-19 scams Stop smoking in 2021 VA News Releases: VA expands access to telehealth services during COVID-19 pandemic for older, rural and homeless Veterans  VA administers over 146,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses to date  VA publishes final regulation to improve delivery of prosthetic and sensory aids services VA resumes overpayment notifications while continuing relief options for Veterans  VA administers over 55,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses in two weeks  Statement from Secretary Robert Wilkie on the passing of Lt. Col. Bobby Harris Suicide prevention efforts usher promise of help for all Americans VA, American Lung Association partner to help Veterans diagnosed with lung disease Statement from Secretary Robert Wilkie on the passing of Lt. Col. Bobby Harris VA is here for you. 1-800-MyVA411 (800-698-2411) is always the right number Veterans Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255 and press 1, Chat, or Text 838255 Homeless Veteran Resources: 1-877-424-3838 or Chat White House VA Hotline: 1-855-948-2311 Download the UPDATED VA Welcome Kit  VA WELCOME KIT   Find a VA facility near you.  FACILITY LOCATOR Want to receive this newsletter or other VA updates? Disclaimer: The sharing of any non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products or services on the part of the VA. You have received this message because you are subscribed to Veterans Affairs. Access your Subscriber Preferences to make changes to your subscription or Unsubscribe. Get this as a forward? Sign Up to receive updates from Veterans Affairs. Having questions or problems? Please visit subscriberhelp.govdelivery.com for assistance. If you are having thoughts of suicide, call 1-800-273-8255, then PRESS 1 or visit http://www.veteranscrisisline.net/. Please remember the only secure way to ask personal questions is at https://iris.custhelp.com.