Local Features - James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital - Tampa, Florida http://www.tampa.va.gov/TAMPA/features/index.asp Listing of local health features. en-us Copyright 2010 VA http://www.va.gov/rss Thu, 10 May 2012 07:55:00 EDT Your Mental Health is Our Concern http://www.tampa.va.gov/TAMPA/features/Your_Mental_Health_is_Our_Concern.asp Wed, 09 May 2012 13:30:00 EDT
]]>VA hospitals and clinics in Florida, South Georgia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands have a myriad of programs and services to help Veterans in emotional crisis. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Your_Mental_Health_is_Our_Concern_1336583753666 http://www.tampa.va.gov/TAMPA/images/Sadwomanthumb.jpg Sad young lady At James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital, a dedicated, multi-disciplinary team of mental health professionals is standing by to help Veterans struggling with issues that impact their emotional well-being. Learn more about what your local VA is doing and how you or a loved one can get the services you need. Ask for Help? Yes! VA hospitals and clinics in Florida, South Georgia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands have a myriad of programs and services to help Veterans in emotional crisis. What We’re Doing About Noise http://www.tampa.va.gov/TAMPA/features/What_We_re_Doing_About_Noise.asp Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:50:00 EST
]]>VA hospitals in VISN 8 have undertaken campaigns to significantly reduce noise on in-patient units. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/What_We_re_Doing_About_Noise_1321379178767 http://www.tampa.va.gov/TAMPA/images/QuietPleases-thumbnail.jpg Businesswoman gestures with her hand to be quiet In patient-centered hospitals, protecting the sleep of patients is a top priority. Learn more about what VA hospitals in Florida and the Caribbean are doing to reduce noise on in-patient units in this article published in the Winter 2012 issue of Veterans Health Matters, VISN 8's new Wellness Magazine for Veterans. Quiet Please: Veterans Healing VA hospitals in VISN 8 have undertaken campaigns to significantly reduce noise on in-patient units. Strive For (and Maintain) a Healthy Weight http://www.tampa.va.gov/TAMPA/features/Strive_For_and_Maintain_a_Healthy_Weight.asp Fri, 02 Dec 2011 14:50:00 EST
]]>Maintaining a healthy weight will help you prevent and control many diseases and conditions. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Strive_For_and_Maintain_a_Healthy_Weight_1318430052992 http://www.tampa.va.gov/TAMPA/images/ManageWeight-thumb.jpg Healthy living illustration with words Manage Weight Maintaining a healthy weight will help you prevent and control many diseases and conditions. Learn more about all the health benefits of getting and keeping your weight under control. Maintain a Healthy Weight Maintaining a healthy weight will help you prevent and control many diseases and conditions. Long Awaited Parking Garage Opens November 21, 2011 http://www.tampa.va.gov/TAMPA/features/Long_Awaited_Parking_Garage_Opens_November_21_2011.asp Tue, 15 Nov 2011 15:30:00 EST
]]>A new 1,500 space parking garage is opening at the James A. Haley Veterans Hospital in Tampa. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Long_Awaited_Parking_Garage_Opens_November_21_2011_1321388980540 http://www.tampa.va.gov/TAMPA/images/Parking-thumb.JPG Parking Sign The time has finally arrived for the much anticipated opening of the new 1,500 space parking garage at the James A. Haley Veterans Hospital. New 1500 space parking garage A new 1,500 space parking garage is opening at the James A. Haley Veterans Hospital in Tampa. Why Should You Be Tobacco Free? http://www.tampa.va.gov/TAMPA/features/Why_Should_You_Be_Tobacco_Free.asp Tue, 01 Nov 2011 07:00:00 EDT
]]>Quitting smoking is the single most important thing you can do to improve and protect your health.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Why_Should_You_Be_Tobacco_Free_1320076614501 http://www.tampa.va.gov/TAMPA/images/Feature-QuitTobaccoThumb.JPG Illustration with words healthy living and Quit Tobacco on it Quitting smoking is the single most important thing you can do to improve your health and protect your family’s health. If you are using tobacco, the VA can help you quit. Live Well: Stop Smoking Quitting smoking is the single most important thing you can do to improve and protect your health. Health Information @ Your VA Library http://www.tampa.va.gov/TAMPA/features/Health_Information_Your_VA_Library.asp Thu, 07 Jul 2011 08:15:00 EDT
]]>Did you know you have a library at the hospital? Come in to the Patients’ Library at your next visit, and check out all the great resources that are here just for you!]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Health_Information_Your_VA_Library_1309524973962 http://www.tampa.va.gov/TAMPA/images/feature-library-thumb.jpg The Paitient's Library Did you know you have a library at the hospital? Come in to the Patients’ Library at your next visit, and check out all the great resources that are here just for you! Your VA Library Did you know you have a library at the hospital? Come in to the Patients’ Library at your next visit, and check out all the great resources that are here just for you! Managing Your Stress http://www.tampa.va.gov/TAMPA/features/Managing_Your_Stress.asp Tue, 05 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EDT
]]>Pay attention to stress by using tools that help you manage and reduce it. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Managing_Your_Stress_1309354343053 http://www.tampa.va.gov/TAMPA/images/HealthyLivingthumbnails/Manage-Stress-Thumb.jpg Healthy living illustration with words manage stress featured Pay attention to stress. Tools are available to help you manage and reduce your stress. Live Well - Manage your STRESS Pay attention to stress by using tools that help you manage and reduce it. Practical Steps To Take To Be Safe http://www.tampa.va.gov/TAMPA/features/Pratical_Steps_To_Take_To_Be_Safe.asp Wed, 22 Jun 2011 08:00:00 EDT
]]>Protect yourself from sexually transmitted infections, falls, and motor vehicle crashes. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Pratical_Steps_To_Take_To_Be_Safe_1307715590780 http://www.tampa.va.gov/TAMPA/images/BeSafethumb.jpg Ilustration with Stay Safe and Healthy Living text To maintain your health, it's important to be safe and protect yourself from sexually transmitted infections, falls and motor vehicle crashes. Learn more Live Well - Stay SAFE Protect yourself from sexually transmitted infections, falls, and motor vehicle crashes. Stroke Awareness http://www.tampa.va.gov/TAMPA/features/Stroke_Awareness.asp Thu, 02 Jun 2011 07:30:00 EDT
]]>The first Stroke Awareness Event was held at the James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital on May 24.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Stroke_Awareness_1307014828302 http://www.tampa.va.gov/TAMPA/images/stroke_awareness_thumb.jpg Karyn Pingel is seen with daughter, Corbyn, who has overcome many challenges as a stroke survivor. The first Stroke Awareness Event was held at the James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital on May 24. Stroke Awareness The first Stroke Awareness Event was held at the James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital on May 24. Salute To Colors! Grocery Store Tour http://www.tampa.va.gov/TAMPA/features/Salute_To_Colors_Grocery_Store_Tour.asp Mon, 21 Mar 2011 10:00:00 EDT
]]>You are in a hurry to get home. Then you remember you need to stop at the supermarket to pick up a few things for dinner. You’re hungry and everything in the store looks delicious. You recall the dietitian told you to make smart food choices. But... "What was it I was supposed to remember?"]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Salute_To_Colors_Grocery_Store_Tour_1300715883186 http://www.tampa.va.gov/TAMPA/images/feature-salute-to-color-thumb.jpg Veterans learn about good food choices You are in a hurry to get home. Then you remember you need to stop at the supermarket to pick up a few things for dinner. You're hungry and everything in the store looks delicious. You recall the dietitian told you to make smart food choices. But... "What was it I was supposed to remember?" Helping Veterans Eat Better You are in a hurry to get home. Then you remember you need to stop at the supermarket to pick up a few things for dinner. You’re hungry and everything in the store looks delicious. You recall the dietitian told you to make smart food choices. But... "What was it I was supposed to remember?" A Relationship for Life http://www.tampa.va.gov/TAMPA/features/feature-pact.asp Tue, 11 Jan 2011 10:00:00 EDT
]]>The Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) provides continuous and coordinated care throughout a patient’s lifetime]]> templatedata/content/features/data/feature-pact_1294756741218 http://www.tampa.va.gov/TAMPA/images/feature-ptcare-thumb.jpg Doctor and nurse A family doctor who's with you for life. Isn't that what we all would like? VA's new patient-centered care model focuses on the Veteran. A Relationship for Life The Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) provides continuous and coordinated care throughout a patient’s lifetime Matthew Robinson Comes Home http://www.tampa.va.gov/TAMPA/features/Matthew_Robinson_Comes_Home.asp Tue, 16 Nov 2010 09:00:00 EDT
]]>With the help of the Veteran Directed Home and Community Based Services Program veteran Matthew Robinson's mother is finally able to bring her son home.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Matthew_Robinson_Comes_Home_1289916559314 http://www.tampa.va.gov/TAMPA/images/feature-matt-thumb.jpg Matthew Robinson and his mother With the help of the Veteran Directed Home and Community Based Services Program veteran Matthew Robinson's mother is finally able to bring her son home. Matthew Robinson Comes Home With the help of the Veteran Directed Home and Community Based Services Program veteran Matthew Robinson's mother is finally able to bring her son home. Tampa Cares for Those Who Care http://www.tampa.va.gov/TAMPA/features/tampa-cares-for-those-who-care.asp Fri, 05 Nov 2010 09:00:00 EDT
]]>We are celebrating our caregivers through the month of November. Come see how.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/tampa-cares-for-those-who-care_1288875815371 http://www.tampa.va.gov/TAMPA/images/feature-caregivers-thumb.jpg Photo of Caregivers We are celebrating our caregivers through the month of November. Tampa Cares We are celebrating our caregivers through the month of November. Come see how. Veterans Feedback Helps Tampa VA Improve, Enrich Programs http://www.tampa.va.gov/TAMPA/features/Women_Vets_Share_Ideas.asp Mon, 18 Oct 2010 08:00:00 EDT
]]>Getting Veterans more involved in and satisfied with their health care. That's the focus at the Tampa VA where a candid group of women Veterans gave their ideas about the best ways to do that. New programs are coming, and more feedback is needed. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Women_Vets_Share_Ideas_1287425328140 http://www.tampa.va.gov/TAMPA/images/women_tb.jpg Woman Veteran in uniform Getting Veterans more involved in and satisfied with their health care. That's the focus at the Tampa VA where a candid group of women Veterans gave their ideas about the best ways to do that. New programs are coming, and more feedback is needed. Women Vets Share Ideas Getting Veterans more involved in and satisfied with their health care. That's the focus at the Tampa VA where a candid group of women Veterans gave their ideas about the best ways to do that. New programs are coming, and more feedback is needed.