]]>Each year about this time, we proudly make claims of exercising more, eating healthier and being "perfect." Being perfect may not be a realistic goal. So if we were to look at simply being at a healthy weight which allows us to actively participate in a variety of social functions and other physical endeavors research shows we may have better luck of success. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Strive_for_a_healthy_weight_1325893575133 http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/images/Feature/healthy_weight_tnail.jpg Woman cutting vegetables. Each year about this time, we proudly make claims of exercising more, eating healthier and being "perfect." Being perfect may not be a realistic goal. So if we were to look at simply being at a healthy weight which allows us to actively participate in a variety of social functions and other physical endeavors research shows we may have better luck of success. Strive for a healthy weight Each year about this time, we proudly make claims of exercising more, eating healthier and being "perfect." Being perfect may not be a realistic goal. So if we were to look at simply being at a healthy weight which allows us to actively participate in a variety of social functions and other physical endeavors research shows we may have better luck of success. http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/features/Basics_of_quick_stress_relief.asp Tue, 06 Dec 2011 16:15:00 MST

]]>For difficult situations, when you need something immediate and accessible quick stress relief comes to the rescue. The speediest way to stamp out stress is by engaging one or more of your senses to rapidly calm and energize yourself. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Basics_of_quick_stress_relief_1323207364828 http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/images/Feature/Watering_flowers_tn.jpg Woman watering flowers For difficult situations, when you need something immediate and accessible quick stress relief comes to the rescue. The speediest way to stamp out stress is by engaging one or more of your senses to rapidly calm and energize yourself. Quick stress relief tips For difficult situations, when you need something immediate and accessible quick stress relief comes to the rescue. The speediest way to stamp out stress is by engaging one or more of your senses to rapidly calm and energize yourself. http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/features/Hiring_Vets.asp Mon, 14 Nov 2011 15:00:00 PST

]]>For Veterans working at the VA has many benefits and the VA understands the strong work ethic Veterans offer. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Hiring_Vets_1321309672846 http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/images/Feature/HiringThumb.jpg Now Hiring Veterans In a tough job market the VA is stepping forward to hire Veterans. For Veterans working at the VA has many benefits and the VA understands the strong work ethic Veterans offer. VA Employer Support for Vets For Veterans working at the VA has many benefits and the VA understands the strong work ethic Veterans offer. http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/features/Flu_Shot_Clinic.asp Wed, 05 Oct 2011 16:00:00 PDT

]]>A flu shot is what it takes to help protect you from the flu. It's quick and easy, and our Phoenix VA Health Care System team is standing by to serve you. Patients can also get their flu shot at their clinic appointments or by walking into any of our clinics. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Flu_Shot_Clinic_1317856972422 http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/images/Feature/Flu_shot_Thumb.jpg Patient getting a shot It's that time of year again - flu season and the Phoenix VA Health Care System is making it easy for you to get your flu vaccination. Why? Health studies show vaccinations are extremely effective in preventing the flu. Flu Shot Clinic Back In Action A flu shot is what it takes to help protect you from the flu. It's quick and easy, and our Phoenix VA Health Care System team is standing by to serve you. Patients can also get their flu shot at their clinic appointments or by walking into any of our clinics. http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/features/MyPlate.asp Tue, 13 Sep 2011 12:30:00 PDT

]]>There's a new way of showing Americans how to eat. These updated guidelines focus on a plate picture that encourages Americans to consume only the calories they need. The guidelines offer more fruits, vegetables and whole grains, and suggest choosing lean meats, poultry, seafood and low fat dairy products more often.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/MyPlate_1316028872421 http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/images/Feature/ChooseMyPlatethumb.jpg My Plate There's a new way of showing Americans how to eat. These updated guidelines focus on a plate picture that encourages Americans to consume only the calories they need. Good Diet Helps Veteran Health There's a new way of showing Americans how to eat. These updated guidelines focus on a plate picture that encourages Americans to consume only the calories they need. The guidelines offer more fruits, vegetables and whole grains, and suggest choosing lean meats, poultry, seafood and low fat dairy products more often. http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/features/Tele_MOVE.asp Sat, 23 Jul 2011 11:00:00 PDT

]]>As part of the Health Promotion, Disease Prevention program VA's MOVE program can help Veterans get healthy. In fact the MOVE program covers three of the nine focus areas for health promotion including...Eat Wisely, Strive for a Healthy Weight and Be Physically Active. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Tele_MOVE_1311444188094 http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/images/Feature/TeleMoveThumb.jpg Sheila Woodroffe RD shows the Tele-MOVE equipment. As part of the Health Promotion, Disease Prevention program VA's MOVE program can help Veterans get healthy. In fact the MOVE program covers three of the nine focus areas for health promotion including...Eat Wisely, Strive for a Healthy Weight and Be Physically Active. Tele-MOVE Offers Weight Loss As part of the Health Promotion, Disease Prevention program VA's MOVE program can help Veterans get healthy. In fact the MOVE program covers three of the nine focus areas for health promotion including...Eat Wisely, Strive for a Healthy Weight and Be Physically Active. http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/features/Nutrition_Is_a_Nurturing_Part_of_Veteran_Centered_Care.asp Tue, 12 Jul 2011 05:00:00 PDT

]]>Under Veteran Centered Care, Good Nutrition is Nurturing for Patients]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Nutrition_Is_a_Nurturing_Part_of_Veteran_Centered_Care_1310472131592 http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/images/Feature/MeganStThomas2.jpg Megan St. Thomas, MSRD stands by the Veteran Centered Care Bonus Bucks initiatve on display for all to see in the VA Kitchen. Focusing on Secretary Shinseki’s principle #6, “Incorporate the nutritional, cultural, and nurturing aspects of food,” the Phoenix VA Health Care System (PVAHCS) is incorporating many improvements as part of this principle. In Nutrition, Hospitality and Food Service (NHFS) there are several new efforts underway including a new meal delivery program in the Community Living Center, a pod system for staff efficiency, and improved nourishments. Meal service improvements are critical to supporting patient care and enhancing nutrition support to improve our Veterans health and well being. Good Nutrition is Nurturing Under Veteran Centered Care, Good Nutrition is Nurturing for Patients http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/features/Homeless_Veteran.asp Tue, 31 May 2011 13:08:00 PDT

]]>In this story you will hear how one of our homeless Veterans sought and found VA help.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Homeless_Veteran_1306872871243 http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/images/Feature/Homelessthumb.jpg homeless veteran In this story you will hear how one of our homeless Veterans sought and found VA help. Veteran Gets Needed Help In this story you will hear how one of our homeless Veterans sought and found VA help. http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/features/Skin_Feature.asp Wed, 04 May 2011 17:00:00 PDT

]]>As we begin to approach our summer season, it is important to prepare our skin by using sun screen. Sun screens have been proven to help in the prevention of many types of cancer including the most harmful form melanoma. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Skin_Feature_1304554101131 http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/images/Feature/SunProtectionThumb.jpg Person applying sun screen lotion As we begin to approach our summer season, it is important to prepare our skin by using sun screen. Sun screens have been proven to help in the prevention of many types of cancer including the most harmful form melanoma. Your Skin and the Arizona Sun As we begin to approach our summer season, it is important to prepare our skin by using sun screen. Sun screens have been proven to help in the prevention of many types of cancer including the most harmful form melanoma. http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/features/hear.asp Wed, 06 Apr 2011 16:06:00 PDT

]]>How You Can Help Protect Your Hearing]]> templatedata/content/features/data/hear_1302118722265 http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/images/Hear_thumb.jpg How You Can Help Protect Your Hearing How You Can Help Protect Your Hearing Help Protect Your Hearing How You Can Help Protect Your Hearing http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/features/telehealth.asp Fri, 25 Mar 2011 16:06:00 PDT

]]>Telehealth is Just a Phone Call Away]]> templatedata/content/features/data/telemed_1301075146871 http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/images/telehealth_thumb.jpg Rose with Telehealth Equipment Telehealth is Just a Phone Call Away Telehealth a Phone Call Away Telehealth is Just a Phone Call Away http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/features/fuji.asp Wed, 02 Mar 2011 09:06:00 PDT

]]>Veteran Achieves Lifetime Goal of Climbing to the Top of MT. FUJI, Japan]]> templatedata/content/features/data/fuji_1299082692359 http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/images/fuji_thumb.jpg Janette Torres atop Mt. Fuji Air Force Veteran Torres pursues her dream of climbing Mt. Fuji. AF Veteran Ascends Mt. Fuji Veteran Achieves Lifetime Goal of Climbing to the Top of MT. FUJI, Japan http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/features/move.asp Fri, 18 Feb 2011 17:26:00 PDT

]]>VA's weight loss program called MOVE celebrates five years of success in helping our Veterans get healthy.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/move_1298073796428 http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/images/move_thumb.jpg Carolyn Ayers hops on the treadmill during the MOVE weight loss program. VA's weight loss program MOVE celebrates five years of success in helping Veterans. MOVE Helps Veterans VA's weight loss program called MOVE celebrates five years of success in helping our Veterans get healthy. http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/features/arts_festival.asp Wed, 12 Jan 2011 16:06:00 PDT

]]>Put Your Heart into Art! - Phoenix VA Health Care System Arts Festival]]> templatedata/content/features/data/arts_festival_1294874041072 http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/images/arts_sm.gif Put Your Heart into Art! - Phoenix VA Health Care System Arts Festival We invite the community to join us during our National Salute to Veterans to participate in our Creative Arts Festival, "Put Your Heart Into Art". Join us on February 17, 2010 in the Ambulatory Care Clinic Lower Level conference rooms from 9 a.m. until noon as we look over beautiful art pieces created by our nation's Veterans. Light refreshments will be served. Winners will be recognized at noon. We are grateful to the American Legion Auxiliary for their support of this event. We hope to see you there! Creative Arts Festival Put Your Heart into Art! - Phoenix VA Health Care System Arts Festival http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/features/caregiver.asp Mon, 13 Dec 2010 14:00:00 PDT

]]>Jimlord Joya from volunteer services and Fermina Lucas from food services volunteer their time to dance for the Community Living Center Residents. They find that their six minute dances bring an uplifting presence to the residents and demonstrate that dance is a healthy form of exercise.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/caregiver_1288902651412 http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/images/feature_caregiver_sm.jpg Fermina Lucas and Jimlord Joya Dancers for CLC Jimlord Joya from volunteer services and Fermina Lucas from food services volunteer their time to dance for the Community Living Center Residents. They find that their six minute dances bring an uplifting presence to the residents and demonstrate that dance is a healthy form of exercise. Dancers bring happiness to CLC Jimlord Joya from volunteer services and Fermina Lucas from food services volunteer their time to dance for the Community Living Center Residents. They find that their six minute dances bring an uplifting presence to the residents and demonstrate that dance is a healthy form of exercise. http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/features/Veterans_Day_Parade.asp Thu, 14 Oct 2010 18:06:00 PDT

]]>VA Hosts Parade and Educational Activities to Honor Our Nation's Veterans.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Veterans_Day_Parade_1287104991359 http://www.phoenix.va.gov/PHOENIX/images/Eagle_thumbnail.jpg Eagle balloon VA Hosts Parade and Educational Activities to Honor Our Nation's Veterans. VA Parade and Event Activities VA Hosts Parade and Educational Activities to Honor Our Nation's Veterans.