Milwaukee VA Medical Center

05/06/2026

The signs of crisis don’t always look the way you expect. Knowing them can help you act when it matters most: VeteransCrisisLine.net/SignsOfCrisis.

05/05/2026

Today, during National Nurse's Week, Milwaukee VA employee Leah Giuliani, a social worker with the ICU, brought in a cake to celebrate the entire ICU team who feel more like family than coworkers.

Leah also brought in flowers and a gift for Registered Nurse Lori Mull who nominated Leah for a Random Act of Kindness through the This Time Tomorrow Foundation as she battles cancer. Leah received funding for vacations from the foundation - she went to Nashville and will also be heading to Denver later this year!

The whole ICU team has rallied behind Leah supporting her through this journey, and she is beyond grateful. We are so proud and grateful for our entire ICU team and the care and support they provide to Veterans and also to each other!

05/05/2026

National Salsa Month is a month-long celebration in May! Salsa is a way to add flavor, spice, and color to main dishes and enjoy as an appetizer. Salsa can be eaten with chips, added to burritos and tacos, and garnished on top of grilled meat and fish.

What types of salsas have you tried? Favorite salsas include Roja, Verde, Pico de gallo and fruit salsa.

Recipes at https://www.nutrition.va.gov/ focus on low-sodium and fresh ingredients.

Clink the links below for VA Salsa recipes:
Black Bean and Corn Salsa:https://www.nutrition.va.gov/Recipes/Snacks/docs/Black-Bean-and-Corn-SalsaJUL2021.pdf
Pico de Gallo (Salsa Fresca):https://www.nutrition.va.gov/docs/Recipes/Snacks/Pico-de-GalloOCT2021.pdf
Tropical Fruit Salsa (mango/pineapple):https://www.va.gov/files/2023-10/Tropical%20Fruit%20Salsa%20Recipe.pdf
Strawberry Basil Salsa:https://www.nutrition.va.gov/NUTRITION/Recipes/Snacks/docs/Strawberry-Basil-SalsaJUL2021.pdf



Contact your VA Registered Dietitian

05/05/2026

HAPPY 10-YEAR ANNIVERSARY, FISHER HOUSE! The Milwaukee VA's Fisher House marked its 10-year anniversary on May 1 with a program and open house. The Fisher House serves as a home away from home for families of Veterans being treated at the Milwaukee VA Medical Center. Since opening on April 23, 2016, the house has seen more than 7,800 guests and provided more than 21,200 nights of lodging. Families stay for free, for as long as they need, and the house's staff and volunteers strive to meet the families' every need. https://www.va.gov/milwaukee-health-care/stories/milwaukee-va-fisher-house-celebrates-10-year-anniversary/

05/05/2026

You can change a life by encouraging a Veteran to get the mental health care they need.

This Mental Health Month, show your support by sharing this image with your community. Learn more about Veterans' mental health. https://www.maketheconnection.net/MHM/

05/04/2026

Last week we celebrated Patient Experience Week, proudly recognizing our VA employees who deliver an exceptional patient experience to Veterans, and thanking the Veterans we serve who choose to receive their care at VA.

Some highlights from the week - donuts and popcorn for Veterans, a special dessert for our inpatient and resident Veterans made by our Nutrition and Food Service (yummy strawberry rhubarb bars), and a patient recognition ceremony highlighting patients who have made great strides in the health journeys!

05/04/2026

05/01/2026

Serving in the U.S. Armed Forces is a commitment few make, and health care is one of the important benefits earned through that service. If you’re a Veteran, now is the time to enroll in VA health care. Milwaukee VA Health Care System hosted a virtual town hall Monday, April 27, from 6 to 7 p.m., where we highlighted unique benefits, shared real experiences, and showed Veterans how to enroll in VA health care.

Even if you don’t need care today, enrollment ensures lifetime access when you do. And enrolling doesn’t take away from anyone else; it strengthens the system for all Veterans. Now is the time for every Veteran to use the benefits they have earned and deserve.

If you aren’t a Veteran yourself or are a Veteran already enrolled in VA, please consider sharing this information with those who served.

05/01/2026

Tomorrow is World Tuna Day!
Did you know that the American Heart Association recommends consuming at least 2 servings of fish per week?
Tuna is one of the easiest and most affordable ways to help reach this goal, while also boosting your intake of anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids!

Here are some tips for eating more tuna:
🔹Mix a can of tuna with ½ of a medium ripe avocado instead of mayo to make more heart-healthy tuna salad sandwiches
🔹Toss a pouch of seasoned tuna (ex. herb & garlic, thai chili, lemon pepper, etc.) on a lunch salad for a kick of flavor
🔹If you are eating tuna several days a week, consider trying a lower-mercury version called “Skipjack” tuna
🔹Try a new tuna recipe from our VA online recipe page: https://www.nutrition.va.gov/NUTRITION/Recipes.asp

05/01/2026

**HAPPENING NOW**
Join us at the Milwaukee VA Fisher House as we celebrate a decade of keeping Military and Veteran families together!
Experience the house with guided house tours, stories from the house, community recognition displays, and food trucks and coffee.
There will be a special recognition program at 2 p.m. honoring the community that made this home possible.

10 years keeping Military and Veteran families together

05/01/2026

🌟 VA supports young people and apprenticeships as a pathway to career success. These programs help students and young adults gain hands-on experience, build in-demand skills, and earn while they learn.

Looking for resources for career development lessons, soft skills activities, and a remote learning guide? Learn more here:
https://www.apprenticeship.gov/educators/apprenticeship-for-young-people

04/30/2026

BINGO! 🎉🍿 Last week, United Steelworkers volunteered to call and run bingo for Milwaukee VA inpatient and resident Veterans. A huge thank you to them for volunteering and brightening the day for Veterans! We appreciate your support!