Southern Arizona VA Health Care System

05/20/2026

Earlier this week, our staff took part in “Be Seen in Green,” a campaign dedicated to raising awareness and support for mental health. Green is the international color for mental health, symbolizing growth, renewal, hope, and vitality.

By wearing green, we send a powerful message of solidarity: You are not alone. We see you. We stand with you. Together, we can help reduce the stigma surrounding mental health challenges and continue supporting one another.

05/20/2026

05/20/2026

We had a great turnout at our Freedom 250 Health Fair on May 18 at the Tucson VA Main Campus!
Resource tables filled the beautiful Rose Garden Courtyard, creating a welcoming outdoor space where Veterans, families, and caregivers could walk around, connect, and enjoy the perfect spring weather.

Visitors had the chance to explore a wide range of VA resources, including VHA health care services, eligibility and enrollment support, Whole Health programs, VA Community Care information, Virtual Resource tools, and more. It was a relaxed, community‑focused event designed to help Veterans and their supporters learn about the benefits and services available to them.

05/19/2026

May 19 is Hepatitis Testing Day, serving as an important reminder that knowing your status saves lives.

Hepatitis can be more common in Veterans, but can be prevented, treated or cured depending on the type.

Talk to your provider. Know your status. www.hepatitis.va.gov

05/18/2026

VA’s Million Veteran Program (MVP) proudly recognizes the service and contributions of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Veterans—and the critical role you play in advancing research for all who have served.
By joining MVP, you help ensure that prevention, diagnosis, and treatments are guided by data that reflects the full Veteran community and the range of experiences within it.
Learn more or join today at https://ow.ly/bGOK50YSPN9.

05/17/2026

Join us on Monday, May 18, for the Veteran Health Fair at the Tucson VA Medical Center!

We’ll be in the Rose Garden Courtyard from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., sharing the many healthcare services the Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS) offers to support Veterans in living stronger, healthier lives.

Your health matters — and we’re here to help. Stop by, explore our resources, and connect with the care you deserve.

We hope to see you there!

05/15/2026

If you’re a Veteran and you’re finding it hard to stop drinking, VA has options to help.

Treatment like therapy and medication can help you stop or reduce drinking, take control of cravings, avoid triggers for relapse and build a recovery support system.

Learn more: Mentalhealth.va.gov/substance-use/alcohol-use-disorder.asp

05/13/2026

The Virtual Women Veteran Whole Health Virtual Focus Group will be held on Friday, May 22, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.

The group is open to all women Veterans currently receiving care at the Southern Arizona VA Health Care System. Participants must be comfortable being on camera, and please note that no compensation will be provided. The group is limited to 10 participants who have not previously participated in previous focus groups. This is not a support group.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to share your voice! To participate, please contact Gloria.TorresSantiago@va.gov by Wednesday, May 18, to be added to the participant roster. Spaces are limited, so be sure to sign up before the deadline!

05/13/2026

For 80 years, VA health care has helped Veterans recover and build resilience.

Help starts here.
https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/get-help/local-care.asp

05/12/2026

These Veterans found a path forward by addressing their mental health. They want you to know that you can too.

Discover why they want fellow Veterans to know they can find support. https://www.maketheconnection.net/mental-health-month/