 Suicide Prevention Awareness Week September 5-11
Suicide is a major cause of death, claiming an estimated 32,000 lives each year in the U.S. alone. If you feel you need to speak to someone contact the Suicide Prevention Hotline at (800) 273-8255 press 1 or our Suicide Prevention Coordinator at (909) 825-7084 ext. 2715. You can learn more at our educational table on:
September 7 and 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. outside our Canteen
 Be Careful in the Summer Heat
We want to remind everyone to be careful in this hot weather in Southern California. Read the tips for preventing heat-related illness and don't forget pets are susceptible to heat also. See the list of cooling stations near you.
 New Clinic near Medical Center
We are excited to announce that we are expanding our General Internal Medicine section and have opened a new off-site module. In doing this we have moved some of our module physicians, women's clinic, geriatrics clinic and TRICARE/DOD to a offsite building located at 25828 Redlands Blvd., Redlands, CA 92374 at (909) 583-6930. Patients who's physicians moved to the new building will be notified by letter and phone call. (map)
 Free Valet Parking Starting July 19
To ease the stress of getting to your next medical appointment on time starting July 19 we will be offering free valet parking at the medical center. This free service is available to both our Veterans and volunteers. Valet parking will be available Monday - Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the front circle of the medical center. Just drop off your car and when you are ready to leave pick up your car with the valet service.
 Protect Yourself from Whooping Cough
The State of California is continuing to see a rise in cases of whooping cough. Whooping cough is a contagious disease that can be passed easily from person to person. It is very serious for babies and can cause them to cough so much that they cannot breathe. Whooping cough can cause adults or teens to have severe coughing that leads to vomiting or broken ribs. You should ask your doctor about the new Tdap vaccine that includes a tetanus and diphtheria booster and also protects against whooping cough. Learn more.
 24 Hour Fitness Available to Southern California Veterans
The VA Desert Pacific Healthcare Network is offering our Southern California Veterans 24 Hour Fitness membership. They have negotiated a special deal so our Veterans can stay healthy and fit. Click on the flyer for more information. (Flyer)
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About VA Loma Linda Healthcare System
Loma Linda VA proudly serves veterans in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties at our main medical center, the Jerry L. Pettis Memorial VA Medical Center, and at our five community clinics.
Can't Keep Your Appointment?
Last month, more than 2,000 patients were unable to keep their appointments. Because we did not hear from them, we were unable to reschedule that time for other veterans. If you can't make your appointment, let us help you re-schedule.
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