Local Features - VA Loma Linda Healthcare System http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/features/index.asp Listing of local health features. en-us Copyright 2010 VA http://www.va.gov/rss Fri, 17 May 2013 15:14:00 PDT We've Re-Designed Our Entire Website for You! http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/features/Website_Redesign.asp Fri, 17 May 2013 13:00:00 PDT
]]>Our new look is designed to help you easily and quickly access information with intuitive and easy-to-use navigation. This redesign is based on feedback from Veterans and VA facilities around the country.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Website_Redesign_1368553881277 http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/images/features/redesign180X130.JPG New Website Redesign Look Our new look is designed to help you easily and quickly access information with intuitive and easy-to-use navigation. This redesign is based on feedback from Veterans and VA facilities around the country. Loma Linda Website Redesign Our new look is designed to help you easily and quickly access information with intuitive and easy-to-use navigation. This redesign is based on feedback from Veterans and VA facilities around the country. Million Veteran Program http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/features/MVP.asp Wed, 03 Apr 2013 13:00:00 PDT
]]>VA Loma Linda Healthcare System is one of 50 medical center's selected across the nation to serve as an enrollment site for the Million Veteran Program (MVP), a research program that will help us better understand how genes affect Veterans' health and illness.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/MVP_1364484731112 http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/images/features/MVPtmb.jpg MVP logo VA Loma Linda Healthcare System is one of 50 medical center's selected across the nation to serve as an enrollment site for the Million Veteran Program (MVP), a research program that will help us better understand how genes affect Veterans' health and illness. Million Veteran Program VA Loma Linda Healthcare System is one of 50 medical center's selected across the nation to serve as an enrollment site for the Million Veteran Program (MVP), a research program that will help us better understand how genes affect Veterans' health and illness. National Nutrition Month http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/features/nutrition.asp Wed, 13 Mar 2013 06:30:00 PDT
]]>March is National Nutrition Month® and we want all our Veterans to remember to eat wisely. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/nutrition_1362176027182 http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/images/features/vegetablestmb.jpg Vegetables and Fruits March is National Nutrition Month® and we want all our Veterans to remember to eat wisely. Eating Wisely March is National Nutrition Month® and we want all our Veterans to remember to eat wisely. Flu Shots Available http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/features/Flu_Shots_Available.asp Thu, 29 Nov 2012 11:30:00 PDT
]]>It's time to get your flu shot! It takes two weeks for immune protection to fully develop after vaccination. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Flu_Shots_Available_1353439736858 http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/images/features/Flu_Shot_thmb.jpg Male Nurse giving a flu shot to a Veteran. It's time to get your flu shot! It takes two weeks for immune protection to fully develop after vaccination. Flu Shots Available It's time to get your flu shot! It takes two weeks for immune protection to fully develop after vaccination. National Preparedness Month http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/features/Preparedness_Month.asp Mon, 24 Sep 2012 13:00:00 PDT
]]>A disaster or emergency can happen at any time and we encourage everyone to be prepared.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Preparedness_Month_1347033797466 http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/images/features/firstaidkittmb.jpg First Aid Kit A disaster or emergency can happen at any time and we encourage everyone to be prepared. Be Prepared A disaster or emergency can happen at any time and we encourage everyone to be prepared. Take Charge of Your Health http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/features/MyHealtheVet.asp Mon, 13 Aug 2012 06:30:00 PDT
]]>My HealtheVet is the VA’s award winning Personal Health Record. With My HealtheVet, VA Patients gain greater access to VA Services.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/MyHealtheVet_1344460979129 http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/images/features/myhealthtmb.jpg Volunteer helps Veteran register and sign up for My HealtheVet. My HealtheVet is the VA’s award winning Personal Health Record. With My HealtheVet, VA Patients gain greater access to VA Services. My HealtheVet Helps You! My HealtheVet is the VA’s award winning Personal Health Record. With My HealtheVet, VA Patients gain greater access to VA Services. Reunited Once Again http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/features/Reunited_Once_Again.asp Thu, 21 Jun 2012 14:00:00 PDT
]]>Brandon and German Shepherd Rexo worked as a team in Iraq and received purple hearts. Now both take comfort in retirement together.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Reunited_Once_Again_1339605893735 http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/images/features/Rexotmb.jpg Brandon and Rexo posing together at the VA Loma Linda Healthcare System. Brandon and German Shepherd Rexo worked as a team in Iraq and received purple hearts. Now both take comfort in retirement together. Reunited Once Again Brandon and German Shepherd Rexo worked as a team in Iraq and received purple hearts. Now both take comfort in retirement together. The Volunteers Who Add Value To Our Services http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/features/Volunteers_2012.asp Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:30:00 PDT
]]>The following four volunteers offer an example of the special men and women who take care of the not so little things at the medical center. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Volunteers_2012_1334758373383 http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/images/features/jamestmb.jpg James Miles pusheds patient in wheelchair to his appointment. The following four volunteers offer an example of the special men and women who take care of the not so little things at the medical center. Celebrating Volunteer Week The following four volunteers offer an example of the special men and women who take care of the not so little things at the medical center. Shedding Light On The Multifaceted Power of Peer Support http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/features/Peer_Support_Graduation.asp Wed, 11 Apr 2012 13:00:00 PDT
]]>On March, 14 individuals graduated as Peer Support Specialists at VA Loma Linda Medical Center Auditorium who will in turn help others learn to overcome mental hardships.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Peer_Support_Graduation_1333751964617 http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/images/features/peergradtmb.jpg Graduate getting hugged by presenter for making it through the program. On March, 14 individuals graduated as Peer Support Specialists at VA Loma Linda Medical Center Auditorium who will in turn help others learn to overcome mental hardships. Peer Support Graduation On March, 14 individuals graduated as Peer Support Specialists at VA Loma Linda Medical Center Auditorium who will in turn help others learn to overcome mental hardships. A Soldier, A Nurse, A Mentor, An Extraordinary Woman http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/features/Sheryl_Terkildsen.asp Thu, 15 Mar 2012 09:00:00 PDT
]]>As a soldier, mentor, award winning quilter, nurse, and inspirational woman, Community Living Center (CLC) Director Sheryl Terkildsen, RN, MSN will take the hospital’s auditorium stage on March 15 to receive an award for being the extraordinary woman that she is. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Sheryl_Terkildsen_1331760197844 http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/images/features/Terkildsen_Office.JPG Sheryl Terkildsen with her 5 interns As a soldier, mentor, award winning quilter, nurse, and inspirational woman, Community Living Center (CLC) Director Sheryl Terkildsen, RN, MSN will take the hospital’s auditorium stage on March 15 to receive an award for being the extraordinary woman that she is. A Soldier, A Nurse, A Mentor As a soldier, mentor, award winning quilter, nurse, and inspirational woman, Community Living Center (CLC) Director Sheryl Terkildsen, RN, MSN will take the hospital’s auditorium stage on March 15 to receive an award for being the extraordinary woman that she is. Healing Through Music http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/features/Guitars.asp Fri, 09 Mar 2012 08:00:00 PST
]]>Veterans are able to learn how to play guitar as part of their therapy.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Guitars_1330545001849 http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/images/features/guitar.jpg Veteran playing Guitar Veterans are able to learn how to play guitar as part of their therapy. Healing Through Music Veterans are able to learn how to play guitar as part of their therapy. Here Waiting to Serve You! http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/features/returning_veterans_team.asp Thu, 19 Jan 2012 08:30:00 PDT
]]>The Transition Team is here to help you with your VA health care after you leave the service.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/returning_veterans_team_1326303485027 http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/images/features/teamtmb.jpg Jacqueline Taylor speaking to assistant Ken Braden The Transition Team is here to help you with your VA health care after you leave the service. Here Waiting to Serve You! The Transition Team is here to help you with your VA health care after you leave the service. Strive For (and Maintain) a Healthy Weight http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/features/Strive_for_a_healthy_weight.asp Wed, 07 Dec 2011 10:30:00 PDT
]]>Maintaining a healthy weight will help you prevent and control many diseases and conditions. Learn more about all the health benefits of keeping your weight under control. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Strive_for_a_healthy_weight_1322766502409 http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/images/features/weighttmb.jpg Person standing on scale to see their weight. Maintaining a healthy weight will help you prevent and control many diseases and conditions. Learn more about all the health benefits of keeping your weight under control. Strive for A Healthy Weight Maintaining a healthy weight will help you prevent and control many diseases and conditions. Learn more about all the health benefits of keeping your weight under control. Why Should You Be Tobacco Free? http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/features/Tobacco_Free.asp Mon, 07 Nov 2011 08:00:00 PDT
]]>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. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Tobacco_Free_1320244328311 http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/images/features/quitsmokingtmb.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 your health and protect your family’s health. If you are using tobacco, the VA can help you quit. Thanks Edna! http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/features/Edna.asp Fri, 21 Oct 2011 06:30:00 PDT
]]>Edna Kokesh, restorative aid assist Veterans at the VA Loma Linda Healthcare System.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Edna_1318352250528 http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/images/features/Ednatmb.jpg Edna Kokesh working with a patient in the Community Living Center Edna Kokesh, restorative aid assist Veterans at the VA Loma Linda Healthcare System. Thanks Edna! Edna Kokesh, restorative aid assist Veterans at the VA Loma Linda Healthcare System. Flu Shots Now Available http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/features/Flu_Shots.asp Mon, 03 Oct 2011 08:00:00 PDT
]]>Starting October 3 Flu Shots will be available to get at the VA Loma Linda Healthcare System.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Flu_Shots_1317139836740 http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/images/features/fluttmb.jpg a man's arm receiving a flu shot Starting October 3 Flu Shots will be available to get at the VA Loma Linda Healthcare System. Flu Shots Now Available Starting October 3 Flu Shots will be available to get at the VA Loma Linda Healthcare System. Free Wifi Access http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/features/wifi.asp Thu, 18 Aug 2011 08:30:00 PDT
]]>We are now offering free wifi in the facility at select locations: Canteen and our speciality clinics at 3NE and 3NW.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/wifi_1313591542207 http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/images/wifitmb.jpg Accessing the Web in the Canteen We are now offering free wifi in the facility at select locations: Canteen and our speciality clinics at 3NE and 3NW. Free Wifi Access We are now offering free wifi in the facility at select locations: Canteen and our speciality clinics at 3NE and 3NW. Canteen of the Year 2011 http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/features/CanteenofYear2011.asp Thu, 11 Aug 2011 06:55:00 PDT
]]>VA Loma Linda Cafeteria and Store receive Canteen of the Year for 5th straight year in a row.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/CanteenofYear2011_1312999356718 http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/images/canteenyr.jpg Veterans and Staff purchasing food at the cafeteria VA Loma Linda Cafeteria and Store receive Canteen of the Year for 5th straight year in a row. Canteen of the Year 2011 VA Loma Linda Cafeteria and Store receive Canteen of the Year for 5th straight year in a row. Relocation of Services During Construction at the Medical Center http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/features/Relocation.asp Tue, 07 Jun 2011 06:30:00 PDT
]]>During construction around the Medical Center we have relocated services that were once in our front lobby. ]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Relocation_1305840741822 http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/images/construction_tn.jpg Construction bulldozer working in the front circle During construction around the Medical Center we have relocated services that were once in our front lobby. Relocation of Services During construction around the Medical Center we have relocated services that were once in our front lobby. 1st Annual Golf Tournament a Sucess http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/features/Golf.asp Fri, 08 Apr 2011 06:30:00 PDT
]]>On March 20 VA Loma Linda Healthcare System held its first Golf Tournament to help Veterans attend the 2011 Golden Age Games]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Golf_1302122547461 http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/images/golf3TN.jpg Golfers on their golf carts going to play golf. On March 20 VA Loma Linda Healthcare System held its first Golf Tournament to help Veterans attend the 2011 Golden Age Games Golf Tournament a Sucess On March 20 VA Loma Linda Healthcare System held its first Golf Tournament to help Veterans attend the 2011 Golden Age Games Local Nurse Receives VA Secretary's Award http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/features/nurse_award.asp Fri, 11 Mar 2011 06:30:00 PDT
]]>Our own Sofia Puerto, PhD, RN receives top honors from VA in June 2010.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/nurse_award_1298494994367 http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/images/Sofia-Puerto.jpg Sofia Puerto shaking hands with Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki Our own Sofia Puerto, PhD, RN receives top honors from VA in June 2010. Local Nurse Receives Award Our own Sofia Puerto, PhD, RN receives top honors from VA in June 2010. Stater Bros. Charities Donates Van http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/features/Donated_Van.asp Fri, 11 Feb 2011 08:30:00 PDT
]]>Stater Bros. Charities donates 12 passenger 4X4 van to help transport Veterans in the community.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Donated_Van_1296857567777 http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/images/van_thumbnail.jpg Stater Bros. Charities donated 12 passenger van in front of VA Loma Linda Medical Center Stater Bros. Charities donates 12 passenger 4X4 van to help transport Veterans in the community. Donated 12 Passenger Van Stater Bros. Charities donates 12 passenger 4X4 van to help transport Veterans in the community. Benches Give Medical Center A Back Yard Feel http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/features/benches.asp Thu, 20 Jan 2011 09:30:00 PDT
]]>Staff of the 2010 Emerging Leaders Program at the VA Loma Linda come together to provide a bench to the Medical Center grounds.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/benches_1295373750704 http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/images/Bench59TN.jpg Eight members of the Emerging Leaders Program stand behind newly donated bench Staff of the 2010 Emerging Leaders Program at the VA Loma Linda come together to provide a bench to the Medical Center grounds. Take a Seat-Enjoy the Scenery Staff of the 2010 Emerging Leaders Program at the VA Loma Linda come together to provide a bench to the Medical Center grounds. Staff Photos Bring Interest to Hallways http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/features/Photo_Hallway.asp Wed, 22 Dec 2010 15:00:00 PDT
]]>Employees at the VA Loma Linda Medical Center are sharing their photography skills to the public by showcasing their photos in hallways at the Medical Center.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Photo_Hallway_1292949128037 http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/images/PH_Tumbnail.jpg Robert Provience shows off his winning photo of local ducks in our ponds Employees at the VA Loma Linda Medical Center are sharing their photography skills to the public by showcasing their photos in hallways at the Medical Center. Employee's Talent Showcased Employees at the VA Loma Linda Medical Center are sharing their photography skills to the public by showcasing their photos in hallways at the Medical Center. Calling for Entries to 2011 local Creative Arts Competition http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/features/NVCAF_Entries.asp Sat, 11 Dec 2010 09:00:00 PDT
]]>VA Loma Linda will be have its annual local Creative Arts competition shows in February and March and we all looking for artistic entries.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/NVCAF_Entries_1291822586628 http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/images/caf_thumbnail.jpg Quilt of Motorcycle VA Loma Linda will be have its annual local Creative Arts competition shows in February and March and we all looking for artistic entries. Calling for Artistic Entries VA Loma Linda will be have its annual local Creative Arts competition shows in February and March and we all looking for artistic entries. Cancer Survivors Celebrate Life and their Caregivers http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/features/Cancer_Survivors.asp Thu, 04 Nov 2010 13:00:00 PDT
]]>Cancer Survivors celebrated life and their caregivers at the 1st Cancer Survivorship Celebration at the VA Loma Linda Medical Center.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Cancer_Survivors_1288794977524 http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/images/Cancer2.jpg Cancer Survivor speaks to crowd. Cancer Survivors celebrated life and their caregivers at the 1st Cancer Survivorship Celebration at the VA Loma Linda Medical Center. Caregivers Honored Cancer Survivors celebrated life and their caregivers at the 1st Cancer Survivorship Celebration at the VA Loma Linda Medical Center. Ex-POWs receive their POW Medals after all these Years http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/features/Ex_POW_s_receive_their_POW_Medals_after_all_these_Years.asp Wed, 13 Oct 2010 12:30:00 PDT
]]>On September 18 the VA Loma Linda Healthcare System hosted the annual Prisoner of War/Missing in Action (POW/MIA) Ceremony, recognizing those who endured captivity or never returned home from combat.]]> templatedata/content/features/data/Ex_POW_s_receive_their_POW_Medals_after_all_these_Years_1286987755669 http://www.lomalinda.va.gov/LOMALINDA/images/POW_thumbnail.jpg Crowd at the POW/MIA ceremony saluting during ceremony On September 18 the VA Loma Linda Healthcare System hosted the annual Prisoner of War/Missing in Action (POW/MIA) Ceremony, recognizing those who endured captivity or never returned home from combat. Ex-POWs receive Medals On September 18 the VA Loma Linda Healthcare System hosted the annual Prisoner of War/Missing in Action (POW/MIA) Ceremony, recognizing those who endured captivity or never returned home from combat.