Wednesday, June 24, 2020

VA Resources for Alzheimer’s Disease

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Did you know that two-thirds of Americans with Alzheimer’s disease are women? Or that more than 60% of caregivers for those with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease are women? VA offers support and services for Veterans with dementia and their caregivers.

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VA's Whole Health Approach for Women Veterans

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Health care is more than treating an illness or symptom. VA’s Whole Health resources can help women Veterans take control of their health and well-being by providing skills and support to make lifestyle changes based on what is important to you. Explore self-care strategies and complementary therapies such as nutrition, exercise, meditation, and personal development, along with conventional medical care.

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Podcast: Air Force Veteran Aerial "Big Swole" Johnson Wrestles Challenges into Success

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Air Force Veteran Aerial Johnson, AKA “Big Swole,” was told that because of her severe case of Crohns, she couldn’t have children or do intense sports. But Aerial showed that with discipline, anything is possible.

This mother shares how her service helped her to overcome her diagnosis and become a professional wrestler in All Elite Wrestling (AEW). Find out more about Big Swole in the 200th episode of Borne the Battle.

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