Veterans and Community Health Sunday Magazine

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Veterans smoke cigarettes at higher rates than nonveterans, and the staff of the Washington DC Veterans Affairs Medical Center is working hard to change this. This segment addresses health risks associated with smoking and ways to kick the habit with Psychologist Dr. Stephanie Guedj.

In this segment, we discuss intimacy post injury with Dr. Elspeth Ritchie, a well-known author and psychologist with Mental Health Services at the Washington DC Veterans Affairs Medical Center.

Nutritionist and Registered Dietitian Sue-Ann Forde discusses Nutrition using fresh seasonal produce in this Fall into Fitness program.

Oncologist Dr. Anita Aggarwal discusses breast cancer, the importance of good nutrition during cancer treatments and about support groups available at the Medical Center.

Dr. Maria Llorente and Dr. Matthew Reinhard from the Washington DC Veterans Affairs Medical Center, discuss Mental Health and Wellness and the stigma associated with seeking mental health treatment.

Dr. Patricia Crawford discusses the warning signs of suicide and what to do if you notice these warning signs in someone you know as well as information about the Veterans Crisis Line.

Introducing the Capitol Network Veterans Engagement Board, which is part of the VA's MyVA initiative to hear concerns of local veterans and partner to create solutions and expand veteran-resources.

African-Americans are documented soldiers dating back to the Revolutionary War through the inception of the United States Army, dating back over its 241-years.

Michelle Haywood, founding director of Path To Greatness discusses the importance community partnership and engaging youth and others to care for our community.

Jim Coleman, president and CEO, Economic Development Corporation discusses economic development and prosperity opportunities for Veterans in Prince George's County, Md.

Leslie Rowan, director of Nursing Excellence and Innovation, Washington DC VA Medical Center discusses Nursing Service initiatives and best practices at the Washington DC VA Medical Center.

Christopher Hluchyj, relationship manager with the Veterans Experience Office discusses the MyVA Initiative and Veterans Experience?s commitment to offering Veterans an optimal experience.

Transition and Care Management Program Manager, Elsie Moore discusses the supportive services available to Veterans who served during Operations Iraqi Freedom, Enduring Freedom, and New Dawn as well as Post-911 service members.

With Mr. Phillip A. Munley, Director of the Veteran Service Program for the Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs, we

Dr. Charles Faselis, Chief of Medical Services at the Washington DC VA Medical Center, and Geri Adams, the medical center's Director of Quality Management discuss secure electronic messaging, medical rounds and quality management in a health care setting.

This edition of Sunday Magazine features a round-table discussion with the medical center?s Chief of Chaplain Service, the Reverend Carol Ramsey-Lucas and author Ron Capps about the Veterans Writing Project.

Sue-Ann Forde, Chief, Nutrition and Food Service from the Washington DC Veterans Affairs Medical Center, shares information on healthy meal planning and preparation and Army Veteran John Robinson speaks about extreme weight loss and weight loss maintenance.

?Skin, Scalp and Hair Health", features the Washington DC VA Medical Center's Chief, Dermatological Surgery, Dr. Pavan Nootheti and licensed Cosmetologist, Rhonda Wimbish discussing how to properly care for your skin and scalp.

In honor of National Men's Health Month, this edition features round-table discussion with Dr. Phillip Seton, Chief of the Washington DC VA Medical Center's Emergency Department, and Dr. Robyn Macsata, Chief of Vascular Surgery. Listen to learn about the signs and symptoms of stroke and vascular disease and about the correlation between smoking and aneurism.

Washington DC Veterans Affairs Medical Center's Public Affairs Director, Gloria Hairston, speaks with Jason Miller, the Chief of Military and Veterans Outreach with the VA's Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) about eBenefits and the many programs and opportunities available through VBA.

Mr. Dennis May, the deputy director of the Veteran Employment Services Office, discusses boosting Veterans' employment opportunities and career development.

Learn about healthy eating and how to incorporate extra nutrition into your family's diet from the medical center's Chief of Nutrition and Food Service Sue Ann Forde, RD.

Todd Johnson and Jonathan Wilson of the Patient Advocate Office in a round-table discussion about the medical center?s patient satisfaction programs such as the Hawk Eye Customer Service Program, the Care Partner Program and New Patient Orientation

The Medical Center's Library Technician Jan Edmiston; Ms. Kathleen Teaze, the CEO and director of the Prince George's County Memorial Library System and Attorney Mark Polk, who chairs the Board of the Prince Georges County Memorial Library System's Foundation discuss literacy.

DC VA Medical Center Cardiologist Dr. Pamela Karasik discussing the signs and symptoms of heart disease and the effects of emotional stress on the heart.

Edition features an in depth discussion with the Honorable Marie C. Johns, the founder of L & L Consulting, LLC and renowned DC entrepreneur about starting a Veteran-owned businesses.

Edition features The Honorable Marie C. Johns, the founder of L & L Consulting, LLC and Robert Palmer, retired USAF Colonel and founder of Creative Business Solutions, Inc. to discuss new business opportunities for Veterans.

The Reverend Ramsey-Lucas, Chaplain Service, and Dr. Patricia Crawford, Mental Health Service explain the warning signs of depression and ways to improve your outlook during the holiday season.