Alex O'Neil | North Carolina Governor's Working Group [NCGWG]

Protect Yourself from Social Media Scams

by Alex O'Neil | Oct 26, 2020 | News & Updates

Social media scams are becoming more common in this digital age and often Veterans and their families fall victim. That is why it’s so important to know how to recognize a scam and protect yourself. VA’s Million Veteran Program (MVP) recently received reports from...

Support for Caregivers Expanding

by Alex O'Neil | Oct 21, 2020 | News & Updates

Beginning October 1, 2020, caregivers of Veterans with service before May 7, 1975 may be eligible for several benefits, including a stipend and health insurance. The Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) is for eligible Veterans who have...

VA Deputy Secretary Meets with Duke University to Develop Oncology Partnership

by Alex O'Neil | Oct 19, 2020 | News & Updates

The Deputy Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs, Ms. Pam Powers, met with Duke University Vice President and Secretary of Duke University Health System, Dr. Monte Brown and Durham VA Health Care System (DVAHCS) Executive Director Mr. Paul Crews in September...

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Mammogram Reminder!

by Alex O'Neil | Oct 15, 2020 | News & Updates

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a great reminder to get your screening mammogram. Don’t be tempted to put off your mammogram this year because of the coronavirus pandemic – it could put you at serious risk. When do you need a mammogram? The risk of...

Suicide Prevention, Intervention and Postvention Digital Toolkit

by Alex O'Neil | Oct 12, 2020 | News & Updates

Suicide in America is a critical issue, with high rates in service members and Veterans. Asking the right questions and feeling confident about how to help are the first steps in preventing someone from dying by suicide. PsychArmor’s Suicide Prevention, Intervention...