United States Department of Veterans Affairs

VA North Texas Health Care System

VA North Texas recognizes Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Veterans can receive flu shots at their regular clinic appointments or at walk-in and drive-thru clinics.

If you smoke, VA wants to help you quit.

Strengthening Relationships: Retreats address the challenges of military service and transition. Close up of a couple's joined hands

Health Living Message for October

Get recommended screenings and vaccinations. Common cancer screening procedures include colonoscopy, mammogram, and cervical cancer screening exams. Decisions about cancer screening are based on age, gender, health status and family history. Talk to your health care provider about the screenings that can help you stay healthy. Find out more information on screenings.

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Breast Cancer Awareness pink ribbon and female Veteran

When Was Your Last Mammogram?

The Department of Veterans Affairs leads the Nation in breast cancer screening rates. In celebration of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, VA North Texas Health Care System is reminding Veterans about the importance of early detection. Full Story

Department of Veterans Affairs National Veterans Creative Arts Festival gold medal

North Texas Vets Are Winners

Annually, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) hosts a National Creative Arts Competition for Veterans. Out of more than 140 Veterans from VA North Texas, 14 placed nationally and 5 of those Veterans received a special invite to the National Veterans Creative Arts Festival to showcase their skill and talent. Full Story

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Relationship Bonding Retreats

VA has a new goal to care for and heal our wounded Veterans. In addition to repairing their damaged bodies and minds, VA has embarked on a unique campaign to repair their crumbling intimate relationships. Full Story

Our Locations

Other Facilities

Clinics

Resources

Dallas VA Medical Center

4500 S. Lancaster Rd.
Dallas, TX 75216
800-849-3597 | 214-742-8387 | Directions

Sam Rayburn Memorial Veterans Center

1201 E. 9th St.
Bonham, TX 75418
800-924-8387 | 903-583-2111 | Directions

Email Updates

Telephone Care

800-677-8289
Dallas: Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm

800-924-8387 option 2
903-583-6733
Bonham: Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm

800-443-9672 option 2
Fort Worth: Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm

800-677-8289
Telenurse: After hours and weekends
Registered nurses are available 24 hours, 7 days a week and on holidays to answer medical advice questions. This service is provided to increase veteran access to health care advice and to help avoid unnecessary hospital or clinic visits.

Events & Classes

MOVE! (weight management program) Introduction walk-in class
Oct 18, 2012 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM (CST)
Dallas VA Medical Center, Nutrition Clinic Classroom 1B-222A

MOVE! (weight management program) Introduction Walk In Class
Oct 18, 2012 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM (CST)
Dallas VA Medical Center, 4500 S. Lancaster Rd., Dallas, TX 75216, Nutrition Clinic Classroom 1B-222A

MOVE! (weight management program) Introduction walk-in class
Oct 19, 2012 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM (CST)
Dallas VA Medical Center, Nutrition Clinic Classroom 1B-222A

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