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I am Alma Holley, Nurse Manager with the Women’s Health Clinic at the Washington DC VA Medical Center. I am committed to ensuring that care and services for all women Veterans are equal and

available because of their dedication to serving our country.

I am Wanda Rumph, Enrollment Coordinator with the Business Office, Eligibility Team. Over my 36-year career serving Veterans, I have witnessed the Washington DC VA Medical Center enrollment

numbers increase, especially among women Veterans.

During Low Vision Awareness Month, the DC VA Medical Center’s Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Team recognizes the inspiring strength of Veterans who experience vision loss at birth or

later in life due to battle-related injury.

I am Norma Johnson, EEO Manager of the Office of Diversity and Inclusion. I am committed to advocating for and protecting equality and diversity at the Washington DC VA Medical Center.

Joining the military in 1943, Alyce Dixon was among one of the first African-American women in the Army, serving in the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion.

The earlier cancer is detected, the better your chance of surviving -- that is why your DC VA Medical Center Women’s Health Clinic team encourages a cervical cancer screening, pap test, and

human papillomavirus (HPV) test and vaccination for women Veterans 21 years and older.

Protect yourself, your loved ones and others around you by getting a flu shot and the updated COVID-19 vaccine.

The health care professionals at the Washington DC VA Medical Center work together, providing Veterans with comprehensive health care in a safe and compassionate environment.

Founded December 13, 1636, the National Guard was established to protect families and towns from hostile attacks.

Lung cancer remains an important health concern for Veterans, highlighting the need for awareness, understanding, and proactive measures