 
 Colorectal cancer is highly treatable when caught early — and screening saves lives.
At VA Long Beach Healthcare System, our Gastroenterology team delivers high‑quality, evidence‑based colonoscopies to help Veterans stay healthy.
Why choose VA Long Beach for your colonoscopy?
- Our GI quality measures exceed national benchmarks, meaning Veterans receive care that meets the highest standards of safety and accuracy.
- State‑of‑the‑art technology and highly trained specialists ensure precise detection and comfortable procedures.
- Multiple screening options are available — talk with your VA provider about what’s right for you.
Early detection is key. If you’re 45 or older, or have risk factors, ask your provider about getting screened. Protect your health. Protect your future.
We are pleased to share that Nutrition and Food Services is actively recruiting for a Cook position. Cooks play a vital role in preparing nutritious, high‑quality meals for the Veterans we serve. This job announcement is open to the public.
Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to review the vacancy announcement and ensure all application materials are complete and submitted by the closing date, July 16, 2026.
 Bright skies, good energy, and great conversations at the OC Fair! VA Long Beach is proud to support our Veterans and their families. Visit the VA Long Beach team to discover benefits, services, and support.
 
Four ways to help Veterans stay safe in summer heat
Summer heat can be dangerous for anyone, but for Veterans experiencing homelessness, especially those living unsheltered outdoors, extreme temperatures can quickly become life-threatening. Extended hours in direct sunlight, walking long distances to access services, and sleeping in tents or vehicles that trap heat increase the risk of dehydration, heat exhaustion and worsening health conditions.
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The Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of Health and Human Services signed a memorandum of understanding to ensure the effective implementation of President Trump’s Executive Order on Accelerating Medical Treatments for Serious Mental Illness.
Through that order, President Trump instructed his administration to explore whether psychedelic drugs might play a role in saving the lives of Veterans and others with serious mental illness. It specifically called on VA to work with HHS to increase clinical trial participation and share data with the Food & Drug Administration to ensure that successful trials lead to the timely evaluation and approval of these drugs.
The MOU signed today lays the groundwork for VA-HHS cooperation on psychedelic trials, which includes efforts to:
- Increase clinical trial participation
- Provide training for therapists, nurses and doctors involved in these trials
- Collect and share data on the effectiveness, safety and costs of these potential therapies
- Share data with the FDA so it can quickly approve tested treatments
- Develop educational materials so patients know what to expect when a successful trial leads to a new, approved treatment
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 VA Long Beach is hosting a Homeless Veteran Resource Fair on Wednesday, July 22, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Long Beach City College – Veterans Stadium (5000 E. Lew Davis St., Long Beach, CA 90808).
Join us to connect with essential resources and referrals designed to support homeless and formerly homeless Veterans. Services available include:
- Permanent and transitional housing referrals
- Employment and career support
- Education resources
- VA, LA County, and Orange County benefits assistance
- Medical, mental health, and dental services
- Legal services, DMV assistance, birth certificate requests
- Chaplain services, child support services, and more
Shuttles will be provided from Orange County and Long Beach to ensure easy access for those traveling from surrounding areas.
This event is designed to provide a safe, welcoming space where Veterans can meet with service providers, connect with community partners, and receive immediate support toward housing stability, wellness, and long‑term success.
 The Veterans Social Connection (VSC) is a monthly gathering where Veterans can relax, meet others, and access helpful resources in a welcoming environment. The VSC takes place on the last Friday of each month (excluding holidays) from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on the Patriot Café Patio. We hope to see you on July 31!
 
Are you a Veteran but you're not sure where to start with the VA? Check out the VA Resource Navigator, a short, sweet combination of all the most valuable resources to get you started on your way to VA benefits and health care.
Download the Federal Benefits for Veterans, Dependents and Survivors handbook online or pick up a printed copy at your local medical center, regional office or Vet Center for free.
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