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James E. Van Zandt VA Medical Center celebrates 75th Anniversary

ALTOONA — The James E. Van Zandt VA Medical Center announced its 75th anniversary on Sept. 18, 2025. This milestone reflects the Center’s remarkable growth from serving just 2,400 inpatient Veterans in 1950 to caring for more than 27,000 Veterans across Central Pennsylvania today. James ...

DMVA encourages everyone to reach out, check on veterans during National Suicide Prevention Month

September is National Suicide Prevention Month, and the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) is reminding Pennsylvanians of the resources available to those in crisis or needing additional support. Veterans remain at an elevated risk of suicide — and one veteran suicide is one too many. During this month and beyond, DMVA is encouraging everyone to reach out to the veterans in their lives and let them know that someone cares. If you are a veteran in crisis — or you are concerned about one — free, confidential support is available 24/7. Call the Veterans Crisis ...