She Wears the Boots: A Podcast for Women Veterans

Food Insecurity

In this episode, Dr. Christine Going, the Senior Advisor for the VHA Food Security Office, describes the VA's process for food insecurity screening of Veterans. She also

Fertility Benefits for Veterans

In this episode Dr. Sandra Schumacher, the Reproductive Health Lead in the Office of Women's Health with the VA, talks about services covered by the VA. She also talks th

Healthy Aging

In this episode we hear from Dr. Christine Kolehmainen, the director of Education for the Office of Women's Health who is also a Women's Health Primary Care Provider with

Pregnancy Loss

In this episode we talk with Dr. Andrea Hekler, a clinician with the Veterans Health Administration, on how pregnancy loss may impact an individual or their partner as we

Women Veterans Recognition Day

In this episode we celebrate Women Veterans Recognition Day (June 12th) with Ms. Lourdes Tiglao, the Executive Director for the Center for Women Veterans. Ms. Tiglao talk

Contraception

In this episode you will hear about contraception from a VA Women's Health Primary Care Provider, Dr. Dana Glenn. She explains the types of contraception options availabl

MOVE! Weight Management Program for Veterans

Dr. Susan Raffa, the VA’s national program director for weight management, talks about what Veterans can expect and the benefits of participating in the MOVE! program. Ve

Veterans Justice Programs

Sean Clark, the Director of the Veterans Justice Programs in the Veterans Health Administration, talks about programs available to justice involved Veterans. He also disc

Peer Support Services in the VA

In this episode we talk to Marine Corps Veteran and certified lead peer specialist, Ms. Sonya Ebhotemen about the role of the peer specialist in the Veterans Health Admin

HPV Vaccination

Drs. Marissa Maier and Melissa Shaughnessy talk about the human papillomavirus, also known as HPV, and why Veterans should consider getting vaccinated. They also bust som

Celebrating 100 Years of Health Care for Women Veterans

In 2023, VA is celebrating 100 years of providing health care for women Veterans. To recognize this historical benchmark, we hear from two Veterans who share their early

Service Act for Women Veterans with Toxic Exposure

Dr. Sally Haskell, the Acting Chief Officer of Women’s Health with the Veterans Health Administration reviews important information on breast cancer screening and how tox

What is Health Equity for Women Veterans?

Dr. Chelsea Cosby Morgan, with the VA Office of Women’s Health talks about the concept of Health Equity and how the VA supports Veterans using a team based approach to me

Distinguished Flying Cross Recipient Major Katie Lunning

In this episode, we change gears to highlight an example of how women who served contribute to the military and the VHA. We were honored to interview Major Katie Lunning

Complementary and Integrative Health

In this episode we hear from Alison Whitehead, the Program Lead for Integrative Health with the VHA Office of Patient Centered Care & Cultural Transformation. Ms. Whitehe

Women’s History Month

In this episode we hear from VHA historian Katie Rories and VA archivist Robyn Rogers about the evolution of Women’s History Month at the VA. For more information, please

Gynecologic Cancers

Dr Haley Moss discusses types of gynecologic cancers, signs and symptoms, and what to do if you are concerned about risk or personal history. Dr. Moss also shares what to

Breast Cancer

Dr. Sarah Colonna discusses how breast cancer is diagnosed as well as what Veterans can expect following a diagnosis of breast cancer. More information on General Mammog

Insomnia

Dr. Sarah Kate McGowan explains the symptoms and impacts of insomnia on women Veterans and treatments available at VA for sleep related issues. For more information on in

Eating Disorders

Dr. Katharine Dickson reviews facts and myths about Eating Disorders in the Veteran population and outlines treatment options for those seeking care. For more information