Birmingham VA Health Care System

05/31/2026

Join our Outreach Team on Wednesday June 3, 2026 from 10 A.M.-1 P.M., for the Pleasant Grove Veterans Resource Fair at the Pleasant Grove Community Center (501 Park Road Pleasant Grove, AL) . Representatives from Veteran Benefits Administration, Veteran Health Administration, National Cemetery Administration, and local Veterans Service Organizations will be on hand to provide information on topics such as Enrollment Eligibility, Disability Claims Process, and many more.

05/30/2026

As summer approaches, remember these final cooking temperatures for safe grilling:

• Burger 🍔 = 165°F
• Hot Dog 🌭 = 165°F
• Chicken 🍗 = 165°F
• Fish 🐟 = 145°F
• Steak 🥩 = 145°F

05/30/2026

Updated application link: https://www.va.gov/birmingham-health-care/work-with-us/volunteer-or-donate/

The Birmingham VA Health Care System has opened the annual Summer Youth Volunteer Program beginning June 15 through July 15, 2026.

The medical center is now accepting high school students aged 14 to 18 who have interest in the clinical and administrative medical fields. Volunteer opportunities include assignments ranging from (but not limited to) clerical support, patient es**rt, patient reminder calls, hospitality cart host, assist with department mail carrier service, and more.
Volunteer assignments are designed to assist various departments while learning about health care and VA. Students must complete at least 50 hours of service at a pace of no more than 24 hours per week.

To sign up or for more information, please call 205-933-4396 or email [email protected].

Applicants must complete an essay no more than 250 words as part of the application. Details are provided on the website indicated.

All interested youth must complete the Summer Student Youth Volunteer Application at the Birmingham VA website at https://www.va.gov/birmingham-health-care/work-with-us/volunteer-or-donate/.

05/29/2026

The Birmingham VA Health Care System has opened the annual Summer Youth Volunteer Program beginning June 15 through July 15, 2026.

The medical center is now accepting high school students aged 14 to 18 who have interest in the clinical and administrative medical fields. Volunteer opportunities include assignments ranging from (but not limited to) clerical support, patient es**rt, patient reminder calls, hospitality cart host, assist with department mail carrier service, and more.
Volunteer assignments are designed to assist various departments while learning about health care and VA. Students must complete at least 50 hours of service at a pace of no more than 24 hours per week.

To sign up or for more information, please call 205-933-4396 or email [email protected].

Applicants must complete an essay no more than 250 words as part of the application. Details are provided on the website indicated.

All interested youth must complete the Summer Student Youth Volunteer Application at the Birmingham VA website at https://www.va.gov/birmingham-health-care/work-with-us/volunteer-or-donate/

05/29/2026

Stay healthy this BBQ season with these food safety tips :

⏰ Don’t leave food out for more than 2 hours.

🧊 Refrigerate leftovers right away so that the internal temperature reaches 41°F or below within 6 hours.

🚫 Don’t take chances with your health! If you don’t know how long food has been sitting around, toss it out.

05/28/2026

Even if to***co use is part of your daily routine, or you’ve tried quitting before, or you’re worried about withdrawal symptoms, you have the power to reclaim your life.

Need guidance on how to stay away from to***co? Talk to trained quit coaches who will help you during any phase of quitting.

Call the VA to***co quitline at 1-855-QUIT-VET or visit Mentalhealth.va.gov/MENTALHEALTH/quit-to***co/quit-vet.asp

05/27/2026

05/26/2026

On May 19, the Birmingham VA Health Care System proudly recognized the dedicated volunteers who serve Veterans across our health care system during our annual Volunteer Recognition Luncheon. Collectively, our 109 active volunteers have contributed nearly 70,000 hours of service—making a difference in the lives of Veterans every single day.

Anyone who wishes to volunteer may visit https://www.va.gov/birmingham-health-care/work-with-us/volunteer-or-donate/ or call 205-933-4396 to learn how you can help.

Read our story: https://www.va.gov/birmingham-health-care/stories/volunteers-are-the-heart-of-our-mission/

05/26/2026

Is a Veteran in your life hesitant about reaching out for support?

Sometimes, hearing from someone who has been there makes all the difference.

Hear from Veterans about what encouraged them to seek mental health care. https://www.maketheconnection.net/MHM/

05/25/2026

On Memorial Day, we honor all who gave their lives defending our nation. Their sacrifice is remembered, today and always.

Veterans, their families, caregivers, survivors and the public are invited to honor fallen service members by attending ceremonies held nationally and locally.

View the list of Memorial Day observances: https://news.va.gov/146752/memorial-day-observations-events-across-nation/ #

We pause to pay tribute to their patriotism.