Veterans Survey Caregiver’s Survey Hello. I am Venita Ramirez, a medically retired U.S. Air Force veteran and doctoral candidate at the University of South Florida College of Public Health. If you answer yes to these questions, please participate in my research
By: Kurt Waterstradt Here we are again, that magical time of year. Okay, I’m biased. This is my favorite holiday season. It is the one time of year I feel really promotes joy, community, and happiness. Decorations go up, people come together, Christmas music fills the air (preferably Bing Crosby,
By KeishaMarie Douglas Well, friends, we made it! It’s the end of 2024! How are we feeling? Happy? Sad? Are we ready for new beginnings? Are we glad it’s over, or are we just going through the motions, dreading that everyday monotonousness? I want to be your veteran sister who
By JC LaVerde Body types and archetypes shape how we perceive ourselves—often in ways that exist only in our own minds unless others affirm them. From early on, we are bombarded with images of what it means to be “fit” or “athletic,” often defined by muscular builds, lean physiques, or
By Mary Peter It’s a pretty good lesson in life to avoid judging anything based only on what you may have seen or heard. That’s why some of the common misconceptions about service dogs and the veterans they serve is worth discussing. For those who are blind and need a
The process of managing disability claims can be intricate and challenging. It is not uncommon for veterans to overlook key details. This was evident in my initial 10% designation. Many years later, with guidance from an experienced former VA employee, my rating escalated to 80%; however, this was after a
GAMERS BRIGADE By Derek Waterford Video game addiction can have significant impacts on an individual’s life, affecting their health, relationships, and productivity. Addressing this issue requires a balanced and strategic approach. Here are some effective tips to combat video game addiction: Recognize the Problem – Understanding and acknowledging that there
By Kurt Waterstradt Food, the glue of humanity, is a survival need, community builder, and connection to nature. It’s omnipresent in celebration and sorrow. A family recipe is a preserved ancestry that’s celebrated as delicious, enticing aromas float from the kitchen during holiday gatherings. Let’s not forget about the ubiquitous
Urban Harvest Tips What are your needs? Don’t grow just for the sake of it. What is your budget? What are your food needs? What do you eat consistently? How much time do you want to dedicate? How many people does this need to support? Like so many aspects
BYWAYS By Kurt Waterstradt I have a serious sweet tooth and I love cereal. Obviously, this isn’t good for my overall health, but it’s something I’ve tried to manage, with some success, since I was a kid. Well, not as a kid, but as an adult near the midpoint of
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