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Resources by Topic: Veterans

Health Workforce Footprint Map
Interactive mapping application providing a comprehensive view of Bureau of Health Workforce (BHW) assets, including BHW program sites, in-service BHW program participants, submitted eligible BHW applications, Health Professional Shortage Areas, and other health workforce datasets. Key data sets are updated daily.
Type: Map/Mapping System
Sponsoring organization: Health Resources and Services Administration
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Veterans Crisis Line
Hotline offers 24/7 support for veterans and their families. Connects veterans to counseling, support, and healthcare in times of crisis. Allows veterans to access support through call, text, or online chat.
Type: Hotline
Sponsoring organization: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
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Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Eligibility and Access
Interactive maps exploring Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) eligibility and utilization. Compares county-level statistics to state-level data. Provides county-level estimates of participants and non-participants by age, race/ethnicity, presence and age of children, health insurance coverage, and veteran status.
Type: Map/Mapping System
Sponsoring organization: U.S. Census Bureau
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National Indian Health Board Tribal Data Project
Presents a series of maps illustrating American Indian and Alaska Native populations by a number of demographic and health-related measures. Includes maps detailing population, mortality, and veteran status, among others measures.
Type: Map/Mapping System
Sponsoring organization: National Indian Health Board
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COVID-19 Guidance for Community Providers
Highlights guidance and support for community providers caring for veterans during the COVID-19 pandemic. Discusses care specifically for COVID-19 and general care during the pandemic. Includes training and best practices for clinicians.
Type: Website
Sponsoring organization: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
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HRSA Map Tool
A map-based interface for viewing a variety of Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) programs and grant awards, as well as supporting data from other sources. Includes data for rural health areas, border counties, the U.S.-Mexico Border Health Initiative region, and more. Other items available to map include health workforce shortage areas, healthcare facility locations, and poverty data.
Type: Map/Mapping System
Sponsoring organization: Health Resources and Services Administration
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North Dakota Suicide Prevention Plan 2017-2020
Discusses suicide and suicide prevention efforts in North Dakota. Provides information for LGBTQ+, American Indian, and veteran populations. Highlights goals and strategies for prevention.
Type: Document
Sponsoring organizations: North Dakota Department of Health, North Dakota Suicide Prevention Coalition
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HSR&D News
Presents the latest news, publications, and monthly features pertaining to research and development from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
Type: Website
Sponsoring organization: VA Health Services Research & Development Service
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Utah Health Centers (CHC, FQHC, RHC, and VA) Map
Interactive map providing information on community health centers, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), Rural Health Clinics (RHCs), and Veteran Affairs Health Centers (VA) in Utah.
Type: Map/Mapping System
Sponsoring organization: Utah Office of Primary Care and Rural Health
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Rural Data Explorer
Interactive map for exploring county-level data on issues that impact rural health, including rural demographics, health disparities, the health workforce, and other topics.
Type: Tool
Sponsoring organization: Rural Health Information Hub
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