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		<title>Local Features - Salem VA Medical Center</title>
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			<title>Veterans Events at Commonwealth Games of Virginia</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/Subway_Commonwealth_Games_of_Virginia.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 08:30:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/cwgames-tn.jpg" alt="Veterans will have 5 events, including archery, at the Commonwealth Games." title="Veterans will have 5 events, including archery, at the Commonwealth Games."><div>]]>The Subway Commonwealth Games of Virginia on July 20-21, 2013, will offer 5 sporting events with special Veterans Divisions:  Track and Field, Bowling, Archery, Shooting, and a 5K Run.<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:intro type="string">The Subway Commonwealth Games of Virginia on July 20-21, 2013, will offer 5 sporting events with special Veterans Divisions:  Track and Field, Bowling, Archery, Shooting, and a 5K Run.</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Commonwealth Games</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>The Subway Commonwealth Games of Virginia on July 20-21, 2013, will offer 5 sporting events with special Veterans Divisions:  Track and Field, Bowling, Archery, Shooting, and a 5K Run.</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>E-Donate is Simple, Speedy, Safe</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/E_Donate_is_Simple_Speedy_Safe.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Mon, 17 Jun 2013 14:45:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/Edonate_thumbnail.jpg" alt="E-Donate Hand and Heart Illustration" title="E-Donate Hand and Heart Illustration"><div>]]>The new E-Donate service allows community members who wish to give back to Veterans a quick, safe way to pledge their support online.  You choose the medical center, the amount, and the account.<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">E-Donate Hand and Heart Illustration</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">The new E-Donate service allows community members who wish to give back to Veterans a quick, safe way to pledge their support online.  You choose the medical center, the amount, and the account.</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Make a Difference:  E-Donate</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>The new E-Donate service allows community members who wish to give back to Veterans a quick, safe way to pledge their support online.  You choose the medical center, the amount, and the account.</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>We Have A New Look!</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/We_Have_A_New_Look.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Fri, 31 May 2013 10:00:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/VAMC-Redesign_180x130.jpg" alt="Web Site redesign" title="Web Site redesign"><div>]]>Our new look is designed to help you easily and quickly access information with intuitive and easy-to-use navigation. We know that you consider this website our front door. And we want you to feel welcome.<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">Web Site redesign</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">Our new look is designed to help you easily and quickly access information with intuitive and easy-to-use navigation. We know that you consider this website our front door. And we want you to feel welcome.</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">We Have A New Look</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>Our new look is designed to help you easily and quickly access information with intuitive and easy-to-use navigation. We know that you consider this website our front door. And we want you to feel welcome.</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>Salem VAMC 3rd Annual VA 2K Walk and Roll</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/Salem_VAMC_2nd_Annual_VA_2K_Walk_and_Roll.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Mon, 06 May 2013 15:00:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/va2k2011tn.jpg" alt="Last year&#39;s finish line!" title="Last year&#39;s finish line!"><div>]]>Join the fun - get exercise while benefitting Veterans who are homeless.<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">Last year&#39;s finish line!</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">Join the fun - get exercise while benefitting Veterans who are homeless.</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Salem VA 2K Walk and Roll</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>Join the fun - get exercise while benefitting Veterans who are homeless.</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>2013 Sexual Assault Awareness Walk</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/2013_Sexual_Assault_Awareness_Walk.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Thu, 04 Apr 2013 14:35:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/SAAMWalk-TN.jpg" alt="Sexual Assault Awareness t-shirts from the &#34;Clothesline Project&#34; on display in main lobby." title="Sexual Assault Awareness t-shirts from the &#34;Clothesline Project&#34; on display in main lobby."><div>]]>Join us in our 2013 Sexual Assault Awareness Walk on April 19 beginning with registration at 4:30p in front of Building 5 (Auditorium).<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">Sexual Assault Awareness t-shirts from the &#34;Clothesline Project&#34; on display in main lobby.</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">Join us in our 2013 Sexual Assault Awareness Walk on April 19 beginning with registration at 4:30p in front of Building 5 (Auditorium).</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">2013 SAA Walk</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>Join us in our 2013 Sexual Assault Awareness Walk on April 19 beginning with registration at 4:30p in front of Building 5 (Auditorium).</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>2013 Veterans Job Fair</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/2013_Veterans_Job_Fair.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Thu, 04 Apr 2013 11:55:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/JobFair2012TN.jpg" alt="Veterans speaking with local employers." title="Veterans speaking with local employers."><div>]]>In 2012, over 500 Veterans came out to the Regional Veterans Job Fair.  If you are a Veteran looking for employment come to the Salem VAMC Auditorium (Building 5) on April 30th between 9a-2p.<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">Veterans speaking with local employers.</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">In 2012, over 500 Veterans came out to the Regional Veterans Job Fair.  If you are a Veteran looking for employment come to the Salem VAMC Auditorium (Building 5) on April 30th between 9a-2p.</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">2013 Veterans Job Fair</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>In 2012, over 500 Veterans came out to the Regional Veterans Job Fair.  If you are a Veteran looking for employment come to the Salem VAMC Auditorium (Building 5) on April 30th between 9a-2p.</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>2013 Valentines for Veterans Concert</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/2013_Valentines_for_Veterans_Concert.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Fri, 04 Jan 2013 12:00:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/singletary_tn.jpg" alt="Country Music Artist Daryle Singletary" title="Country Music Artist Daryle Singletary"><div>]]>Country music artist, Daryle Singletary, will perform at the 2013 Valentines for Veterans Concert on February 12, 2013 at 7pm, at the Salem Civic Center.<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">Country Music Artist Daryle Singletary</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">Country music artist, Daryle Singletary, will perform at the 2013 Valentines for Veterans Concert on February 12, 2013 at 7pm, at the Salem Civic Center.</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">2013 Valentine Concert</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>Country music artist, Daryle Singletary, will perform at the 2013 Valentines for Veterans Concert on February 12, 2013 at 7pm, at the Salem Civic Center.</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>Stand Down for Homeless Veterans a Success</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/Stand_Down_for_Homeless_Veterans_a_Success.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Thu, 15 Nov 2012 14:35:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/tn_standdown12.jpg" alt="Hair Cuts and Beard Trims were some of the many services offered to Veterans" title="Hair Cuts and Beard Trims were some of the many services offered to Veterans"><div>]]>The 8th Annual Stand Down for Homeless Veterans on November 7, 2012 at the Salem Civic Center was a Success<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">Hair Cuts and Beard Trims were some of the many services offered to Veterans</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">The 8th Annual Stand Down for Homeless Veterans on November 7, 2012 at the Salem Civic Center was a Success</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Stand Down for Homeless</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>The 8th Annual Stand Down for Homeless Veterans on November 7, 2012 at the Salem Civic Center was a Success</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>Salem&#39;s Inpatient PTSD Unit - Renovation and Renewal</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/Salem_s_Specialized_Inpatient_PTSD_Unit.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Fri, 02 Nov 2012 15:45:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/tn_pstdinpatient.jpg" alt="Salem VAMC Inpatient PTSD Unit in Building 9." title="Salem VAMC Inpatient PTSD Unit in Building 9."><div>]]>Salem&#39;s Inpatient PTSD (posttraumatic stress disorder) Unit focuses on treatment and recovery for Veterans of all eras with combat-related PTSD or military sexual trauma.<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">Salem VAMC Inpatient PTSD Unit in Building 9.</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">Salem&#39;s Inpatient PTSD (posttraumatic stress disorder) Unit focuses on treatment and recovery for Veterans of all eras with combat-related PTSD or military sexual trauma.</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Salem Inpatient PTSD Unit</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>Salem&#39;s Inpatient PTSD (posttraumatic stress disorder) Unit focuses on treatment and recovery for Veterans of all eras with combat-related PTSD or military sexual trauma.</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>DMV2GO Ribbon Cutting at Salem</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/DMV2GO_Ribbon_Cutting_at_Salem.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Mon, 15 Oct 2012 12:45:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/DMV2GO101512tn.JPG" alt="The DMV2GO van will be at Salem VAMC October 15 from 9a-4p." title="The DMV2GO van will be at Salem VAMC October 15 from 9a-4p."><div>]]>The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is at Salem VAMC on Monday, October 15th to provide full services to Veterans, visitors, volunteers, and staff from 9a-4p in Parking Lot S. A ribbon cutting ceremony was held to celebrate this great service.<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">The DMV2GO van will be at Salem VAMC October 15 from 9a-4p.</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is at Salem VAMC on Monday, October 15th to provide full services to Veterans, visitors, volunteers, and staff from 9a-4p in Parking Lot S. A ribbon cutting ceremony was held to celebrate this great service.</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">DMV2GO Ribbon Cutting</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is at Salem VAMC on Monday, October 15th to provide full services to Veterans, visitors, volunteers, and staff from 9a-4p in Parking Lot S. A ribbon cutting ceremony was held to celebrate this great service.</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>Homeless Veterans Stand Down</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/Homeless_Veterans_Stand_Down.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Thu, 04 Oct 2012 14:50:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/homeless_tn.jpg" alt="Help for Homeless Veterans" title="Help for Homeless Veterans"><div>]]>VA is committed to assisting Veterans in need by participating in a community stand down for homeless veterans.<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">Help for Homeless Veterans</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">VA is committed to assisting Veterans in need by participating in a community stand down for homeless veterans.</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Stand Down</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>VA is committed to assisting Veterans in need by participating in a community stand down for homeless veterans.</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>Kinesiotherapy - A Therapy since WWII</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/Kinesiotherapy_A_Therapy_since_WWII.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Mon, 10 Sep 2012 15:40:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/KTWeek2tn2.jpg" alt="Veteran works out in KT Clinic" title="Veteran works out in KT Clinic"><div>]]>What do you know about KT?  Learn more during National KT Week, September 10-14.<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">Veteran works out in KT Clinic</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">What do you know about KT?  Learn more during National KT Week, September 10-14.</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Kinesiotherapy Week</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>What do you know about KT?  Learn more during National KT Week, September 10-14.</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>New Computer Technology Helps to Improve Veterans&#39; Lives</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/in2l.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Thu, 21 Jun 2012 16:00:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/tn_in2l.jpg" alt="iN2L computer in game mode" title="iN2L computer in game mode"><div>]]>The iN2L is a great interactive tool for the Salem VAMC.  Community Living Center residents are learning it&#8217;s never too late to enjoy computer technology.<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">iN2L computer in game mode</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">The iN2L is a great interactive tool for the Salem VAMC.  Community Living Center residents are learning it&#8217;s never too late to enjoy computer technology.</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">It&#39;s Never 2 Late...</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>The iN2L is a great interactive tool for the Salem VAMC.  Community Living Center residents are learning it&#8217;s never too late to enjoy computer technology.</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>Everybody Loves a Parade!</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/armedforcesparade.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Wed, 23 May 2012 09:45:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/tn_parade.jpg" alt="Kazim Shriner Band" title="Kazim Shriner Band"><div>]]>Community members from around Southwest Virginia came out to the Salem VA Medical Center in honor of Armed Forces Day on May 19 to put on a special parade for Salem Veterans. <![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">Kazim Shriner Band</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">Community members from around Southwest Virginia came out to the Salem VA Medical Center in honor of Armed Forces Day on May 19 to put on a special parade for Salem Veterans. </hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Everybody Loves a Parade!</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>Community members from around Southwest Virginia came out to the Salem VA Medical Center in honor of Armed Forces Day on May 19 to put on a special parade for Salem Veterans. </hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>Guitars for Vets</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/Guitars_for_Vets.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2012 15:00:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/guitars4vetstn.jpg" alt="Eight Veterans received free guitars!" title="Eight Veterans received free guitars!"><div>]]>Eight Veterans each received a free guitar after finishing a 10-week &#34;Guitars for Veterans&#34; program, hosted by the Salem VAMC<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">Eight Veterans received free guitars!</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">Eight Veterans each received a free guitar after finishing a 10-week &#34;Guitars for Veterans&#34; program, hosted by the Salem VAMC</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Guitars for Vets</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>Eight Veterans each received a free guitar after finishing a 10-week &#34;Guitars for Veterans&#34; program, hosted by the Salem VAMC</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>Veteran Volunteer Helps Other Heroes</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/volunteerweek1.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Thu, 12 Apr 2012 09:00:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/tn_frank.jpg" alt="Frank Kristoff, VTN Hospital Service Coordinator" title="Frank Kristoff, VTN Hospital Service Coordinator"><div>]]>Salem shines the spotlight on one of our outstanding Veteran volunteers who didn&#39;t stop serving his country when he hung up his uniform.<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">Frank Kristoff, VTN Hospital Service Coordinator</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">Salem shines the spotlight on one of our outstanding Veteran volunteers who didn&#39;t stop serving his country when he hung up his uniform.</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Veteran Volunteer </hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>Salem shines the spotlight on one of our outstanding Veteran volunteers who didn&#39;t stop serving his country when he hung up his uniform.</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>Regional Veterans Job Fair</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/Regional_Veterans_Job_Fair.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Mon, 19 Mar 2012 11:05:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/jobfair042512tn.jpg" alt="Job Fair" title="Job Fair"><div>]]>Salem VAMC, Virginia Employment Commission, Virginia Wounded Warrior Program, Roanoke VA Regional Office, and community service providers are partnering to sponsor a VETERANS ONLY Job Fair in the Auditorium on April 25 from 9a-2p.<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">Job Fair</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">Salem VAMC, Virginia Employment Commission, Virginia Wounded Warrior Program, Roanoke VA Regional Office, and community service providers are partnering to sponsor a VETERANS ONLY Job Fair in the Auditorium on April 25 from 9a-2p.</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Job Fair at Salem</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>Salem VAMC, Virginia Employment Commission, Virginia Wounded Warrior Program, Roanoke VA Regional Office, and community service providers are partnering to sponsor a VETERANS ONLY Job Fair in the Auditorium on April 25 from 9a-2p.</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>Aaron Tippin Visits Salem VAMC</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/Aaron_Tippin_Visits_Salem_VAMC.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:50:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/aarontippintn.jpg" alt="Aaron Tippin visited the Salem VAMC" title="Aaron Tippin visited the Salem VAMC"><div>]]>County Music star Aaron Tippin visited Salem VAMC Veterans, visitors, volunteers, and staff on February 9, 2012, prior to the Valentines for Veterans Concert at the Salem Civic Center.<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">Aaron Tippin visited the Salem VAMC</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">County Music star Aaron Tippin visited Salem VAMC Veterans, visitors, volunteers, and staff on February 9, 2012, prior to the Valentines for Veterans Concert at the Salem Civic Center.</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Aaron Tippin Visits Salem</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>County Music star Aaron Tippin visited Salem VAMC Veterans, visitors, volunteers, and staff on February 9, 2012, prior to the Valentines for Veterans Concert at the Salem Civic Center.</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>Beneficiary Travel Changes at Salem Effective April 15</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/Beneficiary_Travel_Goes_Cashless.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 08:50:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/salementrancetn.jpg" alt="Salem Entrance" title="Salem Entrance"><div>]]>Effective April 15, 2012, Salem VAMC is changing beneficiary travel mileage reimbursement from cash to an electronic funds transfer (EFT) process (direct deposit to the Veteran&#39;s bank), or a Treasury Check.<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">Salem Entrance</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">Effective April 15, 2012, Salem VAMC is changing beneficiary travel mileage reimbursement from cash to an electronic funds transfer (EFT) process (direct deposit to the Veteran&#39;s bank), or a Treasury Check.</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Travel Pay Changes</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>Effective April 15, 2012, Salem VAMC is changing beneficiary travel mileage reimbursement from cash to an electronic funds transfer (EFT) process (direct deposit to the Veteran&#39;s bank), or a Treasury Check.</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>Veterans Justice Outreach Program at Salem VAMC</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/Veterans_Justice_Outreach_Program_at_Salem_VAMC.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2011 12:00:00 EST</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/vjo121311tn.jpg" alt="On December 13, Salem VAMC hosted a Memorandum of Understanding signing ceremony for this new VJO program." title="On December 13, Salem VAMC hosted a Memorandum of Understanding signing ceremony for this new VJO program."><div>]]>Under a new VA initiative, the Salem VAMC in Salem, Virginia, now works in partnership with local law enforcement and courts to connect with eligible Veterans who may need treatment.<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">On December 13, Salem VAMC hosted a Memorandum of Understanding signing ceremony for this new VJO program.</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">Under a new VA initiative, the Salem VAMC in Salem, Virginia, now works in partnership with local law enforcement and courts to connect with eligible Veterans who may need treatment.</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Veterans Justice Outreach</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>Under a new VA initiative, the Salem VAMC in Salem, Virginia, now works in partnership with local law enforcement and courts to connect with eligible Veterans who may need treatment.</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>CWT Greenhouse</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/CWT_Greenhouse.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Mon, 21 Nov 2011 15:30:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/poinsettastn.jpg" alt="Poinsettias" title="Poinsettias"><div>]]>The Salem VAMC CWT Greenhouse is open to the public and sells plants and flowers grown and cared for by Veterans in the vocational program.<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">Poinsettias</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">The Salem VAMC CWT Greenhouse is open to the public and sells plants and flowers grown and cared for by Veterans in the vocational program.</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">CWT Greenhouse is Blooming!</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>The Salem VAMC CWT Greenhouse is open to the public and sells plants and flowers grown and cared for by Veterans in the vocational program.</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>Information about Scabies</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/Information_about_Scabies.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Mon, 07 Nov 2011 13:22:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/salemlobbytn.jpg" alt="Salem VAMC Main Lobby" title="Salem VAMC Main Lobby"><div>]]>Helpful information about Scabies<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">Salem VAMC Main Lobby</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">Helpful information about Scabies</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Information about Scabies</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>Helpful information about Scabies</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>Staunton CBOC Dedication</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/Staunton_CBOC_Dedication.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2011 15:50:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/StauntonCBOCrcTN.jpg" alt="VFW Post 10826 at the Staunton CBOC Ribbon Cutting Ceremony" title="VFW Post 10826 at the Staunton CBOC Ribbon Cutting Ceremony"><div>]]>A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on October 21, 2011 to dedicate the new Staunton Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC)<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">VFW Post 10826 at the Staunton CBOC Ribbon Cutting Ceremony</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on October 21, 2011 to dedicate the new Staunton Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC)</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Staunton CBOC Dedicated</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on October 21, 2011 to dedicate the new Staunton Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC)</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>Keeping Veterans and Employees Safe</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/safepatienthandling.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Fri, 14 Oct 2011 15:00:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/tn_trf.jpg" alt="Nurses demonstrate manual transfer of patient." title="Nurses demonstrate manual transfer of patient."><div>]]>Using older methods of patient transfer could easily cause injury and time lost from work.  Salem VAMC demonstrates some of the state of the art equipment used to reduce risk to employees and patients.<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">Nurses demonstrate manual transfer of patient.</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">Using older methods of patient transfer could easily cause injury and time lost from work.  Salem VAMC demonstrates some of the state of the art equipment used to reduce risk to employees and patients.</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Handle with Care</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>Using older methods of patient transfer could easily cause injury and time lost from work.  Salem VAMC demonstrates some of the state of the art equipment used to reduce risk to employees and patients.</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>Old professors (and Sailors) never just fade away&#8230; They continue to serve their fellow Veterans!</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/mhv_vol.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Wed, 14 Sep 2011 14:15:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/tn_mhv.jpg" alt="MyHealtheVet logo" title="MyHealtheVet logo"><div>]]>Old professors (and Sailors) never just fade away&#8230; They continue to serve their fellow Veterans! Wytheville CBOC volunteer Garland &#8220;Gar&#8221; Wiggs shares the story of how the VA helped him find his retirement dream job.<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">MyHealtheVet logo</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">Old professors (and Sailors) never just fade away&#8230; They continue to serve their fellow Veterans! Wytheville CBOC volunteer Garland &#8220;Gar&#8221; Wiggs shares the story of how the VA helped him find his retirement dream job.</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Volunteer finds Dream Job</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>Old professors (and Sailors) never just fade away&#8230; They continue to serve their fellow Veterans! Wytheville CBOC volunteer Garland &#8220;Gar&#8221; Wiggs shares the story of how the VA helped him find his retirement dream job.</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>Rural Health Team at Carroll County Fair</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/Rural_Health_Team_at_Carroll_County_Fair.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2011 14:40:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/ruralhealthflagTN.jpg" alt="Rural Health Flag" title="Rural Health Flag"><div>]]>Members of Salem VAMC&#39;s Rural Health Team will be at the Carroll County Fair in Hillsville on August 26th to provide information and health education to Veterans.<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">Rural Health Flag</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">Members of Salem VAMC&#39;s Rural Health Team will be at the Carroll County Fair in Hillsville on August 26th to provide information and health education to Veterans.</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Rural Health at Fair</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>Members of Salem VAMC&#39;s Rural Health Team will be at the Carroll County Fair in Hillsville on August 26th to provide information and health education to Veterans.</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>Welcome Home American Heroes Car Truck and Cycle Show</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/Welcome_Home_American_Heroes_Car_Truck_and_Cycle_Show.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2011 13:45:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/WelcomeHomeLoshTN.jpg" alt="A winner at last year&#39;s Car Truck and Cycle Show" title="A winner at last year&#39;s Car Truck and Cycle Show"><div>]]>The Welcome Home American Heroes 21st Annual Car Truck and Cycle Show sponsored by the Salem VAMC and Star City Cruisers will be held August 20, 2011.<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">A winner at last year&#39;s Car Truck and Cycle Show</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">The Welcome Home American Heroes 21st Annual Car Truck and Cycle Show sponsored by the Salem VAMC and Star City Cruisers will be held August 20, 2011.</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Welcome Home Event</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>The Welcome Home American Heroes 21st Annual Car Truck and Cycle Show sponsored by the Salem VAMC and Star City Cruisers will be held August 20, 2011.</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>Hudson is First Salem Patient to Test Secure Messaging</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/Hudson_is_First_Salem_Patient_to_Test_Secure_Messaging.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2011 14:03:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/mhvsecuresm.jpg" alt="Robert &#34;Louis&#34; Hudson is first Salem to test MHV Secure Messaging" title="Robert &#34;Louis&#34; Hudson is first Salem to test MHV Secure Messaging"><div>]]>Secure messaging is a new feature of My HealtheVet; it provides a personal and efficient way to communicate virtually with patients.<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">Robert &#34;Louis&#34; Hudson is first Salem to test MHV Secure Messaging</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">Secure messaging is a new feature of My HealtheVet; it provides a personal and efficient way to communicate virtually with patients.</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Hudson Tests Secure Messaging</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>Secure messaging is a new feature of My HealtheVet; it provides a personal and efficient way to communicate virtually with patients.</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>Salem VAMC holds ribbon cutting ceremony for Wytheville CBOC</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/Salem_VAMC_holds_ribbon_cutting_ceremony_for_Wytheville_CBOC.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Fri, 17 Jun 2011 15:40:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/wythevillededication-tn.jpg" alt="Ribbon cutting for Wytheville CBOC" title="Ribbon cutting for Wytheville CBOC"><div>]]>Salem VAMC holds ribbon cutting ceremony for Wytheville CBOC on June 16, 2011<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">Ribbon cutting for Wytheville CBOC</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">Salem VAMC holds ribbon cutting ceremony for Wytheville CBOC on June 16, 2011</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Wytheville CBOC</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>Salem VAMC holds ribbon cutting ceremony for Wytheville CBOC on June 16, 2011</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>Salem VAMC dedicates Center for Traumatic Stress</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/Salem_VAMC_dedicates_Center_for_Traumatic_Stress.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Fri, 17 Jun 2011 15:00:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/salemcts-tn.jpg" alt="Dedication of Salem CTS" title="Dedication of Salem CTS"><div>]]>Salem VAMC dedicated the new Center for Traumatic Stress on June 13, 2011<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">Dedication of Salem CTS</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">Salem VAMC dedicated the new Center for Traumatic Stress on June 13, 2011</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Center for Traumatic Stress</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>Salem VAMC dedicated the new Center for Traumatic Stress on June 13, 2011</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>Salem 2011 Memorial Day Activities</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/Salem_Memorial_Day_Activities.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Thu, 02 Jun 2011 09:45:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/tn_trumpet.jpg" alt="US Flags are reflected in the bell of James Fox&#39;s trumpet as he plays Taps at the Memorial Wreath Laying Ceremony." title="US Flags are reflected in the bell of James Fox&#39;s trumpet as he plays Taps at the Memorial Wreath Laying Ceremony."><div>]]>The Salem VAMC was buzzing with activity in the days leading up to Memorial Day 2011. Employees and visitors worked hard to make the week special for Salem Veterans and to honor those who served our Nation.<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagelink type="url">http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/tn_trumpet.jpg</hfs:imagelink> 
			<hfs:imagealt type="string">US Flags are reflected in the bell of James Fox&#39;s trumpet as he plays Taps at the Memorial Wreath Laying Ceremony.</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">The Salem VAMC was buzzing with activity in the days leading up to Memorial Day 2011. Employees and visitors worked hard to make the week special for Salem Veterans and to honor those who served our Nation.</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Memorial Day 2011 at Salem</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>The Salem VAMC was buzzing with activity in the days leading up to Memorial Day 2011. Employees and visitors worked hard to make the week special for Salem Veterans and to honor those who served our Nation.</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>Salem Nurse Practitioner Receives DNP through VA Initiative</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/nneigrad.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Thu, 19 May 2011 17:00:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/tn_taltongrad.jpg" alt="Dr. Cynthia Talton&#8217;s ODU Diploma" title="Dr. Cynthia Talton&#8217;s ODU Diploma"><div>]]>VA is committed to providing our Veterans with the best care, anywhere, and programs like the National Nursing Education Initiative (NNEI) are helping Salem achieve this goal. One Salem Nurse Practitioner recently received her Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Old Dominion University through the NNEI.<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">Dr. Cynthia Talton&#8217;s ODU Diploma</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">VA is committed to providing our Veterans with the best care, anywhere, and programs like the National Nursing Education Initiative (NNEI) are helping Salem achieve this goal. One Salem Nurse Practitioner recently received her Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Old Dominion University through the NNEI.</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Salem NP Receives Doctorate</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>VA is committed to providing our Veterans with the best care, anywhere, and programs like the National Nursing Education Initiative (NNEI) are helping Salem achieve this goal. One Salem Nurse Practitioner recently received her Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Old Dominion University through the NNEI.</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>Prince Hall Masons of Virginia Visit Salem Veterans</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/phmvisit.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Mon, 16 May 2011 09:00:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/tn_princehall.jpg" alt="Master Masons prepare plates of food to serve Veterans." title="Master Masons prepare plates of food to serve Veterans."><div>]]>There&#8217;s nothing like hot dogs, Bingo, and good company on a warm spring day and Salem Veterans were treated to all three by the Prince Hall Masons of Virginia.<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">Master Masons prepare plates of food to serve Veterans.</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">There&#8217;s nothing like hot dogs, Bingo, and good company on a warm spring day and Salem Veterans were treated to all three by the Prince Hall Masons of Virginia.</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Prince Hall Masons Visit</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>There&#8217;s nothing like hot dogs, Bingo, and good company on a warm spring day and Salem Veterans were treated to all three by the Prince Hall Masons of Virginia.</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>TELERETINAL IMAGING FOR VETERANS AT SALEM</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/teleretinalimaging.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Tue, 01 Feb 2011 10:00:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/tn_teleretinal.jpg" alt="A Veteran has a Teleretinal Image taken." title="A Veteran has a Teleretinal Image taken."><div>]]>Patients diagnosed with Diabetes should have their eyes checked annually; especially for diabetic retinopathy. Salem uses a quick, painless, and accurate way to check patients for this condition.    <![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">A Veteran has a Teleretinal Image taken.</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">Patients diagnosed with Diabetes should have their eyes checked annually; especially for diabetic retinopathy. Salem uses a quick, painless, and accurate way to check patients for this condition.    </hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Teleretinal Imaging</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>Patients diagnosed with Diabetes should have their eyes checked annually; especially for diabetic retinopathy. Salem uses a quick, painless, and accurate way to check patients for this condition.    </hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>Protect Your Privacy</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/protectprivacy.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Tue, 18 Jan 2011 15:30:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/tn_privacy.jpg" alt="VA Privacy Service Shield" title="VA Privacy Service Shield"><div>]]>Beware of scams asking for your personal information from sources claiming to be from the Department of Veterans Affairs. VA Privacy Service provides helpful information about how to protect your personal information.<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">VA Privacy Service Shield</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">Beware of scams asking for your personal information from sources claiming to be from the Department of Veterans Affairs. VA Privacy Service provides helpful information about how to protect your personal information.</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Beware of Scams!</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>Beware of scams asking for your personal information from sources claiming to be from the Department of Veterans Affairs. VA Privacy Service provides helpful information about how to protect your personal information.</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>Holiday Spirit is Alive at the Salem VAMC</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/HOLIDAY_SPIRIT_IS_ALIVE_AT_SALEM.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Thu, 23 Dec 2010 13:30:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/tn_holiday_spirit.jpg" alt="Holiday Artwork in the Emergency Department" title="Holiday Artwork in the Emergency Department"><div>]]>A winter chill is in the air and signs of the holiday are visible around every corner at the Salem VAMC. The employees in the Emergency Department have also been busy decking the halls, and decorating the walls!<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">Holiday Artwork in the Emergency Department</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">A winter chill is in the air and signs of the holiday are visible around every corner at the Salem VAMC. The employees in the Emergency Department have also been busy decking the halls, and decorating the walls!</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Holiday Spirit</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>A winter chill is in the air and signs of the holiday are visible around every corner at the Salem VAMC. The employees in the Emergency Department have also been busy decking the halls, and decorating the walls!</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>Gervais Recognized by Local DAR Chapter</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/Gervais.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Tue, 14 Dec 2010 16:00:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/TN-GERVAIS2.jpg" alt="Gervais (left) and Hadley (right) at DAR Award Meeting" title="Gervais (left) and Hadley (right) at DAR Award Meeting"><div>]]>Ms. Nicole Gervais, senior at Salem High School, was recently recognized as the Outstanding Youth Volunteer by the local Fort Lewis Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">Gervais (left) and Hadley (right) at DAR Award Meeting</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">Ms. Nicole Gervais, senior at Salem High School, was recently recognized as the Outstanding Youth Volunteer by the local Fort Lewis Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Gervais Recognized by DAR</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>Ms. Nicole Gervais, senior at Salem High School, was recently recognized as the Outstanding Youth Volunteer by the local Fort Lewis Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>A Wedding Story</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/A_Wedding_Story.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Tue, 02 Nov 2010 17:00:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/PatientweddingTN.jpg" alt="Landon Gill marries Gloria Campbell" title="Landon Gill marries Gloria Campbell"><div>]]>Salem Veteran Landon Gill marries long-time sweetheart of 28 years while a patient at the medical center.<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">Landon Gill marries Gloria Campbell</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">Salem Veteran Landon Gill marries long-time sweetheart of 28 years while a patient at the medical center.</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">A Wedding Story</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>Salem Veteran Landon Gill marries long-time sweetheart of 28 years while a patient at the medical center.</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>Seasonal Flu Vaccines</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/Seasonal_Flu_Vaccines.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Fri, 22 Oct 2010 12:00:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/Infection.jpg" alt="Get Your Flu Shot Today!" title="Get Your Flu Shot Today!"><div>]]>Seasonal Flu Vaccines<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">Get Your Flu Shot Today!</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">Seasonal Flu Vaccines</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Seasonal Flu Vaccines</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>Seasonal Flu Vaccines</hfs:indexdescription> 
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			<title>Secretary Shinseki visits Danville CBOC</title> 
			<link>http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/features/Secretary_Shinseki_visits_Danville_CBOC.asp</link> 
			<pubDate>Wed, 20 Oct 2010 08:00:00 EDT</pubDate> 
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.salem.va.gov/SALEM/images/Shinseki-Assad-Danville-webTN.jpg" alt="Secretary Shinseki and Salem&#39;s OEF/OIF Coordinator Shelby Assad" title="Secretary Shinseki and Salem&#39;s OEF/OIF Coordinator Shelby Assad"><div>]]>Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Eric Shinseki, visited the community based outpatient clinic in Danville, Virginia on Friday, October 1.  The Secretary met with Salem and Danville clinic staff, toured the facility, and viewed the telehealth capability at the clinic.<![CDATA[</div>]]></description> 
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			<hfs:imagealt type="string">Secretary Shinseki and Salem&#39;s OEF/OIF Coordinator Shelby Assad</hfs:imagealt> 
			<hfs:intro type="string">Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Eric Shinseki, visited the community based outpatient clinic in Danville, Virginia on Friday, October 1.  The Secretary met with Salem and Danville clinic staff, toured the facility, and viewed the telehealth capability at the clinic.</hfs:intro> 
			<hfs:titleshort type="string">Secretary visits Danville CBOC</hfs:titleshort> 
			<hfs:indexdescription>Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Eric Shinseki, visited the community based outpatient clinic in Danville, Virginia on Friday, October 1.  The Secretary met with Salem and Danville clinic staff, toured the facility, and viewed the telehealth capability at the clinic.</hfs:indexdescription> 
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