More women than ever are serving in the United States military. And the Veterans Administration is acknowledging it needs to better serve their health needs.
That’s as there is concern women veterans may be at heightened risk for pregnancy complications. To try and help some of Georgia’s most vulnerable pregnant veterans, the Atlanta VA Clinic invites them to a series of surprise baby showers.
More than a dozen volunteers in matching t-shirts mill around outside the entrance to the VA Clinic in Decatur. A folding table is piled high with party favors, gift bags and lots of baby stuff.
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