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Good care from VA

Sun., Aug. 9, 2009

The Spokesman-Review

My doctor recently prescribed a new medicine to control my high blood pressure. I was getting a reaction to my old one. The VA (Veterans Affairs Medical Center) did not supply the new one, but they checked and called me back later and had a combination to fit the bill.

They have saved me a lot. The new drug was several times more expensive. I wish to thank the VA for taking the extra step.

I have always received very good care from the VA.

Joe M. Martella

Airway Heights

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