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Going all in with VA MOVE! Program

AI-assisted summary ·Source: VA News — reporting by Nikki Verbeck ·Thursday, July 23, 2026 ·1 min read

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Marine Veteran Edward Chavez turned his health around with VA’s MOVE! Program, losing 40 pounds in five months

When serious health issues began to surface, Marine Veteran Edward Chavez knew he was facing a turning point in his life.

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The success of Marine Veteran Edward Chavez in VA's MOVE! Program highlights the importance of comprehensive lifestyle interventions in addressing the complex health needs of veterans. By combining nutrition, physical activity, and behavior change, the MOVE! Program provides a holistic approach to weight management and overall health improvement. Chavez's experience demonstrates the value of a supportive care team, including his VA primary care team and TeleMOVE! Care Coordinator, in facilitating meaningful lifestyle changes. The program's emphasis on permanent shifts in behavior, rather than temporary fixes, also contributed to Chavez's sustained progress. As veterans often face unique health challenges, the MOVE! Program serves as a valuable resource for those seeking to improve their health and wellbeing. Veterans struggling with weight management or related health issues may benefit from exploring the MOVE! Program, and can reach out to their VA primary care team for more information.

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