My HealtheVet Update | May 24, 2017

Easy access to health care information with a better understanding of appointments and medical conditions is something that every Veteran can appreciate. In January 2013, VA joined the OpenNotes movement. Veterans with a Premium My HealtheVet account can see their clinical visit notes (VA Notes). Those notes are a part of the Blue Button information in 'Download My Data'. Learn more. 

It can be hard to tell the difference between food allergy and food intolerance.  A food allergy occurs when a food you eat abnormally triggers your body's immune system. Food intolerance is a reaction to a food that does not involve the body's immune system. While the reaction may feel as if it is a food allergy, if the immune system is not responding, it is food intolerance. Learn more.

If you are managing or are going to manage your health, the HealtheLiving Assessment (HLA) can give you a bird’s eye view of your current health status. The HLA is a tool to help you assess the state of your health and your health risks. We all want to live a long and healthy life and this tool can help you on the path to be your healthiest. Learn more.

Did you know that smoking significantly affects mental health in a negative way? Research shows that smoking can increase feelings of anxiety, worsen the symptoms of PTSD, and even make medications less effective. If you make the move to quit smoking, you could lower your stress levels, decrease symptoms of depression and improve your mood. How can VA help? Learn more.

To continue to improve our services to you, we are updating the My HealtheVet Terms and Conditions. Beginning in late June, existing My HealtheVet account holders will be able to preview and accept the new Terms and Conditions, or choose 'Ask me later.' Learn more.