My HealtheVet Update -- April 25, 2018

Veterans Health Administration sent this bulletin at 04/25/2018 07:14 AM EDT

X-rays and Other Medical Images Now Available on My HealtheVet

X-Rays, Mammograms, CT scans and MRIs can be viewed in My HealtheVet's newest feature, VA Medical Images and Reports. As part of the Blue Button choices available to Veterans with a Premium account, Veteran patients can view, download, and print many of their medical images and reports online. Learn more.

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Do You Know Your VA Prescription Options?

Are you one of the millions of Veterans that receives VA prescription medicines? Do you know all your refill options? VA provides you with safe and effective ways to refill your prescriptions. By phone, mail, or even online, receive your prescriptions from VA today. Learn more.

Alcohol: How Much is Too Much?

The My HealtheVet Alcohol Use Screening tool is a series of questions focusing on symptoms of alcohol dependence. The confidential results (not saved or recorded) will give you results based on your age, gender and drinking habits. It also provides suggestions for speaking with your health care provider. If you are unsure about how much alcohol you drink, now is a good time to learn if you are at risk. Learn more.

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Veterans Health Benefits Handbook is Available Online

Veterans registered with My HealtheVet can easily download and view their own personalized copy of their Veterans Health Benefits Handbook. This is one more way VA makes it easier to manage your health care online, 24/7. The Veterans Health Benefits Handbook is specifically tailored for you. The handbook provides detailed information about your VA health care benefits. Learn More.

Get Rid of Those Old Medications

If you're like millions of Americans, you have expired or unused medications. On Saturday, April 28th, National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day, you can help protect your family and community by disposing of old medications properly. This Saturday all across the U.S. there will be places for you to dispose of them safely. Do some Spring cleaning in your medicine cabinets and get rid of expired or unused medicine. Learn more.

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It’s Not Too Late for a Flu Shot

Although peak flu season is from November through March, many states are still seeing widespread flu. The Center for Disease and Control recommends getting vaccinated until June 30. The flu can make people more vulnerable to infections like bacterial pneumonia, so if you are over 65, get your flu shot. Learn more.

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