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Houston first in VA health care system to implant amulet device that helps prevent stroke
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Doctors at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center (MEDVAMC) became the first in the VA to implant a special device aimed at preventing strokes in Veteran patients.
The device, called the Amulet, catches blood clots before they reach the blood stream and eliminates the need for blood-thinning medication.
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New VA Access to Care website
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| VA has launched an improved Access to Care website that offers a simplified, user-friendly experience, making it easier for Veterans to make informed decisions as they plan their health care appointments. VA launches improved Access to Care website |
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| New Veterans Crisis Line phone number |
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Veterans now have the option to Dial 988 then Press 1 to connect with caring, qualified responders for 24/7 crisis support.
While Dial 988 then Press 1 is a new option for contacting the Veterans Crisis Line, the original number: 1-800-273-8255 and press 1, remains available.
Veterans can continue to reach out via chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat or by text to 838255.
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| Mobile check-in for appointments |
| Houston VA offers you the opportunity to check-in for appointments using your smartphone. The new patient check-in application has two options: pre-check-in and mobile check-in. Learn More
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| VA Health and Benefits mobile app |
| VA’s Health and Benefits mobile app puts your health and benefits at your fingertips. Manage health care appointments and claims, upload documentation, locate VA facilities, and more — securely and easily, directly from your phone. Download Today
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| ‘Camouflaged Sistas’ Women Veterans group |
| In an effort to better serve women Veterans in our city, the Houston Southwest Vet Center will be offering a new women’s group (Camouflaged Sistas). This group is open to all Vet Center eligible women veterans and meets weekly on Tuesdays at 2:30 p.m. or 5:30 p.m. Learn More |
| Patient Transport contact information |
| Veterans needing wheelchair assistance/transportation to your appointment can contact patient transport at 713-791-1414 with the following extensions: 27724, 24127, 23302. |
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