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In this issue:
 September 30, 2023. Are you a Veteran who deployed to a combat zone and never enrolled in VA health care? If you were discharged or released between September 11, 2001, and October 1, 2013, you may be eligible to enroll now during a special enrollment period. But act fast—the deadline to apply is September 30, 2023.
 Reaching out is tough. It is okay to ask for help.
As Suicide Prevention Month continues, the VA and Ad Council have released a new public service advertisement (PSA) as a part of the ongoing national “Don’t Wait. Reach Out.” campaign. The new materials, informed by and featuring Veterans, encourage Veterans to reach out before life’s challenges become overwhelming. Veterans were trained to put a mission or others before themselves, which can make it harder for Veterans to accept or ask for help. That’s why the new PSA poses the question: “When was the last time you asked for help?”
Don’t wait. Reach out. If you or a Veteran you know needs support, visit VA.gov/REACH for resources today.
We can all play a part in preventing suicide. Help us spread the word this Suicide Prevention month with the “Don’t Wait. Reach Out” campaign toolkit VA.gov/REACH/spread-the-word.
Veteran safety is important to VA. We care about YOU.
Suicide prevention is VA’s top clinical priority, and each of us play a crucial role. Our providers play one of those roles, conducting an annual suicide screening of all enrolled Veterans. The process ensures that all members of your health care team are equipped to identify Veterans at risk for suicide, connecting them to the lifesaving care they need. This annual screen could occur at any clinic across the hospital or clinics.
Veteran suicide prevention starts with YOU! Thank you for playing a crucial role in helping prevent Veteran suicide.
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It’s that time of year again! Fall is the start of flu season. Get a flu shot to protect yourself and those around you. Veterans enrolled in VA health care may get a free flu shot at their nearest VA health care facility or come to the George E. Wahlen VA Medical Center's annual drive-thru vaccination clinic. The clinic runs 10:00 am-2:00 pm, Monday through Friday (except for holidays), September 20 through November 3. Details can be found at Events | VA Salt Lake City Health Care | Veterans Affairs.
Learn more about the benefits of getting vaccinated and other ways you can help prevent the spread of flu this fall.
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 Veterans will no longer need to fast for most routine blood testing at VA medical centers and outpatient clinics.
The announcement came from the VA Office of Clinical Services, which highlighted that most routine blood tests, including those for managing high cholesterol and diabetes, no longer require overnight fasting for the results to be accurate.
To find out more about visit: Overnight fasting no longer required for most VA blood testing - VA News
Are you a caregiver of a Veteran? Are you a Veteran interested in making changes to your lifestyle but unable to attend in person programs? Check out what’s available at the Salt Lake VA by visiting: www.va.gov/salt-lake-city-health-care/programs/telehealth-services/telehealth-education
 Women have served the U.S. military since the American Revolution. They served combat, disguised as men during the American Revolution and Civil Wars. They served on the front lines during the World Wars.
This year, we celebrate 100 years of health care for women Veterans. Today, more than 2 million women Veterans live in America, and more than 600,000 women Veterans receive health care at VA each year. Here at the VA Salt Lake City Health Care System, we offer the full spectrum of comprehensive health and gender-specific care including gynecology, maternity care, childbirth education classes, postpartum support, ultrasounds, mammograms, lifestyle wellness services, mental health care and counseling.
To learn more about our services, and to refer yourself or another Veteran, please visit our Women Veteran Care page.
 Veterans can now refill their prescriptions (Rx) using the VA Health and Benefits mobile app. Existing users will need to download the latest version of the app to gain access to new features. If you don’t see the Prescriptions feature in the “Health Care” tab after you download the latest version, completely quit the app and open it again.
Just head to VA: Health and Benefits | VA Mobile to download the app.
Order your VA prescription refills directly from your smart phone if you are signed up for MyHealtheVet.
- You can request refills on eligible VA Prescriptions
- Track prescription refills and delivery
- View prescription history and additional medication information.
For more information visit: Prescription refill is now available via VA Health and Benefits mobile app - VA News
Conventional and Complementary Approaches to Health
The Whole Health model of care focuses on caring for the whole person. It includes both prevention of disease through self-care activities for overall health and well-being, and treating diseases.
Complementary Approaches
Complementary approaches to care are not used on their own but together with conventional medicine therefore “complementing” one another. Complementary approaches are useful in supporting self-care, healthy lifestyles, personal empowerment, and a sense of well-being.
Several complementary approaches to care offered in the VA include:
- Acupuncture
- Biofeedback
- Guided Imagery
- Meditation
- Clinical Hypnosis
- Medical Massage Therapy
- Yoga
- Tai Chi/Qi Gong
- Chiropractic Care (Primary Care Treatment)
Get started on your Whole Health Journey! For additional info and to sign up for classes and the Whole Health program, please call: 801-582-5991
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Now is the time to #LiveWholeHealth, click here to learn more about the VA Salt Lake City Whole program.
 The VA Salt Lake City Outreach team is committed to engaging with Veterans, caregivers, and community partners across our health care system serving 11 locations in Utah, Idaho, and Nevada.
September 22: South Jordan PACT Act Awareness Open House
September 27: Women Veterans Open House
October 4: Veterans Stand Down
Be sure to check back periodically on our social media channels and our events page: Events | VA Salt Lake City Health Care
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