 
Beginning mid-April 2025, VA Long Beach Healthcare System Outpatient Pharmacy will transition from traditional printed prescription paperwork to digital, paperless medication information. Veterans can now simply use their smartphone to scan the QR code on the prescription bottle label to access the medication information.
Accessing paperless medication information is not only fast, but secure as well. Short video and text information is available anytime and anywhere. Printed medication information can be made available upon request.
 
The Healthy Living Message for April is Be Involved in your Health Care. What's important to know?
Playing an active role in your health care is key to meeting your health goals. To get the most out of your visit, plan the questions you want to ask and the things you want to discuss. When you leave your visit, know what actions to take to best manage your health. Here are some specific ways to be more involved:
Before your visit:
- Write down your health goals, needs, questions, and concerns.
- Make a list of all the medicines you take, as well as vitamins and supplements.
- Get additional information from the Veterans Health Library and My HealtheVet.
During your visit:
- Tell your team about your health goals, needs, and treatment preferences.
- Share any health questions and concerns with your team at the beginning of your visit.
- Tell your team about your past illnesses, hospital stays, surgeries, and any other health issues you may be experiencing.
- Share your list of medicines and why you take them. Ask for written instructions to take home with you for any current or new medicines.
- Work together with your team to create a treatment plan that meets your health goals, needs, preferences, and that addresses what matters most to you.
- Take notes about what you and your health care team discuss and decide. Bring a family member or friend to help.
- Ask about next steps in your health care plan, such as additional appointments and treatments or how you will access test results.
- Share steps that you plan to take to reach your health goals. If you are unsure, ask your team for help in identifying specific actions you might take to follow through with your plan.
- Ask your team any other questions you have at the end of your visit. Speak up if you have concerns or think something is wrong.
After your visit:
- Get additional information from the Veterans Health Library and My HealtheVet.
- Tell your team if you have more questions or concerns, or if there is a change in your health.
Want to know more?
If you want to learn more about how to be involved in your health care, talk with your VA health care team. They can help you make changes to live healthier and meet your goals.
You can find additional information and resources at VA’s Prevention website.
Live your best life with VA Whole Health! Over 2 million Veterans have started their journey to better health and wellness through VA’s Whole Health. Whole Health goes beyond symptoms and diagnoses to address your well-being in all areas of your life. It includes conventional and complementary therapies and help with self-care. David, Annetta, and Harley share how Whole Health supported their goals in this 1:11 minute video.
Learn more about all of the different Whole Health resources available at VA Long Beach Healthcare System through the Introduction to Whole Health Class. To enroll, call (562) 826-8000, ext. 1-8670 or ask your healthcare team to place a Whole Health consult for you today!
 
 This National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day allows Veterans to dispose of prescription drugs safely, conveniently, and responsibly.
Saturday, April 26, 2024
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Collection Locations:
Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center
5901 E 7th St. Long Beach, CA 90822
Lobby of Buildings 126 and 164
More than 3 million pounds, or 1,733 tons, of prescription medications have been collected in past take-back days.
For more information, call 1-800-882-9539.
 
 When: April 12, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Where: 1825 E. Via Burton, Anaheim, CA
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 When: April 17, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Long Beach Workforce Innovation Network Adult Career Services Center, 4811 Airport Plaza Dr., Long Beach, CA 90815
Register today!
 When: April 19, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Where: La Bonita Park, 1440 W. Whittier Blvd., La Habra, CA 90631
For event updates, follow @LaHabraRecreationDivision on Facebook or Instagram or visit the La Habra Recreation Division website.
 
Download the Federal Benefits for Veterans, Dependents and Survivors handbook online or pick up a printed copy at your local medical center, regional office or Vet Center for free.
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