Health.mil – To reduce risk of acquiring a mosquito borne disease, service members, family members, and Department of Defense civilians should follow the three “Ds” of mosquito protection: Drain, Dress and Defend. While there has been a general decline in the rates of Vector-borne diseases (VBDs) among the military over the past decades, medical cases of these diseases still occur and two of the VBDs most often experienced by the military
VA News – If you are an eligible American Indian/Alaska Native Veteran, you no longer have to make co-payments for health care and urgent care received through VA. So far, more than 4,000 Native Veterans have been approved for this exemption. VA established the Office of Tribal Health to provide outreach in your community and/or attend an event to help with co-payment exemption applications, send an email to VHAOfficeofTribalHealth@va.gov. You can
VA News – Summer has arrived, meaning hot days and more time outside, and adults 60 years and older are at increased risk for dehydration related to a drop in thirst levels and lower muscle mass. Hydration is important for controlling body temperature, supporting brain health and can even help with reducing joint pain. If you don’t enjoy drinking water, then milk, juice, sports drinks, herbal teas and coffee can all
VA News – Women’s Health Awareness Month is an excellent opportunity for women Veterans to consider making informed nutrition and lifestyle choices to prevent high-risk conditions and improve their overall health. It’s important to speak up for yourself and be your own advocate when dealing with health issues. VA facilities across the country offer specialized programs that support women’s health, with many VA facilities also having lifestyle education classes. If you’re
Veteran Check In – Peer networks provide veterans support through empowering social connectedness, purpose-driven living, and overall health & well-being. Connect with a Veteran Wellness Alliance peer network in your community today! Do you find yourself having trouble focusing, concentrating, or remembering things? Are you struggling with sleep, headaches, loss of energy or appetite, or substance abuse? Have you experienced a disruptive life event such as a break-up or divorce, the death of
DigitalVA – More than one million Veterans navigate the world with low vision or blindness, and the VA actively seeks and implements cutting-edge assistive technology to help Veterans with low vision and blindness reclaim their independence and thrive. Remarkable advancements have reshaped the accessibility landscape and VA apps are evolving to offer intuitive audio interfaces. These improvements paint a picture of a future where technology serves as a bridge, not a
VA News – Travel planning can feel overwhelming, especially if you have complex health needs. Whether you’re traveling in-state or out of the country, My HealtheVet, VA’s online patient portal, makes it easy to manage your health care. VA highly recommends that you notify your health care team four to six weeks before travel, particularly if you need medication refills or regular medical appointments.
VA News – Colorectal cancer is one of the leading cancer killers, and it often has no symptoms. That is why getting screened regularly for colorectal cancer is so important, because it really prevents and decreases mortality. Dr. Jesse Ehrenfeld, president of the American Medical Association and a Navy Veteran, just turned 45 and did what we should all do at that age: Get a colonoscopy. “I don’t know if looking
VA News – VA’s Veteran Employment Through Technology Education Courses (VET TEC), an innovative program to pair Veterans and transitioning service members with high-technology programs, is coming to an end this April. Over the five-year program, more than 14,000 VET TEC beneficiaries completed this pilot program which provided opportunities for Veterans to obtain the technology skills sought by today’s top employers, with an average starting annual salary of $65,000. Individuals with questions
Military Health System – The six pillars of lifestyle and performance medicine provide a framework that can be personalized to individual health challenges, and these best practices continue to spread throughout care in the Military Health System. The practice of lifestyle and performance medicine offers ways to be healthier by enhancing a multitude of areas of your life through six key pillars, helping you live longer with fewer chronic diseases, feel
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