Preventative Care

Why I get my health care at VA: Air Force Veteran Tom
When doctors in the private sector couldn't diagnose Tom, VA stepped in and figured out what was wrong. VA has cared for him ever since.
#VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Charles Bud Bellew
Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Army Veteran Charles Bud Bellew, who served for 20 years as a preventive medicine specialist.
Take a preventive approach to health care at VA
VA’s patient care model puts a special emphasis on preventive care, and providers are given the tools and support to focus on preventing disease.
VA offers live virtual training to service women
VA’s Women’s Health Transition Training provides valuable information about how to enroll in VA benefits and VA women’s health care services…beyond general preventative care and wellness.
Veterans: An annual physical could save your life
At your next physical, discuss your personal and medical history with your VA doctor. Resources such as My HealtheVet can help you prepare for an exam and communicate securely with your care team.
An annual physical saved one Veteran’s life
Discussing his personal and medical history saved a Veteran’s life. Resources such as MyHealtheVet can help you prepare for an exam and communicate securely with your care team.
#RouteVA Road Trip: preventing disease through better oral care
Today, #RouteVA takes us to the Salem VA Medical Center, [...]

Why I get my health care at VA: Air Force Veteran Tom