What You Missed: Your Lab Results, Healthier Heart, Prevent Cancer, Medical Records, Exercise Intensity, Great American Spit Out

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Veterans Health Administration sent this bulletin at 02/19/2019 08:27 AM EST

Five Steps to a Healthier Heart

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Reduce Your Risk of Heart Disease

February is American Heart Month, a great time to take your health to heart. You have the power to reduce your risk of developing heart problems. You can start by taking five basic steps to improve your heart health. Learn more.
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Where are My VA Lab Test Results?

Accessing VA Lab test results is a popular feature Veterans use on My HealtheVet. It’s important to stay on top of your lab test results so that you can work with your provider to make decisions about your health. There are three ways to view lab test results. Learn more.
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Cancer: Diagnosing and Preventing

Cancer can be scary. It’s linked to genetics, the environment, your age, and pure chance. Since most cancers show no symptoms, regular screenings are your best defense. Even though cancer is a general term referring to more than 200 different diseases, there are three common types to be aware of. Learn more.
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Medical Records Anywhere… Anytime

All you need is a computer or mobile phone with internet connection and access is yours. Having your VA health record can help you better manage your health, avoid medical errors, and save time. Learn more.
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Choose the Best Exercise Intensity for You

Exercising is not always easy. Finding the time and motivation can be hard. One thing that can help is developing a regular physical activity plan. A plan can help you stay on track to lose weight and be more active. Learn more.
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Join the Great American Spit Out 2019

Have you thought about quitting smokeless tobacco recently? Doing it alone is not easy. Join Veterans across the country on February 21 for the Great American Spit Out. Take steps toward quitting smokeless tobacco products for good. Quitting smokeless tobacco is hard. But it helps if you have a plan. Learn more.

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