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health15 days ago•3 min saved

Protect Veteran Kidney Health: Screen Early This World Kidney Month

More than 1.4 million Veterans enrolled in VA health care live with chronic kidney disease. VA is urging early kidney screening—via a simple blood and urine test—because many with CKD do not have symptoms until later stages. Veterans face higher CKD risk from diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, and occupational or environmental exposures. Since 2019 VA has advanced CKD prevention and detection, updated guidelines with the DoD, expanded access to home dialysis, Telenephrology, genetic testing, and integrated kidney care teams. Veterans can support kidney health by following kidney-friendly diets (DASH or Mediterranean), consulting a dietitian, scheduling a screening, monitoring blood pressure and glucose, reviewing medications, and talking with their VA provider about personal risk.

via VA News (.gov)|

#health #kidney-disease #screening

health-care-eligibility-expansion2 years ago•17 min saved

"2024 PACT Act Expands VA Health Care Eligibility for Veterans Exposed to Toxins"

The PACT Act of 2024 expands health care eligibility for Veterans exposed to toxins or hazards while serving, allowing them to enroll directly in VA health care without first applying for VA benefits. This includes Veterans who served in Vietnam, the Gulf War, Iraq, Afghanistan, or any other combat zone after 9/11, as well as those who were exposed to toxins or hazards while training or on active duty in the United States. VA has provided a toolkit for stakeholders to share information about the expansion, emphasizing the importance of applying for care, as VA health care is proven to be the best and most affordable for Veterans.

via VA.gov Home | Veterans Affairs|

#eligibility-expansion #health-care-eligibility-expansion #pact-act

health-care2 years ago•3 min saved

"Expanded VA Health Care Coverage for Veterans Exposed to Environmental Hazards"

Millions of U.S. veterans will become eligible for VA health care starting March 5 under an accelerated effort to provide benefits and services to those exposed to toxic substances while serving. This expansion, mandated by the PACT Act, includes veterans who served in combat zones since the Vietnam War and those exposed to hazardous materials during training or operations. The VA aims to enroll these veterans in health care earlier than the 2032 deadline set by the law, providing access to toxic exposure screenings and specialty care if needed. The department is also increasing its workforce to meet the anticipated demand for services.

via Military.com|

#hazardous-materials #health-care #pact-act