Be ready for the holidays with My HealtheVet
Manage your care from home or on the go
If you travel for the holidays or go south for the winter, you may have a routine or checklist that helps you prepare. But does your preparation include managing your healthcare? It's important to make sure you have your medications and won’t miss appointments.
Even a holiday at home can mean changes to your routine, or additional questions about your health. With My HealtheVet, it’s easy to manage your care from wherever you are.
Manage your medications
Be sure to check that you’ll have enough of your medications to last you through a holiday, especially if you'll be away from home. Refill your prescriptions with My HealtheVet online. Request refills at least 15 days before running out of medications to make sure they arrive before your trip.
Track your delivery and sign up for notifications to see when your medications will arrive. Talk with your doctor if you’ll need refills while traveling domestically. Contact your VA pharmacy to provide the travel dates and address you’ll use for mail.
Your medication list on My HealtheVet can double as a packing checklist. Use the list to make sure you don’t forget your VA prescriptions.
Learn more about managing your medications on My HealtheVet
Check your appointment schedule
It’s normal to book certain appointments months in advance. It can be easy to forget those dates when you schedule trips or are hosting friends and family. Before the festivities, check to make sure you’re not going to miss a visit.
Review your VA appointments and some community appointments. You can see the date, time, and type of appointment.
If you have appointments during your travels, you can re-schedule or cancel some online. Always check with your doctor before canceling an appointment in case you’ll be away for a while.
Learn more about managing appointments on My HealtheVet
Get your questions answered
Planning a trip can bring up questions about your health. For example, you might need to know how to take medication if you’re changing time zones. Or maybe you want to ask about precautions to avoid getting sick.
Your VA health care team has answers that can help you travel more safely. Send your doctor a secure message to ask your questions. Use their answers to ensure you’re prepared for your trip.
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