Miami VA Healthcare System

Health Education

Health education is any combination of learning experiences designed to help individuals and communities improve their health, by increasing their knowledge or influencing their attitudes (World Health Organization, WHO). 

Veteran Health Education Information Program (VHEIP)

The VHEIP is committed to helping Veterans, families, caregivers understand their health needs and make informed decisions.

Quick-Access to Veteran Health Education

Chronic Conditions

• Arthritis 
• COPD 
  • Zones for COPD Management
• Diabetes
  • Preventing diabetes  
  • Understanding type 2 diabetes  
  • High Blood Sugar   
  • Low Blood Sugar 
  • Zones for Diabetes Management
• GERD 
• Healthy Eating
  • 4 steps for eating healthier 
  • High fiber diet 
  • Tips for using less salt 
• Heart Disease
  • Risk factors for heart disease 
  • What is heart failure 
  • Zones for Heart Failure Management
• Hypertension
  • What is high blood pressure   
  • Home blood pressure monitoring  
  • Zones for Hypertension Management
• Influenza (Flu)
  • Vaccine information statements - English | Spanish | other languages
  • Flu and COVID-19
• Pain
  • Managing chronic pain with exercise 
  • Chronic pain education videos 
  • Understanding Chronic Pain 

Cancer Treatment

• Chemotheraphy
• Colorectal Cancer Screening 
• Nutrition for the person with cancer during treatment

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

COVID-19 ED Discharge Instructions

• 10 things to manage your COVID-19 symptoms at home
• Isolation vs. Quarantine
• What to do if you are sick with COVID-19
• Disinfecting Your Home

National Patient Safety Goal

• Handwashing 
• Pressure Injury Prevention 
• Falls safety 
• Immunization Schedules 
• Joint Commission Speak Up About Your Care - English | Spanish 
• Joint Commission Speak Up About Your Rights - English | Spanish 

Physical Activity
   Move Your Way
   Fact Sheet for Adults
   Get Motivated

Tinnitus

• About Tinnitus - English | Spanish
• Understanding Tinnitus

Tobacco Cessation 

Whole Health

Women's Health

Our Commitment to Education

The Miami VA Healthcare System has strong affiliations with many universities and colleges in our service area.

Internet Medical Information Disclaimer

Please note that the information provided is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your physician regarding any medical treatments or any health related questions you may have.