ReShare: US veterans can now use an iPhone to access their health records

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This is good new for those using the VA system. You can also check here for other systems that are participating in Apple’s Health app. For example, I am with Kaiser Permanente Washington. A day or so after any office visit (whether with my PCP or a specialist), I get a notification on my iPhone, and then the records show up in the app–and vitals are included in my health data.

In the wake of a test this summer, any veteran receiving care through the Veterans Health Administration can use Apple’s Health app on iOS to pull up their medical data. You can check lab results, medications and other data in one place without having to get printed copies or otherwise walk through an elaborate process. This includes care across multiple providers, whether it’s Johns Hopkins or UC San Diego.

Source: US veterans can now use an iPhone to access their health records | Engadget