Busting misconceptions about toxic exposure screening
Learn common misconceptions of toxic exposure screening and the reality to debunk them
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Misconception #5: You don’t need the screening if you’ve already joined a VA environmental health registry.
Reality: The toxic exposure screening is not part of VA’s environmental health registries and does not serve as a registry evaluation. Learn about the differences between registries and the screening here.
Misconception #6: You don’t need to get your toxic exposure screening if you are already service-connected.
Reality: Regardless of your service-connection status, receiving the screening helps include your exposure concerns at the forefront of your health care. This allows your health care team to provide exposure-informed care throughout your lifetime.
You can ask about the toxic exposure screening at your next VA health care appointment. Contact your local VA facility and request a screening if you do not have an upcoming appointment.
