Dec. 17, 2025

Walter Reed Provides Tips on How to Beat Holiday Stress

While the holidays can be a joyful time, they can also bring stress and depression for many individuals as they balance work, family, and personal responsibilities.

Dec. 17, 2025

Floss daily for a healthier smile

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — While you brush your teeth every day, that’s only part of good dental care. Your toothbrush misses the tight spaces between your teeth where plaque builds up, and decay can take hold. Flossing fills this gap by getting into those hard-to-clean places. When you floss correctly, you remove harmful plaque and protect your gums from disease. This guide shows you the right way to floss so you can maintain a healthy smile.

Dec. 17, 2025

From Holiday Stress to Holiday Best: A Wellness Guide for Our Military Community

The holiday season is a time of celebration, connection, and reflection, but it can also bring increased stress, disruptions to routines, and challenges to maintaining healthy habits. Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center encourages service members, families, retirees, and community members to take proactive steps to care for their mental, nutritional, and physical health—and to take advantage of the many resources available on post and in the local area.

Dec. 18, 2025

LRMC Team Excels in Grueling Europe Best Medic Competition

Dec. 17, 2025 — LANDSTUHL, Germany – A team from Landstuhl Regional Medical Center (LRMC) once again demonstrated

Dec. 18, 2025

Cancer summit at Walter Reed focuses on prevention, warrior readiness

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, MD — The John P. Murtha Cancer Center (MCC) at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, the Department of War’s only Center of Excellence for cancer care, recently hosted its 2025 Cancer Prevention Summit at the medical center.

Dec. 18, 2025

Neurofeedback equipment improves treatment for TBI, other diagnoses

FORT CARSON, Colo. — The Fort Carson Intrepid Spirit Center recently received new neurofeedback equipment that will improve treatment for patients suffering from Traumatic Brain Injury or other psychological concerns. The neurofeedback equipment was provided through a generous contribution from the Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund, according to Public Health Service Cmdr. Sally Bobula, director of the Fort Carson ISC.

Dec. 18, 2025

Great-Grandson of Clinic Namesake Visits Lyster Army Health Clinic

Fort Rucker, AL — While many calls come into Lyster Army Health Clinic each day, one recently stood out: a call from Dave Ehlers, the great-grandson of Brig. Gen. Theodore Lyster, the clinic's namesake. Ehlers, traveling in the area, noticed a sign for Fort Rucker and seized the opportunity to see the clinic named after his great-grandfather. “When I realized, we're near Fort Rucker, I knew I needed to at least try to reach out and see if we could stop by,” he said.

Dec. 18, 2025

The Hidden Threat of Pertussis, Why the Community Should Stay Alert

The Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center urges the community to stay alert for the hidden threat of Pertussis.

Dec. 19, 2025

From Recovery to Readiness

FORT RILEY, Kansas — Master Sgt. Dawn Ho, a long-serving member of the Kansas Army National Guard, overcame a career-threatening injury and the deep sense of failure that followed by finding a new purpose during her recovery with the SRU, and ultimately earned a prestigious selection to the Sergeants Major Academy.

Dec. 22, 2025

Getting married? Here’s what you need to know about your TRICARE benefit

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Getting married is an exciting milestone in your life! It’s also a time when many changes come along, including changes to your health coverage. Whether you’re a service member, a retiree, or marrying someone who is, it’s important to understand how marriage can affect your TRICARE eligibility and coverage.