Oct. 9, 2024

Walter Reed nurse transfers elite athletic skills, drive to nursing career

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, Md — U.S. Army 2nd Lt. Sophia Gulotti graduated from the Clinical Nurse Transition Program (CNTP) at Walter Reed on Oct. 4, gaining greater knowledge as a medical-surgical nurse while providing care to Military Health System (MHS) beneficiaries and working alongside more experienced nurses as mentors.

Oct. 10, 2024

Live in the West Region? Update Your TRICARE Payment Information With TriWest

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Do you currently live in the West Region? Or, do you live in one of the six states (Arkansas, Illinois, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Texas, Wisconsin) moving to the West Region in 2025? If you pay for your TRICARE coverage via credit card or bank electronic funds transfer, you can now securely give your recurring payment information to the incoming West Region contractor, TriWest Healthcare Alliance.

Oct. 10, 2024

Lyster Aviation Medicine Clinic delivers targeted care

Fort Novosel, AL — Army Aviators are subject to various physical and psychological stresses, timely access to specialized medical care is essential to address these challenges and maintain optimal performance. Specialized care teams within a military treatment facility that focus on the unique needs of aviators can improve access to appropriate care.

Oct. 10, 2024

TAMC Medical Readiness Battalion Change of Responsibility

Tripler Army Medical Center — U.S. Army Master Sgt. William Booth (center) holds the Battalion Colors during the Medical Readiness Battalion, Jawaoo Change of Responsibility ceremony Oct. 10, 2024, at Tripler Army Medical Center. Command Sgt. Maj. Renee M. Butler became the unit's new Command Sergeant Major, succeeding Command Sgt. Maj. Amanda N. Miller. (Defense Health Agency photo by Crizalmer Caraang Jr.)

Oct. 15, 2024

55th MDG’s Mighty Medics treat Hondurans & train military

OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, Neb. — Six 55th Medical Group members participated in Amistad 24 training Aug. 4-16 at 1st Battalion Marine Base in La Ceiba, Honduras.

Oct. 16, 2024

Womack’s Walk to Remember Honors Memory of Lost Children

For Jennifer Hartman, losing her child was the single most traumatic thing in her life. Thanks to the annual Walk to Remember event at Womack Army Medical Center held Tuesday evening, she is better able to deal with her grief and make the load a little lighter.

Oct. 16, 2024

Unlock Your Health by Scheduling a TRICARE Well-Woman Exam

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — With TRICARE, you have access to a wide range of preventive care specific to your needs. For women, this includes comprehensive services like an annual well-woman exam.

Oct. 16, 2024

Flu shots available at Wilford Hall

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas — All TRICARE beneficiaries can receive their influenza vaccine at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center

Oct. 17, 2024

German doctor who strengthened host-nation medical partnership with LRMC retires

HOMBURG, Germany — Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, the largest overseas U.S. hospital and the only one with the distinction of being a Level II Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons is also certified by the German Trauma Network as a regional Level II Trauma Center. It is the only U.S. medical facility that is dual-certified in the U.S. and a host nation.

Oct. 17, 2024

Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones: Get Your Flu Shot With TRICARE

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — The fall and winter months bring an increased risk of respiratory illnesses, including flu, COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus. Getting your flu shot is an easy way to help ward off illness. The vaccine lowers your chance of getting sick, going to the hospital, or even dying from the flu.