Oct. 7, 2024

DOD Announces Health Care Supplement Program Pilot for DOD Civilian Employees in Japan

PENTAGON — The Department of Defense (DOD) today announced a one-year pilot program to provide no-cost supplemental health support services to DOD civilian employees serving in Japan after a yearlong effort to identify and address concerns regarding access to medical care.

Oct. 7, 2024

Darnall hosts Change of Responsibility, retires fifth generation Soldier

FORT CAVAZOS, Texas – The Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center held a Change of Responsibility ceremony marking a significant leadership transition and the end of a military career Oct. 2. Outgoing Command Sgt. Maj. Anthony K. Forker Jr., CRDAMC senior enlisted advisor, relinquished his position to Command Sgt. Maj. Antonio Davis, who will serve as interim command sergeant major until early 2025.

Oct. 7, 2024

Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center Hosts 9th Annual Baby Expo

Fort Cavazos, Texas — The 9th Annual Baby Expo at Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center (CRDAMC), on Oct.5, offered expecting parents and families a day filled with education, fun, and invaluable resources. The event attracted a diverse group of first-time parents, military spouses, and healthcare professionals, all focused on ensuring a positive experience for growing families.

Oct. 8, 2024

Learn How Referrals and Specialty Care Will Work as New TRICARE Contracts Start in 2025

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Health care delivery under new TRICARE contracts starts on Jan. 1, 2025. These new contracts will improve quality and access for beneficiaries in the United States by enhancing referral management and access to specialty care. Learn more about what to expect starting Jan. 1.

Oct. 8, 2024

Changemakers...in the Culture of Caring

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas — The 59th Medical Wing's "Changemakers" series features members who are impacting our organization in a positive way.

Oct. 8, 2024

Tripler Army Medical Center NCO Induction Ceremony

Tripler Army Medical Center — U.S. Army Sgt. Allison Tucker assigned to the Preventive Medicine Team, Tripler Army Medical Cent, walks through the Noncommissioned Officer (NCO) arch during the noncommissioned officer induction ceremony at TAMC, October 8, 2024. The NCO induction ceremony celebrates newly promoted members of the professional noncommissioned officer corps, showing the pride and tradition shared among its members. (Defense Health Agency photo by Hugh Fleming)

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.)