April 17, 2025

Womack’s Virtual Battlefield Preps Lifesavers for Real Combat

FORT BRAGG, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES — FORT BRAGG, NC – A soldier lies bleeding on the ground with several injuries. Nurses rush onto the scene and in an effort to save his life, they begin pulling supplies from their medical kits. Fortunately, on this day the scenario is not real, but the lessons learned by it will be an invaluable tool they will carry with them throughout their careers.

April 17, 2025

A.T. Augusta Military Medical Center Launches Innovative Behavioral Health “Drop-In” Clinics to Enhance Employee Wellness

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — In a bold and timely response to the growing need for mental health support among healthcare professionals, the Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center (ATAMMC) is excited to announce the launch of its inaugural behavioral health “Drop-In” Clinics. These clinics are designed to provide staff with a safe, informal environment for individual and group discussions, access to valuable resources, and techniques for reducing burnout while promoting overall organizational well-being.

April 17, 2025

Military Health System Recognized for Stories of Remembrance, Readiness, at 2024 Defense Media Merit Awards

NHB/NMRTC Bremerton, Washington — Communications professionals across the Military Health System had a standout year, taking home 23 awards in 17 different categories at the 2024 Defense Media Merit Awards–the highest number of awards won by any participating agency. Managed by the Defense Media Activity, the awards honor outstanding work from government civilian journalists, photographers, graphic designers, videographers, and public affairs professionals.

April 17, 2025

Tripler Army Medical Center Daisy Award

Tripler Army Medical Center — Congratulations to 1st Lt. Helen Aldridge, Tripler Army Medical Center's most recent Daisy Award recipient! Aldridge, a pediatric nurse, was nominated for the award by the mother of a patient who was diagnosed with cancer. She wrote that "Nurse Helen" showed an incredible amount of compassion to the patient and her family. Col. Rosemary Baugh, TAMC's chief nursing officer, presented the award on April 14.

April 18, 2025

Unlock Your Health: Need Help With Your TRICARE Benefit? A Beneficiary Counseling and Assistance Coordinator Can Help

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Did you know that military hospitals and clinics have support staff who can help you navigate your TRICARE benefit? These include Beneficiary Counseling and Assistance Coordinators. You can find them at any military hospital or clinic.

April 18, 2025

CRDAMC MRBn Charlie Company holds Change of Command

FORT CAVAZOS, Texas – Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center, Medical Readiness Battalion, Medical Co. Charlie held a change of command ceremony in the hospital atrium April 18. The reins of leadership changed hands as Lt. Col. Jamie Culbreath received the unit guidon from outgoing commander, Capt. Alexander Deatherage and handed them to Capt. Reymoi R. Jno-Lewis.

April 18, 2025

NMRTC Bremerton Sailor selected as Naval Medical Forces Pacific Senior Sailor of the Year

NHB/NMRTC Bremerton, Washington — By Douglas H Stutz, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton public affairs officer -- From amongst a host of qualified contenders for Naval Medical Forces Pacific Fiscal Year 2024 Senior Sailor of the Year, the notable accolades of one surpassed those of his peers.

April 18, 2025

BAMC recognizes exceptional service of volunteers

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas — Brooke Army Medical Center held a Volunteer Recognition Ceremony April 16 to honor the individuals

April 18, 2025

Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune marks 15-year milestone for research symposium

CAMP LEJEUNE, North Carolina — Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune's hosts the Annual Research Symposium on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune on April 17, 2025. The research symposium celebrates 15 years of showcasing medical and dental research findings from military members as well as non-Department of Defense partners.

April 18, 2025

Fort Irwin MEDDAC Soldiers Earn 2nd Place at Desert Showdown

EDWARDS AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. — A team from Weed Army Community Hospital earned 2nd place in the Desert Showdown at Edwards Air Force Base, finishing just two seconds behind the top spot. As the only Army team competing, they showcased exceptional teamwork, resilience, and medical readiness in a physically and mentally demanding joint-service event.