Female teacher leads a group of young students into school

Aug. 7, 2025

Get Your Child Ready for the New School Year: A TRICARE Parent’s Guide

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Getting your child’s health care needs taken care of before school starts helps ensure they’re ready to focus on learning. TRICARE covers the essential services that parents need to check off their back-to-school list.

Image of Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center entrance with the new MTF logo and tagline, Welcome to the Home of World Class Military Healthcare.

Aug. 7, 2025

A.T. Augusta Military Medical Center's Back to School and Sports Physical Rodeos Provide Critical Support to Over 1400 Military Families

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center (ATAMMC) proudly announces the successful conclusion of its recent Back to School and Sports Physical Rodeos, offering vital medical services to over 1400 young patients preparing to embark on a new school year. Held within the Pediatrics clinic, this event underscores ATAMMC's commitment to the health and well-being of military families through proactive and organized healthcare initiatives.

BAMC Summer Youth Program

Aug. 8, 2025

BAMC recognizes teens for volunteer service

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas — Brooke Army Medical Center recognized the contributions of their Summer Youth Volunteer Program

FORT STEWART, Ga. — The Secretary of the Army recognized Winn Army Community Hospital staff members Thursday, Aug. 7, during a ceremony at the hospital. The Honorable Dan Driscoll presented coins to several Winn Soldiers and civilians for their role in providing emergency medical care to five injured Soldiers after a shooting incident on the installation Wednesday, Aug. 6.

Aug. 8, 2025

SECARMY recognizes Winn Army Community Hospital Team for lifesaving response

Fort Stewart, Ga — The Secretary of the Army recognized Winn Army Community Hospital staff members Thursday, Aug. 7, during a ceremony at the hospital. The Honorable Dan Driscoll presented coins to several Winn Soldiers and civilians for their role in providing emergency medical care to five injured Soldiers after a shooting incident on the installation Wednesday, Aug. 6.

Montwood High School, Red Cross Volunteer student.

Aug. 8, 2025

Red Cross Summer Youth Program

WBAMC, Ft Bliss, TX — Through the annual Red Cross Summer Youth Program, eleven teenagers spent the summer volunteering at William Beaumont Army Medical Center.

Two Soldiers posing in front of the BJACH sign.

Aug. 11, 2025

Challenged, Tested, Triumphant: BJACH Soldiers Earn EFMB

FORT POLK, La. — Two Soldiers from Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital became part of a small community of highly skilled Army medical professionals Aug. 11, earning the Expert Field Medical Badge during the Expert Infantry, Soldier and Field Medical Badge testing event hosted by the 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division at the Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Polk.

Capt. Jesus Silvas, a microbiologist with the U.S. Army Reserve Medical Command assigned to the 59th Medical Wing’s Office of Research and Technology Applications, and Dr. Israel Guerrero, a virologist with Texas Biomedical Research Institute, speak to students Aug. 7, 2025, at Mendez Elementary School in San Marcos, Texas

Aug. 11, 2025

Educational Outreach Initiative: Inspiring Elementary Students in Infectious Disease Research and Biosafety Practices

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas — Dr. Jesus Silvas from the 59th Medical Wing and Dr. Israel Guerrero from the Texas Biomedical Research Institute visited Mendez Elementary School to introduce 2nd–5th grade students to careers in infectious disease research and biosafety. Through interactive demonstrations, including letting students try on a Biosafety Level 4 Positive Pressure Suit, they showcased safety protocols, high-containment lab work, and the importance of disease prevention. The event inspired curiosity in science, emphasized the role of public health, and highlighted the value of early STEM engagement in developing future leaders.

A hand places white flowers on a stone grave

Aug. 12, 2025

How a Death in the Family May Affect Your TRICARE Coverage

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — When a family member passes away, it can feel overwhelming to deal with paperwork on top of the emotional burden. This article provides a few steps you should take in the weeks following your family member’s death. Taking these steps can help ensure your coverage continues without interruption.

Aug. 12, 2025

Operational Readiness Motivation – and Blue H Award - with NHB Health Promotion

NHB/NMRTC Bremerton, Washington — By Douglas H Stutz, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton public affairs -- The glide in Nancy Tapley’s stride which began in earnest at the start of 2025 has continued at a steady walking pace all year.

The staff of Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point’s Patient Administration Department often work behind-the-scenes to meet the facility’s mission of “Keeping the Warfighter in the Fight.” “Patient Administration tracks the full lifecycle of medical care. Without it, care would be delayed, incomplete, or undocumented,” said Ms. Cindy Godley, the clinic’s Medical Records Administrator and Assistant Department Head.

Aug. 13, 2025

We Keep the Warfighter in the Fight: Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point Patient Administration Department

MCAS Cherry Point — One team’s attention to detail and meticulous execution of their duties plays a critical role in supporting the healthcare of Marines, Sailors and families of Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point while ensuring service members are ready to train and deploy.

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