YOKOSUKA, Japan (June 8, 2026) — Lt. Christian Sanchez, staff internist, department head of Internal Medicine and U.S. Naval Hospital (USNH) Yokosuka's Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set (HEDIS) champion for breast, cervical and colorectal cancer measures, poses for a portrait inside the Mammography Department at USNH Yokosuka. Under Sanchez's leadership, the hospital's cancer screening program was recognized by Defense Health Network Pacific Rim as a best practice for improving patient participation in preventive screenings. (U.S. Navy photo by Daniel Taylor/USNH Yokosuka Public Affairs)

June 16, 2026

USNH Yokosuka Cancer Screening Program Recognized as Best Practice Across Pacific Rim Network

YOKOSUKA, Japan — U.S. Naval Hospital (USNH) Yokosuka's proactive approach to cancer screening has been recognized by Defense Health Network (DHN) Pacific Rim leadership as a best practice, highlighting how targeted outreach, expanded access to care and a patient-centered approach to preventive medicine can improve health outcomes while supporting military readiness.

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June 16, 2026

Offutt’s 55th Medical Group holds change of command

OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, Neb. — Col. Tracy Bozung relinquished command of the 55th Medical Group to Col. Sarah Evans during a change of command ceremony held June 24, 2025, Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska.

Ken Noltie, Red Cross volunteer lead, assists a customer at the Ehrling Bergquist Clinic pharmacy located at the 55th Medical Group facility, January 9, 2026. Noltie recruits volunteers primarily to assist in pharmacy operations to ease the workload demands for active-duty medical personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Daniel Martinez)

June 16, 2026

Offutt, Red Cross partnership provides vital support services

OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, Neb. — Wearing a collared sweatshirt with the American Red Cross emblem, a bespectacled man warmly smiles while handing a prescription to a customer at the Ehrling Bergquist Clinic pharmacy. This moment may appear small and routine, but this exchange also symbolizes a deeper connection – the partnership between the Red Cross and Offutt Air Force Base.

Volunteers pose in front of the 55th Medical Group's new mural located in the Heritage Hall at the Ehrling Bergquist Clinic, Mar. 17, 2026. More than 10 volunteers from across the clinic collaborated to complete the painting.

June 16, 2026

Mighty Medics unveil new mural

OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. — The 55th Medical Group unveiled a new mural in the Heritage Hall at the Ehrling Bergquist Clinic Feb. 20, 2026, highlighting the shared mission and values that keep the team ready to support the joint force.

Aurelio (left), son of Tech. Sgt. Brian Cruz (center), 343rd Reconnaisance Squadron section chief of cyber support operations, holds a saliva ejector tool as a 55th Dental Squadron dental assistant stands by during Children's Dental Day at the Ehrling Bergquist clinic, March 6, 2026. The 55th DS provided a variety of dental services including flouride treatments and cleaning. (U.S. Air Force photo by Daniel Martinez)

June 16, 2026

Children show their pearly whites for dental day

OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. — The 55th Dental Squadron held a free dental day for dependent children of service members March 6, 2026, at the Ehrling Bergquist Clinic.

Sharon Hall, American Red Cross volunteer and therapy dog handler, sits outside the 55th Medical Group's Ehrling Berquist clinic with her therapy dog, Izy, in Bellevue, Nebraska, Feb. 13, 2026. Hall and Izy visit different medical facilities to provide support to patients, medical staff and visitors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Daniel Martinez)

June 16, 2026

The four-legged therapist on duty

OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. — Behind a big goofy smile, wet pink nose, and wagging tail, the soft patter of furry white paws gently treads through the halls of the Ehrling Bergquist Clinic in search of the next belly rub or head pat.

KAMAKURA, Japan (May 18, 2026) Leaders and staff from U.S. Naval Hospital (USNH) Yokosuka and Shonan Kamakura General Hospital pose for a group photo following a bilateral healthcare engagement. The engagement focused on healthcare coordination, regional medical collaboration and strengthening professional relationships between USNH Yokosuka and host-nation healthcare partners. (U.S. Navy photo by Daniel Taylor/U.S. Naval Hospital Yokosuka)

June 16, 2026

USNH Yokosuka leaders visit Shonan Kamakura General Hospital to enhance healthcare collaboration

YOKOSUKA, Japan — Leaders from U.S. Naval Hospital (USNH) Yokosuka visited Shonan Kamakura General Hospital (SKGH) May 18 to build professional relationships, discuss regional healthcare collaboration and better understand regional medical capabilities and healthcare coordination within the local community.

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June 17, 2026

Walter Reed invests in Nursing Care After Trauma course to enhance readiness

BETHESDA, Md. — After training over 250 medical-surgical nursing personnel, the Directorate for Professional Practice and Clinical Excellence plans to offer its Nursing Care After Trauma course on a quarterly basis to enhance readiness.

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June 17, 2026

CRDAMC welcomes new Medical Support Unit for Fort Hood DRC mission

The Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center bid farewell to the 7240th Medical Support Unit and welcomed the 7210th MSU in a ceremony June 12.

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June 17, 2026

Physician assistants complete CRDAMCs IPAP program

The Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center’s Phase Two Interservice Physician Assistant Program celebrated the achievements of three Soldiers during the graduation ceremony June 12.

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