Dec. 10, 2025

New Study Highlights Risks in En Route Insulin Administration & Calls for Enhanced Protocols

JBSA-LACKLAND, Texas — A decade-long study reviewing nearly 3,000 Critical Care Air Transport (CCAT) patient records found significant safety concerns related to insulin administration during military aeromedical evacuations. Only 2% of transported patients received insulin, yet insulin infusions were linked to a 23% rate of hypoglycemia; highlighting the difficulty of precise glucose control in the challenging aircraft environment. The research also noted inconsistent glucose monitoring practices, with 60% of IV push insulin doses lacking a documented glucose check within one hour. To reduce risk and improve outcomes, the study recommends prioritizing subcutaneous insulin as the primary treatment for hyperglycemia during en route care and strengthening monitoring protocols when IV insulin is necessary. These findings are intended to drive improved training, updated clinical guidelines, and safer medication administration during future missions.

Dec. 10, 2025

AFMEDCOM transition strengthens medical readiness at Luke AFB

LUKE AIR FORCE BASE, Ariz. — The Department of the Air Force is transitioning toward full implementation of the Air Force Medical

Dec. 10, 2025

Maxwell Medical Group transitions to new AFMEDCOM structure

MAXWELL AIR FORCE BASE, Ala — While the Air Force continues to evolve and adapt to meet current and future missions, the steadfast commitment to delivering dependable, high-quality care to Airmen and their families remains unchanged.

Dec. 10, 2025

CRDAMC hosts flu and COVID-19 vaccine event at the Fort Hood Main Exchange

The Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center’s Army Public Health Nursing team will host a flu and COVID-19 vaccination event for all TRICARE-eligible beneficiaries at the Fort Hood Main Exchange from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Dec. 13.

Dec. 11, 2025

Walter’s Way: Shaping Care Through Your Feedback

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, MD — Walter Reed National Military Medical Center’s new approach to medical care begins with Walter’s Way and continues with the voices of those who use it every day. This model is transforming the patient and staff experience through improved flexibility, easier access to care, and a renewed focus on whole-person wellness.

Dec. 11, 2025

Access virtual mental health care with TRICARE

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Did you know that you can get virtual mental health services with TRICARE? These options are a great way to get care when you can’t visit a provider’s office in person. Virtual mental health visits take place through secure technology platforms.

Dec. 12, 2025

Behind the mask: Maxwell Medical Group BEE flight drives readiness and health

MAXWELL AIR FORCE BASE, Ala. — The Maxwell Medical Group bioenvironmental engineering flight is working behind the scenes to optimize its processes while continuing to protect the health and readiness of personnel and their families at Maxwell and Gunter.

Dec. 12, 2025

CRDAMC receives 4th consecutive Leapfrog Safety grade “A” for safe, high-quality care

Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center received an “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for Fall 2025, from the Leapfrog Group, demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement in providing high-quality care to its patients. This is CRDAMC’s fourth consecutive safety grade “A” from the group.

Dec. 16, 2025

Walter Reed Offers Rare Pelvic Floor Therapy Expertise in the National Capital Region

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, MD — For patients living with pain, leakage, or other pelvic health challenges, finding the right help can be life changing. At Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, that help comes from dedicated pelvic floor physical therapists in the National Capital Region (NCR).

Dec. 17, 2025

Give your feedback on tricare.mil: Service members and family members needed for next phase of usability study

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Would you like to help tricare.mil become even more helpful to you and your family members? Do you have ideas that will improve the look and content of the website? The Defense Health Agency Usability Lab needs participants to give feedback on how TRICARE conveys benefit information to tricare.mil users.