May 21, 2021

GetVax Digital Day of Action: We Can Do This!

Are you or do you know someone still thinking about getting the COVID-19 vaccine? Today is the day to make the choice to protect yourself, your family and your community.

May 21, 2021

DOD Seeing Encouraging COVID-19 Vaccination Rates, Health Leaders Say

As of today, the Defense Department has administered over 3.3 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine to eligible DOD personnel, with 58% of active duty members having had at least one dose and 44% fully vaccinated, DOD health leaders said.

May 20, 2021

Get the Mental Health Care Support You Need With TRICARE

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — If you think you or a family member may need mental health services, explore your options with TRICARE.

May 13, 2021

3 Reasons Why You Should Get the COVID-19 Vaccine

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Last month, every adult in the U.S. became eligible to get a COVID-19 vaccine. We’ve missed special moments of togetherness during the national response to COVID-19. But vaccination and other precautions offers the best path towards safely returning to normal life.

May 12, 2021

Catch Up on the Latest ‘Get to Know TRICARE’ Podcast Episodes

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Do you have questions about your TRICARE benefits? If so, make sure you listen to “Get to Know TRICARE.” It’s a new podcast that helps service members and their families get the most out of their TRICARE coverage.

May 6, 2021

QLE Fact Sheet: Your Guide for Learning About TRICARE Qualifying Life Events

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Did you know that certain life events may change your TRICARE health plan options? They’re known as Qualifying Life Events (QLEs).

April 29, 2021

Watch New TRICARE COVID-19 Vaccine Video Series: Got Your 6

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Have you watched the latest “Got Your 6” video? If not, make sure you check it out. “Got Your 6” is a new TRICARE video series to keep you in the know about the latest on COVID-19.

April 27, 2021

TRICARE Dental Program Offers Ways to Protect Your Child’s Teeth

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Did you know tooth decay is one of the most common childhood diseases? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 1 in 5 children ages 5–11 have at least one untreated decayed tooth.

April 23, 2021

At MHS pharmacies, every day is ‘Drug Take Back Day’

While April 24 has officially been designated National Drug Take Back Day by the Drug Enforcement Administration, pharmacists across the Military Health System in recent years have been stressing that every day is a drug take back day.

April 20, 2021

Getting TRICARE for Your Newborn Child

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Are you a soon to be parent? Welcoming a new baby can be exciting and nerve-racking at the same time. If this is your first child, you may have questions about doctor visits and health care coverage.