April 24, 2025

Safely Dispose of Unused Prescriptions on April 26, National Drug Take Back Day

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Did you know that Saturday, April 26, is the next National Drug Take Back Day? It’s a day to safely dispose of unwanted, expired, or excess medications. But it’s also important to know that military pharmacies offer ways to safely dispose of drugs all year long through the Military Health System Drug Take Back program.

April 24, 2025

Air Force Medics’ heroics highlight vital role of military health professionals

LACKLAND AIR FORCE BASE, Texas — Paramedics assigned to the 59th Medical Wing save a patient experiencing cardiac arrest on Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, despite the odds.

April 23, 2025

Central Texas partners for community healthcare

FORT CAVAZOS, Texas – Members of Greater Killeen Chamber of Commerce visited the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center for a Healthcare Day tour 16 April to learn how community relationships contribute to the health and readiness of our warfighters. The Leadership Killeen Program provides participants with training and opportunities to learn about the integrated relationships that exist between healthcare services on Fort Cavazos and the local healthcare community.

April 23, 2025

Improve Your Health with Free AFWC Services

FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas — The Armed Forces Wellness Center (AFWC) offers a variety of free services to improve the overall well-being of service members, their families, and retirees. These services focus on health education and self-care, empowering individuals to take control of their health and improve their quality of life.

April 23, 2025

Stepping up and standing out, Munson Army Health Center Soldier’s training boosts readiness

FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas — A key element of mission success in the Army is knowing how to maximize personnel effectively—leveraging talents, expanding skill sets, and ensuring every Soldier is prepared to step in wherever they're needed. One example of this mindset in action is a U.S. Army medical logistics specialist at Munson Army Health Center currently supporting the audiology mission part time to meet demand for annual hearing tests on Fort Leavenworth.

April 22, 2025

Want To Learn About TRICARE For Life? Check Out This Handbook

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — You may be approaching age 65, or you may have a disability or a medical condition that makes you eligible for Medicare and TRICARE For Life before you turn age 65. In either case, you’ll benefit from checking out the TRICARE For Life Handbook.

April 21, 2025

Naval Hospital Bremerton to Undergo Accreditation Survey

NHB/NMRTC Bremerton, Washington — The Joint Commission inspection team will visit Naval Hospital Bremerton and branch medical clinics on Naval Base Kitsap Bangor and Naval Station Everett and the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard detachment to conduct their triennial survey April 29 – May 1, 2025.

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.

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

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