Leianne Pouliot, a licensed clinical social worker at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, conducts a recent Peer Connect training for employees. The Peer Connect program is available to all staff upon request, facilitated by a select group of leaders who have volunteered to serve as peer support mentors, offering their time, empathetic ears, and wisdom. (DOD photo by Roan Smith)

June 12, 2025

Peer Connect training available at Walter Reed

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, MD — Peer Connect is a confidential peer-to-peer support program at Walter Reed that helps military and civilian personnel navigate difficult conversations, including those involving medical errors and workplace stress. The program is available to all team members upon request, facilitated by a select group of leaders who have volunteered to serve as peer support mentors, offering their time, empathetic ears, and wisdom.

Older woman sits at desk looking at monitor with a doctor. TRICARE logo. Text reads, "Patients Needed on June 27 for a Focus Group Discussion about Osteoarthritis. Sign-up deadline is June 26. Learn if you qualify."

June 12, 2025

Provide Feedback for Clinical Practice Guidelines in Joint DOD, VA Patient Focus Groups: Osteoarthritis on June 27

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Did you know you can help improve health care for service members, veterans, and their family members? You’re invited to join virtual focus groups! The next focus group will discuss osteoarthritis care on June 27 at 2 p.m. ET.

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June 12, 2025

Sgt. Russell L. Collier, a combat medic who risked his life to save fellow soldiers under fire

FORT CAVAZOS, Texas — Born in Harrison, Arkansas, Collier dedicated 18 years to military service across the Navy, Army,

Col. Miller speaking with representatives from Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson's office.

June 12, 2025

Change of command marks new chapter at BJACH

Fort Johnson, La. — In a ceremony steeped in Army tradition and heartfelt reflection, Col. Patrick W. Miller assumed command of Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital on June 11 at the Bayou Theater. He succeeds Col. Alisa R. Wilma, who led the hospital for the past two years.

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June 11, 2025

Mouth Taping: A New Trend–But What Are Its Effects on Oral Health?

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Mouth taping is the practice of using surgical tape to keep your mouth closed during sleep. It’s recently gained popularity as a potential solution for mouth breathing and its related health issues. But is it supported by science or is it just another viral trend?

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June 11, 2025

Pfc. Charles Thomas Moore, a combat medic who served on the front lines in Vietnam

FORT CAVAZOS, Texas — Private First Class Charles Thomas Moore was born July 15, 1948, in Ottumwa, Iowa. Drafted into the

CRDAMC PAO

June 10, 2025

CRDAMC, STRONG STAR Consortium lead the fight against combat-related PTSD

FORT CAVAZOS, Texas – For Soldiers suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center and the STRONG STAR program provides access to the latest, most innovative care available for the treatment of this common warfighting mental health condition. Headquartered at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, STRONG STAR operates one of its largest clinical research hubs at Fort Cavazos, in close partnership with CRDAMC. Through collaborations with more than 150 investigators across over 50 academic, military, and VA institutions nationwide, the consortium's mission is clear: to develop and deliver evidence-based strategies that improve the psychological health of service members and veterans—helping them remain mission-ready and resilient in the face of adversity.

U.S. Navy Capt. Juan Rosario (left), Chief of Staff at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, and U.S. Army Lt. Col. Michael Orestes (right), Director for Education, Training and Research at Walter Reed, recognize U.S. Air Force (Dr.) Capt. Kiffin Smallegan, of the Department of Pediatrics, for earning first place in the Department of Research Programs' annual poster competition in the evidence-based practice category. The annual competition highlights research conducted by Walter Reed's staff, interns, residents and fellows.

June 10, 2025

Poster competition highlights research by Walter Reed staff

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, MD — Research focused on enhancing the care and readiness of service members and their families again led the way in this year’s poster competition, held annually during May by the Department of Research Programs (DRP) at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.

CRDAMC PAO

June 10, 2025

Fort Cavazos and CRDAMC Army Public Health urges vaccination for measles

FORT CAVAZOS, Texas – Fort Cavazos families should be fully vaccinated to protect themselves and our community against this highly contagious virus, following the report of a confirmed case of measles in Bell County, June 3, 2025, according to the Army Public Health Nursing team at Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center. Since January, the Texas Department of State and Health Services has reported 744 measles cases in the Central and South-Central region of Texas, including 96 hospitalizations. The Centers for Disease and Control has reported over 1000 cases since 10 June in many other states https://www.dshs.texas.gov/news-alerts/measles-outbreak-2025.

Lt. Memphis Martin (L), a registered nurse and PFC Lore Vil, an LPN check vitals on a patient at Womack Army Medical Center on April 23, 2025.

June 10, 2025

Daisy Awards Bloom Again at Womack

FORT BRAGG, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES — FORT BRAGG, NC - COVID put many things on hold when it first struck a few years ago. One of the things affected at Womack Army Medical Center was the ability to nominate nurses for the DAISY Foundation Award. Ironically, Womack became so busy during the COVID pandemic, that the program had phased out at the hospital due to the urgent needs of patients during that time.

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