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

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.

Munson Army Health Center Medical Logistics Soldier Cpl. Bryan Juarez completed training and earned a professional certification that qualifies him to run the facility's audiology. He is one of several Soldiers who support the hearing conservation program part time so Munson can provide more access to hearing conservation screening.

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.

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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.

Weed Army Community Hospital earned 2nd place in the Desert Showdown at Edwards Air Force Base

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.

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

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.

BAMC recognizes exceptional service of volunteers

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

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April 18, 2025

Unlock Your Health: Need Help with Your TRICARE Benefit? A Beneficiary Counseling and Assistance Coordinator Can Help

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Did you know that military hospitals and clinics have support staff who can help you navigate your TRICARE benefit? These include Beneficiary Counseling and Assistance Coordinators. You can find them at any military hospital or clinic.

Congratulations to 1st Lt. Helen Aldridge, Tripler Army Medical Center's most recent Daisy Award recipient! Aldridge, a pediatric nurse, was nominated for the award by the mother of a patient who was diagnosed with cancer. She wrote that "Nurse Helen" showed an incredible amount of compassion to the patient and her family. Col. Rosemary Baugh, TAMC's chief nursing officer, presented the award on April 14. The nominator wrote the following: "Due to the nature of my daughter’s treatment, she was often confined to the pediatric unit, which can be difficult for a child to understand. Nurse Helen made it a point to ensure she felt as comfortable as possible during her stay. She would often remind my daughter about the different toys she could use to ride around the halls, offering small but meaningful distractions. As time passed, my daughter struggled to cope with the prolonged hospital stay. It was heartbreaking to witness her withdraw, not understanding why we were still there or how long we would remain. I knew this was a normal reaction for a child in her situation, but it didn’t make it any easier to watch. What stood out most was that Nurse Helen never gave up on her. She continued to encourage my daughter to leave her room and engage with her surroundings. Nurse Helen’s unwavering compassion and dedication is something we will never forget. Her kindness made a lasting impact on my daughter, who will always remember her as someone who brightened an incredibly difficult time."

April 17, 2025

Tripler Army Medical Center Daisy Award

Tripler Army Medical Center — Congratulations to 1st Lt. Helen Aldridge, Tripler Army Medical Center's most recent Daisy Award recipient! Aldridge, a pediatric nurse, was nominated for the award by the mother of a patient who was diagnosed with cancer. She wrote that "Nurse Helen" showed an incredible amount of compassion to the patient and her family. Col. Rosemary Baugh, TAMC's chief nursing officer, presented the award on April 14.

Four young children stand in a huddle, laughing and holding a soccer ball. Text reads: Stay in the Game - Stop Measles Before It Starts! Defense Health Agency and Unlock Your Health text.

April 17, 2025

Measles Cases on the Rise in the U.S.: Recognize the Symptoms and Protect Your Family

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — You may have heard about the ongoing measles outbreak in the U.S. Measles is a highly contagious illness that can cause serious complications. Anyone who isn’t protected against measles can get the illness—and children are especially at risk of getting seriously sick.

Don’t forget to keep your family’s information up to date in DEERS!