Aug. 21, 2026

A Future Dentist’s Lesson at Fort Riley

FORT RILEY, Kansas — UMKC dental student reflects on his rotation at Custer Hill and why Army dentistry offers a level of purpose that corporate medicine cannot match.

Aug. 21, 2026

Training to Keep the Warfighter in the Fight: NMRTC Cherry Point Nurses, Corpsmen, Conduct Skills Fair

MCAS Cherry Point — Nurses and corpsmen serving aboard Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command Cherry Point spent an August morning refreshing their proficiencies and learning about updates to their career fields.

Aug. 20, 2026

Building readiness at Walter Reed through social wellness and resiliency

BETHESDA, Md. — For the military community and the staff at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, social wellness and resiliency are not only personal goals, but also a foundation of mission readiness. The definition of social wellness is the ability to build healthy relationships, connect with others, and create a sense of belonging in a community.

Aug. 20, 2026

Walter Reed, NCR Pain Initiative lead in integrating pain care, substance use disorder treatment

BETHESDA, Md. — Focused on improving pain management and avoiding substance use disorder (SUD), the National Capital Region (NCR) Pain Initiative at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center recently hosted the 2026 Combined Pain Care Skills Training and SUD Symposium.

Aug. 20, 2026

TRICARE Dental Program orthodontic coverage: What to know before you start getting care

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Do you or your child need braces? You should know that the TRICARE Dental Program covers orthodontic care. Keep reading to learn who qualifies, what’s covered, and how costs work.

Aug. 20, 2026

More than a badge: A commitment to patient safety

FORT HOOD, TX — Darnall’s Leapfrog Full Transparency Badge is more than a recognition — it reflects the everyday work happening behind the scenes to keep patients safe. From identifying potential risks to using technology, reporting near misses, and empowering staff to speak up, patient safety is built into how care is delivered every day.

Aug. 20, 2026

Targeted Care connects patients to right mental health support at right time

FORT POLK, La. — Walking into a mental health clinic and asking for help can be difficult. Walking out without the specialty mental health appointment you expected can leave you wondering what happens next.

Aug. 19, 2026

TRICARE, Medicare, and Social Security: how your entitlements work together

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Many service members and their families don’t realize that Social Security taxes deducted from each paycheck help build a foundation for future financial security. You’ve been paying into Social Security, so keeping tabs on your information is key. By setting up a my Social Security account, you can see what you’ve earned, and how it all fits together.

Aug. 18, 2026

Know your TRICARE pharmacy options and learn where you can fill prescriptions

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Are you looking for other ways to get your prescriptions that better fit your pharmacy needs? You’re in luck! When it comes to your prescriptions, the TRICARE Pharmacy Program gives you several options on how to fill them. Before filling your prescriptions, you can check the TRICARE Formulary to see if your prescription is covered.

Aug. 18, 2026

More Than Quitting: BJACH Helps Patients Break Free from Tobacco, Nicotine

FORT POLK, La. — Quitting nicotine isn't just about throwing away a pack of cigarettes or a vape; it’s about reclaiming your health, your money, and your mission readiness. For Soldiers and Families stationed at Fort Polk, Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital offers a customized tactical roadmap to help you break free from tobacco and nicotine for good.