Dressed in their finest red attire, staff members and patients alike rally together to highlight the significance of heart health. "National Wear Red Day" is an annual event filled with educational activities, designed to empower individuals to take control of their cardiovascular health.

Feb. 18, 2025

Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center Observes “Wear Red Day” for American Heart Health Month

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center (ATAMMC) proudly participated in “Wear Red Day” today, joining national efforts to raise awareness about heart disease and encourage heart health among service members and their families. This observance, part of American Heart Health Month, emphasizes the critical importance of adopting healthy habits and reducing risk factors associated with cardiovascular diseases, which remain the leading cause of death in the United States.

Fort Meade Medical Department Activity

Feb. 14, 2025

Important Notice to Patients: Limit Visitors to Emergency Room to Protect Against Cold, Flu, and Respiratory Illnesses

FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. — As part of our ongoing commitment to patient safety and public health, Kimbrough Ambulatory Care Center urges patients and their families to limit the number of people accompanying a loved one to the emergency room. With the current increase in seasonal illnesses such as the cold, flu, and respiratory infections, we are advising that only essential visitors should be in ER waiting areas.

Hospital Corpsman First Class Michael Barros, center right, shares his application and acceptance experience into the U.S. Navy’s Medical Service Corps Inservice Procurement Program to fellow Sailors during a Commissioning Lunch and Learn held February 13, 2025 aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point. The mentorship session provided information to clinic Sailors about commissioning opportunities.

Feb. 13, 2025

Cherry Point Sailors Get a Taste of Officer Life and Lunch at Mentorship Session

MCAS Cherry Point — A mentorship session conducted aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point on Thursday, February 13, 2025, educated enlisted service members about the opportunities available for them to commission as officers.

Winn Army Community Hospital clinical services Sgt. Maj. Bryan Wright is pinned with his Expert Field Medical Badge Dec. 29, 2024, during a ceremony at Fort Moore. From small-town Florida boy to U.S. Army sergeant major, Wright’s journey through life shows the capacity the human spirit has for overcoming adversity. Born and raised in Palatka, Florida, Wright began his Army career in 1994. He joined the Army as an artilleryman, worked his way to being the chief clinical sergeant major at Winn Army Community Hospital, and, after several tries, earned the EFMB.

Feb. 13, 2025

Mission: Unstoppable – Winn ACH clinical sergeant major’s life, leadership accomplishments serve as beacon to staff, Soldiers

FORT STEWART, Ga. — From small-town Florida boy to U.S. Army sergeant major, Sgt. Maj. Bryan Weston Wright’s journey through life shows the capacity the human spirit has for overcoming adversity. Born and raised in Palatka, Florida, Wright began his Army career in 1994. He joined the Army as an artilleryman, worked his way to being the chief clinical sergeant major at Winn Army Community Hospital, and, after several tries, earned the Expert Field Medial Badge.

Virtual Health appointments.

Feb. 12, 2025

Scheduled Virtual Visits

FORT RILEY, Kansas — DHA is taking virtual healthcare to the next level with the launch of its new Scheduled Virtual Visits platform, a significant improvement over the legacy MHS Video Connect system.

Lt. Col. J. Brett Ryan, recipient of the Arthur S. Flemming Award, is recognized for his groundbreaking contributions to dental research and innovation.

Feb. 12, 2025

Lt. Col. J. Brett Ryan earns Arthur S. Flemming Award for contributions to dental research

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas — U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. J. Brett Ryan, recipient of the Arthur S. Flemming Award, is recognized for his leadership in military dental research and innovation. His work enhances operational readiness and advances oral health care for service members.

Young woman smiles at dentist in dental chair

Feb. 11, 2025

Learn How To Get Care From Dental Specialists With the TRICARE Dental Program

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — If you’re a TRICARE Dental Program member, you might need to see different types of dentists for specific tooth and mouth problems. Luckily, the TDP, administered by United Concordia, offers a wide range of specialists in CONUS and OCONUS locations.

U.S. Army Col. Wendy Woodall (right), director for nursing and chief nursing officer at Walter Reed, presents Caroline Luyimbazi of Cardiology Service with the Healer's Touch Award on February 6 as part of being recognized as a DAISY Award winner after a colleague nominated her for the award.

Feb. 11, 2025

Walter Reed recognizes nursing team members with DAISY Awards

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center — Walter Reed recognized two of its nursing team members on February 6 for the extraordinary care they recently provided patients at the hospital.

Image of a graphic introducing a new virtual health suite for users

Feb. 10, 2025

Munson Army Health Center expanding virtual access with SVV

FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas — Munson Army Health Center is modernizing its healthcare delivery platform with the addition of My Military Health’s Scheduled Virtual Visits.

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Feb. 10, 2025

Busting Common Myths About Kids’ Dental Health

FORT CAVAZOS, Texas – As parents, we all want our children to have healthy smiles. With so much information out there -- some outdated or inaccurate -- it can be hard to know what is true when it comes to kids’ dental health. February is National Children’s Dental Health Month -- a great time to clear up common misunderstandings and share tips to help keep your child’s teeth healthy.

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