Man in gray shirt talks on the phone while looking at a laptop.

May 12, 2026

Got TRICARE pharmacy questions? Learn how to get answers

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Do you have a question about the TRICARE Pharmacy Program? For example, are you wondering how to find a network pharmacy? Or do you want to know if you have coverage for a prescription? This article explains whom to contact to get answers to your pharmacy questions.

Photo image of Mohammed “Max” Pourghaed, MD, and Alexis B. Sandler, MD, Department of Orthopedics

May 12, 2026

WBAMC hosts annual Research Day

WBAMC, FORT BLISS, TX. — William Beaumont Army Medical Center’s Department of Clinical Investigation hosted its annual Research Day on May 6, 2026.

Beginning June 4, 2026, the Contraceptive Walk-In Clinic at Irwin Army Community Hospital will transition to morning-only operations, seeing patients from 8 a.m. - noon.

May 12, 2026

Temporary Summer Hours for Contraceptive Walk-In Clinic

FORT RILEY, Kansas — Beginning June 4, 2026, the Contraceptive Walk-In Clinic at Irwin Army Community Hospital will transition to morning-only operations, seeing patients from 8 a.m. - noon.

Courtney Hayes and Lt. Joelle Borja serve as Licensed Clinic Social Workers aboard Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command Cherry Point. They “Keep the Warfighter’s Mind in the Fight” aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point by ensuring the mental wellness and deployment suitability of Marines and Sailors stationed on the base.

May 12, 2026

We Keep the Warfighter’s Mind in the Fight: Cherry Point Licensed Clinical Social Workers

MCAS Cherry Point — Aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, Navy Lieutenant Joelle Borja and Courtney Hayes share the same goal, ensuring the mental wellness and deployment suitability of Marines and Sailors.

Interns and residents who presented their case studies during Walter Reed’s Department of Research’s 18th Annual Research and Innovation Month case report poster/presentation program included (front row from left) U.S. Army Capt. (Dr.) Obarikanemi Nwogu, U.S. Army Capt. (Dr.) Simal Ali, U.S. Air Force Capt. (Dr.) Leanne Perez, (back row from left) U.S. Army Capt. (Dr.) Michael Pierce, U.S. Air Force Capt. (Dr.) Keenan Caswell, U.S. Air Force Capt. (Dr.) Daniel Rabe, U.S. Army Capt. (Dr.) Jackson Rudolph, and U.S. Air Force Capt. (Dr.) Mason Life.

May 11, 2026

Medical case studies showcase work by Walter Reed trainees, staff

BETHESDA, Md — “Penetrating traumatic brain injury (pTBI) is an inherent risk that every service member accepts,” said U.S. Army Capt. (Dr.) Jackson Rudolph, of the Department of Neurosurgery at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.

Members of the Continuous Medical Readiness (CMR) Cell at David Grant USAF Medical Center pose for a group photo at Travis Air Force Base, Calif., April 7, 2026. The CMR Cell supports medical readiness operations by coordinating deployment-related medical requirements and guiding Airmen through a streamlined readiness process. Capt. Isabella M. Cordova, officer in charge of the CMR Cell, is pictured fifth from left.

May 11, 2026

60th Medical Group streamlines deployment readiness with Continuous Medical Readiness model

TRAVIS AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. — The 60th Medical Group at David Grant USAF Medical Center is enhancing mission readiness and returning time to Airmen through a new Continuous Medical Readiness (CMR) model that consolidates required medical tasks into a single day.

Cpt. Kyle Smith, Sergeant First Class Jacob Ogle and Master Sgt Tatiana combat medic, Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, enjoying a Ghana cultural day excursion around the countryside during the medical readiness exercises in Ghana. Through GHE the program, U.S. medical personnel work alongside counterparts across Europe and Africa in collaborative exchanges designed to share knowledge and skills in both directions.

May 8, 2026

Beyond Healing: The Human Connection of LRMC's Global Health Engagements

Landstuhl, Germany — Hospitals are often viewed primarily as places to treat the sick and injured. At Landstuhl Regional Medical Center (LRMC), the largest American hospital outside the United States, that mission remains central – but another critical effort extends far beyond its walls: the Global Health Engagement (GHE) program.

The Avila family poses for a photo.

May 7, 2026

It’s Not Just Care at Walter Reed, It’s Family – The Avilas

BETHESDA, Md. — For many injured service members who return from combat, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center can become a home away from home. They and their families may spend an extended period at the facility in recovery due to their injuries. Even after leaving, they often return repeatedly for continuous rehabilitation because of the specialized care Walter Reed provides. This can foster a sense of closeness and camaraderie between the patients and medical staff, creating a family-like atmosphere found in few other hospitals.

Dr. Jeffrey Russell, occupational audiologist with Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune, discusses various hearing testing equipment at the Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune Occupational Audiology Department. Russell is the 2025 Senior Audiologist of the Year for the Department of War.

May 7, 2026

NMCCL audiologist recognized for efforts to conserve Marines’ hearing

CAMP LEJEUNE, North Carolina — Blast exposure is unavoidable for most Marines. One doctor in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina is working to outpace blast exposure before it leads to irreparable hearing loss. Dr. Jeffrey Russell, occupational audiologist with Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune, is named the 2025 Senior Audiologist of the Year for the Department of War.

Two women smile while wearing graduation caps and gowns.

May 7, 2026

Graduating in 2026? Learn how to stay covered with TRICARE Young Adult

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Becoming an adult comes with a lot of new responsibilities—including starting to manage your healthcare. If you’re a young adult who’s about to age out of regular TRICARE coverage from your parent or step-parent, you still have options. TRICARE Young Adult can help you stay covered while you focus on life's next big steps.

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