Aug. 28, 2026

A game plan for when stress affects your oral health

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — In many ways, experiencing feelings of stress is a part of our everyday lives. Life in the military community often comes with its own unique stressors. While we often associate stress with mental and emotional well-being, stress also affects your entire body, including your oral health.

Aug. 28, 2026

What your bad breath could be telling you about your oral health

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Occasional bad breath, also known as halitosis, can be a temporary problem, often caused by certain smelly foods like garlic or onions. However, persistent bad breath can be a red flag, signaling oral health issues that require attention from a dentist or medical professional.

Aug. 28, 2026

Virtual Mental Health Support for Fort Riley Families

FORT RILEY, Kansas — Taking care of your mental well-being should fit into your life, whether you prefer the comfort of home or an in-person office setting. Dependents living in Kansas have access to a wide range of authorized telehealth partners offering virtual counseling and psychiatry.

Aug. 27, 2026

Provide feedback on clinical practice guidelines in joint patient focus groups: lower back pain on Sept. 15

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Are you living with lower back pain? The Defense Health Agency and Veterans Health Administration would like to hear about your treatment experience. Together, they’re hosting a virtual focus group on Tuesday, Sept. 15 from 1 to 3 p.m. ET. This focus group offers patients the opportunity to provide your perspective on your treatment journey in the Military Health System. It’s open to active duty service members and veterans.

Aug. 26, 2026

Walter Reed lactation consultant brings awareness to National Breastfeeding Month

BETHESDA, Md. — Walter Reed National Military Medical Center stands as a designated “Baby-Friendly Hospital,” a distinction that reflects its rigorous adherence to the World Health Organization’s (WHO) 10 steps to successful breastfeeding and mother-baby bonding. Originally designated by the WHO in 2017, Walter Reed is one of only 460 hospitals nationwide—and one of just three on a military installation—to hold this prestigious status.

Aug. 26, 2026

Soldiers graduate from Practical Nurse Course at Walter Reed

BETHESDA, Md. — Ready to take their skills to the field as team members of the frontline of military medical care to enhance force readiness, more than 30 Soldiers graduated from the U.S. Army Practical Nurse Course (PNC) in Class 26-009 at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on Aug. 14.

Aug. 26, 2026

A new front on cancer: Walter Reed’s Murtha Cancer Center unleashes cutting-edge CAR-T therapy

BETHESDA, Md. — Walter Reed National Military Medical Center’s Murtha Cancer Center was recently approved to deliver an advanced form of treatment for cancer. The therapy, known as Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-cell therapy (CAR-T), allows Walter Reed to treat patients with forms of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and acute lymphoblastic leukemia by reprogramming their own blood cells to hunt and destroy the cancer cells within them.

Aug. 26, 2026

Small hospital, big classroom: BJACH helps train tomorrow’s healthcare professionals

FORT POLK, La. — Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital may be a small, rural military hospital, but its mission extends beyond caring for today’s patients. Throughout the year, its clinics and departments also serve as classrooms where military and civilian students gain hands-on experience preparing to become tomorrow’s healthcare professionals.

Aug. 25, 2026

Tripler Army Medical Center launches inaugural Red Cross VolunTEEN summer program

Tripler Army Medical Center — For the first time in its history, Tripler Army Medical Center opened its doors to 12 teenagers for a unique summer volunteering experience. The inaugural VolunTEEN program placed military-connected youth, ages 14 to 17, directly into the hospital's fast-paced clinics and departments.

Aug. 25, 2026

Know the differences in how TRICARE works in the U.S. vs. overseas

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — TRICARE has you covered worldwide. Understanding your coverage options helps you stay prepared for any health issues that might come up. This article explains how TRICARE works differently in the U.S. and overseas.