Oct. 8, 2024

Tripler Army Medical Center NCO Induction Ceremony

Tripler Army Medical Center — U.S. Army Sgt. Allison Tucker assigned to the Preventive Medicine Team, Tripler Army Medical Cent, walks through the Noncommissioned Officer (NCO) arch during the noncommissioned officer induction ceremony at TAMC, October 8, 2024. The NCO induction ceremony celebrates newly promoted members of the professional noncommissioned officer corps, showing the pride and tradition shared among its members. (Defense Health Agency photo by Hugh Fleming)

Oct. 8, 2024

Changemakers...in the Culture of Caring

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas — The 59th Medical Wing's "Changemakers" series features members who are impacting our organization in a positive way.

Oct. 8, 2024

Learn How Referrals and Specialty Care Will Work as New TRICARE Contracts Start in 2025

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Health care delivery under new TRICARE contracts starts on Jan. 1, 2025. These new contracts will improve quality and access for beneficiaries in the United States by enhancing referral management and access to specialty care. Learn more about what to expect starting Jan. 1.

Oct. 7, 2024

Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center Hosts 9th Annual Baby Expo

Fort Cavazos, Texas — The 9th Annual Baby Expo at Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center (CRDAMC), on Oct.5, offered expecting parents and families a day filled with education, fun, and invaluable resources. The event attracted a diverse group of first-time parents, military spouses, and healthcare professionals, all focused on ensuring a positive experience for growing families.

Oct. 7, 2024

Darnall hosts Change of Responsibility, retires fifth generation Soldier

FORT CAVAZOS, Texas – The Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center held a Change of Responsibility ceremony marking a significant leadership transition and the end of a military career Oct. 2. Outgoing Command Sgt. Maj. Anthony K. Forker Jr., CRDAMC senior enlisted advisor, relinquished his position to Command Sgt. Maj. Antonio Davis, who will serve as interim command sergeant major until early 2025.

Oct. 7, 2024

I Am Navy Medicine – and Medical Service Corps – assigned to NHB/NMRTC Bremerton

NHB/NMRTC Bremerton, Washington — By Douglas H Stutz, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton public affairs officer -- The Peruvian coastal capital of Lima is approximately 4,970 miles south of Naval Hospital Bremerton.

Oct. 7, 2024

DOD Announces Health Care Supplement Program Pilot for DOD Civilian Employees in Japan

PENTAGON — The Department of Defense (DOD) today announced a one-year pilot program to provide no-cost supplemental health support services to DOD civilian employees serving in Japan after a yearlong effort to identify and address concerns regarding access to medical care.

Oct. 7, 2024

Military Health System Research Symposium honors Dr. Craig Shriver

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — The Military Health System Research Symposium (MHSRS) recently honored retired U.S. Army Col. (Dr.) Craig Shriver, director of the Murtha Cancer Center (MCC) at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, with the Distinguished Service Award for his dedication and significant contributions to military medicine.

Oct. 7, 2024

Shining a light on Breast Cancer Awareness

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas — October is recognized as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual observance focused on raising awareness and encouraging early detection of breast cancer.

Oct. 7, 2024

Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point Celebrates Navy’s 249th Birthday with Ball

MCAS Cherry Point — The Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point community gathered Friday, October 4, 2024, to celebrate the 249th Birthday of the U.S. Navy.