April 27, 2024

Alcohol Awareness Month 5K: ADAPT raises awareness on alcohol misuse

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas — To acknowledge Alcohol Awareness Month, the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Treatment program organized a 5K at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center. Over 20 service members and their families participated in the race, which featured an interactive activity where they could wear drunk goggles and ride quadcycles simulating the effects of inebriation while driving to promote awareness and understanding of alcohol misuse.

April 26, 2024

Mobile Mammography Coming Soon

FORT IRWIN, Calif. — Weed Army Community Hospital is dedicated to promoting breast health and ensuring that all individuals have access to essential screenings. With this commitment in mind, we are thrilled to announce our initiative of hosting mobile mammography events on Fort Irwin. Depending on community participation, these could be held 2 to 3 times per year.

April 26, 2024

Empowering survivors: Confronting sexual assault, supporting healing, and promoting awareness

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas — As April marks Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, it's important to acknowledge the issue at hand. A study conducted in February 2018 by RALIANCE, a national partnership dedicated to ending sexual violence, found that nationally, 81 percent of women and 43 percent of men reported experiencing some form of sexual harassment and, or, assault in their lifetime. These alarming statistics underscore the urgency for increased awareness and proactive measures to combat sexual violence. Remember, no matter your needs, you are not alone. Let's all speak out when we see something, raise awareness about sexual assault, and support survivors. For more information and resources contact your local JBSA SAPR Office and see the DOD SAPR Office. For immediate assistance, you can contact the JBSA SAPR Hotline at 210-808-7272 or DOD Safe Helpline at 877-995-5247.

April 26, 2024

Cherry Point Clinic Staff Inspire Youth to Aspire

MCAS Cherry Point — Staff aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point enjoyed a day with their children as they participated in “Bring a Kid to Work Day” on Thursday, April 25.

April 26, 2024

Cherry Point Clinic Bids Fair Winds, Following Seas to Departing Lieutenant

MCAS Cherry Point — Staff aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point bid Fair Winds and Following Seas to Navy Lieutenant Kurt Backer at a ceremony Wednesday, April 24, 2024.

April 25, 2024

Walter Reed Revives "Take Your Daughters and Sons to Work Day" Post-Pandemic, Inspiring More than 150 Young Guests

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — After a pause caused by the global COVID-19 pandemic, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center proudly reopened its doors for the much-beloved "Take Your Daughters and Sons to Work Day" on April 25, 2024.

April 25, 2024

National Guard and Reserve Members: Explore Plan Options With This TRICARE Handbook

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Are you a National Guard or Reserve member looking to learn more about your TRICARE plan options? The TRICARE Choices for National Guard and Reserve Handbook is a great place to start.

April 25, 2024

Lyster hosts annual Denim Day Walk

Fort Novosel, AL — Lyster Army Health Clinic hosted a Denim Day Walk in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month or SAAPM -- an annual campaign to raise public awareness about sexual assault and educate communities on how to prevent sexual violence. Clinic staff and members from the Fort Novosel community showed their commitment to combating sexual assault and raise awareness during the annual Denim Day Walk on April 24 at Fort Novosel.

April 25, 2024

LAHC Medical Company welcomes new commander

Fort Novosel, AL — Soldiers, family, and friends of Lyster Army Health Clinic gather at the helipad to bid farewell to 1st Sgt. Jun Ma and welcome 1st Sgt. Richard Aguilar in a change of responsibility ceremony for the Medical Company on April 16. 1st Sgt. Ma passes the guidon to the Medical Company Commander, Capt. Marissa Caid-Loos, as a symbol of relinquishing his responsibility to incoming 1st. Sgt. Aguilar, during the ceremony. Combat Ready Care, This We Will Defend.

April 24, 2024

Navy Sailor Strikes a Balance between Military Service at Walter Reed and Miss Maryland Competition

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — Harmonizing her dreams of a Navy career and competing in the Miss Maryland competition, Hospitalman Evelyn Johnson is weaving a remarkable tale of courage, aspiration, and resilience. The strong example set by her father and brother ignited a passion within her to stand up and contribute to the nation's safety. Overwhelmed by the sense of pride on her father's return from deployment, Johnson dreamed of emanating the same feelings for her family and future generations.