The most recent appropriations for the Department of War expired at 11:59 p.m. EST on September 30, 2025. Military personnel will continue in a normal duty status without pay until such time as a continuing resolution or appropriations are passed by Congress and signed into law. Civilian personnel not engaged in excepted activities will be placed in a non-work, non-pay status.
Our military hospital remains open and we’re continuing to provide healthcare services. Scheduled appointments and procedures are proceeding as planned, and new appointments continue to be booked. For the latest information regarding TRICARE benefits during this period, please visit www.tricare.mil/shutdown

Please be assured, our commitment to providing exceptional care to you remains our highest priority.

July 16, 2025

Insight gained at NMRTC Bremerton NEC Rating Fair

NHB/NMRTC Bremerton, Washington — By Douglas H Stutz, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton public affairs officer -- For Sailors assigned to Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command Bremerton and other local commands who ever wondered about progressing into a Hospital Corps field of expertise, they were recently afforded that opportunity.

Hospital commander handing certificate to employee at the Hospital Awards Ceremony.

July 16, 2025

BJACH nurse recognized as DHA Civilian of the Quarter

FORT POLK, La. — Cyndi Boone, a registered nurse at Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital, was recognized as the Defense Health Agency Civilian of the Quarter during a monthly awards ceremony July 3 at the Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Polk.

July 15, 2025

Legging it out…

NHB/NMRTC Bremerton, Washington — Legging it out…Ragnar Road Northwest Passage relay. Ten NHB staff members took on the challenging - and fun – 200-mile relay run over two days, beginning on the Canadian border and finishing up south of Naval Air Station Whidbey Island.

July 15, 2025

NHB advises preparation during Wildfire Season

NHB/NMRTC Bremerton, Washington — By Douglas H Stutz, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton public affairs officer -- The Pacific Northwest wildfire season began as it usually does, by threatening lives, property, flora and fauna.

July 15, 2025

A Candid Talk with Dr. Stephen Ferrara at NHB

NHB/NMRTC, Bremerton, Washington — By Douglas H Stutz, NHB/NMRTC, Bremerton public affairs officer -- There’s one primary difference between a Defense Health Agency military treatment facility such as Naval Hospital Bremerton (NHB) and any civilian equivalent in healthcare delivery.

Woman, baby, and service member smile and pose together

July 15, 2025

New to TRICARE? Here’s How To Get Started With Your Benefit

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Have you recently enlisted in or received a commission to a uniformed service? Or, have you just married a uniformed service member? If you’re new to TRICARE, you may have some questions about how to enroll in a plan, get care, and learn more about your coverage.

July 14, 2025

Welcome aboard…Dr. Stephen Ferrara, Acting Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs arrives at Naval Hospital Bremerton

NHB/NMRTC Bremerton, Washington — Welcome aboard…Dr. Stephen Ferrara, Acting Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs arrives at Naval Hospital Bremerton for an official familiarization visit and is greeted by Capt. Karla Lepore, NHB director and Navy Medicine Readiness Training Command Bremerton commanding officer, Capt. Molly Jenkins, executive officer, and Command Master Chief William Eickhoff (Official Navy photo by Douglas H Stutz, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton public affairs officer).

July 14, 2025

Dr. Stephen Ferrara, Acting Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs is introduced before holding an All Hands Call at Naval Hospital Bremerton

NHB/NMRTC Bremerton, Washington — Dr. Stephen Ferrara, Acting Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs is introduced before holding an All Hands Call at Naval Hospital Bremerton by Capt. Karla Lepore, NHB director and Navy Medicine Readiness Training Command Bremerton commanding officer. As part of his familiarization tour with the military treatment facility, Ferrara addressed a packed Ross Auditorium of active duty and civil service staff members, explaining his position, fielding questions, and recognizing several staff with an official challenge coin (Official Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jennifer Benedict, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton public affairs).

Four young children stand in a huddle, laughing and holding a soccer ball. Text reads: Stay in the Game - Stop Measles Before It Starts! Defense Health Agency and Unlock Your Health text.

July 11, 2025

Measles Cases on the Rise in the U.S.: Recognize the Symptoms and Protect Your Family

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — You may have heard about the ongoing measles outbreak in the U.S. Measles is a highly contagious illness that can cause serious complications. Anyone who isn’t protected against measles can get the illness—and children are especially at risk of getting seriously sick.

Capt. Brian Feldman, commander, Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command (NMRTC) Portsmouth, is relieved of duty as commander, NMRTC Portsmouth by Capt. Kim Shaughnessy-Granger, prospective commander, NMRTC Portsmouth.

July 11, 2025

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth Transfers Leadership

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth — Capt. Brian Feldman, commander, Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command (NMRTC) Portsmouth, was relieved of duty as commander, NMRTC Portsmouth by Capt. Kim Shaughnessy-Granger, prospective commander, NMRTC Portsmouth, during the Naval Medical Center Portsmouth change of command ceremony aboard Naval Medical Center Portsmouth at Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads – Portsmouth Annex, July 11, 2025. During the ceremony, Capt. Kim Shaughnessy-Granger assumed command from Capt. Brian Feldman and also became Director, Naval Medical Center Portsmouth. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Levi Decker)

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