The Hawaii Market is on the leading edge of the Military Health System’s historic change, following its formal establishment by the DHA on July 26, 2021. By standing up the Hawaii Market, DHA enables greater collaboration across military hospitals and clinics, strengthening the medical readiness of service members and enabling these facilities to deliver the best care and patient experience.

Oct. 21, 2021

Hawaii Market strengthens DoD’s medical readiness, promises better patient experience

Tripler Army Medical Center — Dr. Brian Lein, assistant director for health care administration for the Defense Health Agency (DHA), and the new Hawaii market director, Col. Martin Doperak, hosted a ceremony at Tripler Army Medical Center on October 20, 2021, ushering in the new Military Health System market.

Florida native finds calling ensuring NATO readiness

Oct. 20, 2021

Florida native finds calling ensuring NATO readiness

MONS, Belgium — A selfless grounding led Jacksonville, Florida native, Brian Baham, in search of something bigger than himself. Six years later, he now helps others rehabilitate and carry on following injury, illness or surgery.

The Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point Decontamination Team pauses for a photo with their training staff Thursday, October 14 aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point. Sailors assigned to the team participated in a multi-day training program to sharpen their skills at safely removing hazardous materials from patients.

Oct. 19, 2021

Cherry Point Sailors Complete Decontamination Training

MCAS Cherry Point — Service members serving aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point completed a multi-day training program Thursday, October 14, sharpening their skills and capability to respond and augment base emergency services’ response to an incident involving hazardous material.

The Pharmacy Staff of Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point in a photo taken Thursday, October 14 aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point. Staff in the department credit their teamwork and eagerness to share success to deliver the best patient care possible.

Oct. 19, 2021

Teamwork, Eagerness to Share Success Crucial to Cherry Point Pharmacy

MCAS Cherry Point — Teamwork and a collective eagerness to share success form the foundation of a critical component in the medical readiness of units stationed at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point and the wellbeing of communities surrounding the base.

To recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the commanders from Naval Medical Forces Atlantic (NMFL), Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP), and Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads (NSA HR) gave their signatures to proclaim October 2021 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, in NMPC’s historic Bldg. 1 foyer, Oct. 6. From the left are Capt. Shelley Perkins, NMCP commanding officer; Rear Adm. Darin Via, NMFL commander; Capt. Matthew Frauenzimmer, NSA HR commanding officer. Jessica Zimmer, Fleet & Family Support Center Norfolk Family Advocacy Program (FAP) Victim Advocate, hosted the proclamation signing.

Oct. 18, 2021

NMCP Hosts Domestic Violence Awareness Month Proclamation Signing

PORTSMOUTH, Virg. — To recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the commanders from Naval Medical Forces Atlantic (NMFL), Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP), and Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads (NSA HR) gave their signatures to proclaim October 2021 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, in NMPC’s historic Bldg. 1 foyer, Oct. 6.

Oct. 15, 2021

BAMC nurse helps rescue child after car crashed into house

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas — A Brooke Army Medical Center nurse jumped into action Oct. 7, rescuing a toddler after a car

Oct. 15, 2021

WRNMMC’s Annual Flu Vaccination Campaign Kicks Off

WRNMMC, Bethesda, MD — Walter Reed National Military Medical Center’s annual influenza (flu) campaign kicked off Oct. 12.

Technician conducts an eye exam

Oct. 14, 2021

Keeping Your Eyes Healthy With TRICARE

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Do you think you need glasses or contact lenses? If so, you aren’t alone. About 11 million Americans over age 12 need some form of vision correction, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Of course, the best way to find out if you need vision correction is by seeing your eye doctor.

Pvt. Hayden McClure, an Army medic assigned to 1st Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, administers an MMR vaccine to an Afghan evacuee at Rhine Ordnance Barracks, Germany

Oct. 14, 2021

BAMC nurse helps support vaccination effort for Afghan evacuees

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas — A Brooke Army Medical Center clinical nurse specialist used her training and experience to help

Members of Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune's Motorcycle Mentorship Program participated in a command-sponsored ride on July 16, 2021.

Oct. 14, 2021

Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune promotes motorcycle safety among employees

NAVAL MEDICAL CENTER CAMP LEJEUNE, North Carolina — Active duty and civilian employees from Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune gathered on October 7, 2021 to listen to motorcycle safety tips and instruction from an Onslow County Sheriff’s deputy during this month’s Motorcycle Mentorship Program meeting.

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