March 18, 2025

Take Charge of Your Oral Health

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Have you ever felt intimidated by the dentist? Dental related stress is common. The stress of going to the dentist often leads people to feel hesitant. If you’re feeling unsure at the dentist, then you may not ask any questions or express your discomfort with a procedure. However, taking charge of your oral health isn't just about brushing and flossing daily; it's about actively participating in your dental care journey.

March 18, 2025

Unlock Your Health: Here’s How TRICARE and Other Health Insurance Work Together

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — TRICARE may not be the only health coverage you have. If you have health insurance through an employer, a spouse’s plan, or a private insurer, it’s considered other health insurance, which can affect how TRICARE processes your claim. TRICARE and OHI work together to help cover your health care and services.

March 17, 2025

Smart Snacking: Nutritious and Tasty Choices Keep You Energized

NHB/NMRTC Bremerton, Washington — As related from Megan Magness, Naval Hospital Bremerton Nutrition Clinic clinical dietitian - Snacking is a natural part of the day for many, providing a much-needed boost between meals.

March 17, 2025

Taking – and Making - the Strategic Initiative at Naval Hospital Bremerton

NHB/NMRTC Bremerton, Washington — By Douglas H Stutz, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton – Advances in operational medicine for Navy Medicine and Defense Health Agency was on full display with the annual Continuous Process Improvement Fair held at Naval Hospital Bremerton, May 10-13, 2025.

March 17, 2025

Walter Reed Expands Patient Transport Services for Beneficiaries

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, Md — Military Health System beneficiaries with mobility challenges now have expanded support at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. The hospital’s Patient Transport Team provides wheelchair and bed transport services to assist patients in navigating the facility with ease and respect.

March 17, 2025

Kimbrough Cares Digital Newsletter

FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. — Digital newsletter provides news and events happening at Kimbrough.

March 14, 2025

Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center Optimizes Efficiency in Provider Certification Training

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — In an ongoing commitment to enhancing patient care and operational efficiency, the Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center (ATAMMC) is proud to announce a new initiative led by Ms. Kathleen Keister, a dedicated Nurse Educator in the Department of Education, Training, and Research (DETR). This initiative focuses on the recertification of healthcare providers in both Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ALS) to maximize training efficiency and minimize downtime for medical personnel.

March 14, 2025

ADVISORY | Reduced operations during JBSA exercise

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, Texas — To fully participate in a Joint Base San Antonio exercise, the 59th Medical Wing will operate at

March 14, 2025

Fort Cavazos Public Health teams support community during Texas measles concerns

FORT CAVAZOS, Texas – The Texas Department of State and Health Services reports 259 measles cases identified since late January, as of March 14. Thirty-four of the patients have been hospitalized and the Centers for Disease and Control has reported cases in many other States. The Army Public Health Nursing team of the Fort Cavazos Department of Public Health and Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center is working hard to raise awareness to support the prevention and spread of diseases like measles and provide the Central Texas community with critical information for protection.

March 14, 2025

Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command Camp Lejeune officer named 'Occupational Therapy Officer of the Year'

CAMP LEJEUNE, North Carolina — Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command Camp Lejeune is celebrating the recognition of one of its providers as Occupational Therapy Officer of the Year for the United States Navy.