July 14, 2021

Time for shots, physicals required by state schools

FORT LEE, Va. — With kids heading back to the classrooms, parents are encouraged to get a jump on bringing their children’s immunizations and physical exams up to date.

July 13, 2021

TRICARE and Marriage: What to Do When Getting Married

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — It’s a big moment when you say “I do.” It’s also important for your family health coverage. Spouses of service members are eligible for TRICARE coverage. And getting married is a TRICARE Qualifying Life Event (QLE). So, what does this mean and what steps do you need to take?

July 13, 2021

Active Duty SICK Program: What is it?

Active Duty members enrolled to a primary care manager at the 436th Medical Group can once again save time and money by using the Self-Initiated Care Kit program to access over-the-counter medications for mild symptoms without needing an appointment.

July 12, 2021

MacDill CDC Releases Kinderspot App

In an effort to aid military service members in finding available childcare or day care service at MacDill’s Child Development Center, a mobile app called Kinderspot, developed by Oddball, will be available to families of Team MacDill beginning July 12, 2021.

July 9, 2021

Kenner urges caution: tick season is upon us

FORT LEE, Va. — Kenner Army Health Clinic is emphasizing tick awareness during this time of increased outdoor activities.

July 9, 2021

3rd Wednesday Training Day

Fort Rucker Army Base, AL — Lyster including pharmacy services will close at noon on the 3rd Wednesday for training.

July 9, 2021

School & Sports Physical Day

Fort Rucker Army Base, AL — Saturday, JULY 24, 2021 from 0745-1230 Lyster Army Health Clinic Are you headed to Elementary, High School, or College and need a school or sports physical? Schedule your appointment for our School & Sports Physical Day on Saturday, July 24. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. No Walk-ins Call the Lyster Central Appointment Line at 800-261-7193 to book your appointment.

July 9, 2021

55th MDG Welcomes New Commander

OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, Neb. -- The mighty medics of the 55th Medical Group welcomed a new commander during a change of command ceremony at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska, on July 8.

July 8, 2021

CASCOM CG recognizes vaccination clinic staff

FORT LEE, Va. — The “key players” of the installation’s COVID vaccination campaign received special thanks from Maj. Gen. Rodney D. Fogg, CASCOM and Fort Lee commanding general, during a ceremony Wednesday morning in Clark Fitness Center.

July 6, 2021

Doctors keep pain low and personnel serving

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – The 88th Medical Group’s Pain Clinic team is pioneering pain management for Airmen to diminish the physical aches of military service.