U.S. Navy Capt. Chris Hester, Chief of Pastoral Care at Walter Reed, emphasizes the critical yet challenging act of directly addressing suicide, promoting a culture of openness and support. Under Capt. Hester's guidance, Walter Reed fosters 'spiritual readiness' alongside practical suicide intervention skills, acknowledging the profound impact of spirituality on mental health resilience. (DOD photo by Ricardo J. Reyes)

Aug. 27, 2024

Suicide is Preventable. Anyone can Make a Difference! September is National Suicide Prevention Month

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, Md — September is National Suicide Prevention Month to raise awareness and increase knowledge about a problem that has sadly affected too many people across the country.

Bart Brown was named as Information Professional Civilian Member of the Year

Aug. 27, 2024

NMRTC Camp Lejeune Employee recognized as Information Professional Civilian Member of the Year

Camp Lejeune, North Carolina — The 2023 Captain Joan Dooling Award Recipients have been named and a Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command Camp Lejeune employee has been selected as Information Professional Civilian Member of the Year.

Aug. 26, 2024

Women’s Equality Day

NHB/NMRTC Bremerton, Washington — Women’s Equality Day Naval Hospital Bremerton/Navy Medicine Readiness Training Command Bremerton Diversity Committee coordinated recognition of Women's Equality Day, August 26, 2024, to commemorates the 1920 passage of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, which gave women the right to vote.

alter Reed joins the rest of the nation in celebrating Women’s Equality Day on Aug. 26 and every day. Women’s Equality Day celebrates the day American women gained the right to vote with the ratification of the 19th Amendment

Aug. 26, 2024

Walter Reed joins nation in celebrating Women’s Equality Day, Aug. 26, Every Day

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, Md — Walter Reed joins the rest of the nation in celebrating Women’s Equality Day on Aug. 26 and every day.

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Brian S. Robinson, Air Education and Training Command commander, passes the guidon to Brig. Gen. Gwendolyn A. Foster, 59th Medical Wing commander, at the 59th MDW change of command ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio, Tx., Aug. 23, 2024.

Aug. 26, 2024

New commander takes the helm of Air Force's top medical wing

JBSA-LACKLAND, Texas. — Members of the Air Force's 59th Medical Wing reflected on their recent accomplishments and readiness for future missions during a change of command ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Aug. 23, 2024.

Kenner Army Health Clinic leadership standing in front of the ScriptCenter.

Aug. 26, 2024

Kenner Army Health Clinic Pharmacy ScriptCenter

Fort Gregg Adams, Virginia — Kenner Army Health Clinic (KAHC) unveiled its newest addition to the Pharmacy. Known as the ScriptCenter, the revolutionary locker system provides patients with a convenient way to pick up their prescriptions, enhancing patient experience and streamlining health care services.

Aug. 23, 2024

Navy Dental Corps – Putting Bite in the Fight for 112 Years – at NHB

NHB/NMRTC Bremerton, Washington — By Douglas H Stutz, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton – For 112 years – and counting - they’ve been the substance behind Sailor smiles.

Best Medic Competition

Aug. 23, 2024

Tripler Army Medical Center Best Medic 2024

Tripler Army Medical Center — U.S. Army Sgt. Nazariy Kurpita; of Medical Readiness Battalion, Hawaii; and Capt. Jess Guerin, of the Desmond T. Doss Health Clinic, were named the winners of Tripler Army Medical Center’s 2024 Best Medic Competition during a ceremony at Tripler’s Kyser Auditorium on Aug. 23, 2024. (DHA photo by Crizalmer Caraang Jr.)

Weed Army Community Hospital CT Technologist Scans Military Working Dog

Aug. 22, 2024

Military Working Dog Receives Specialized Care Ahead of National Dog Day

FORT IRWIN, Calif. — Thor, a military working dog from the Barstow Marine Base required a CT scan at Weed Army Community Hospital’s Radiology Department. Performing a CT scan on a dog presents unique challenges compared to human patients.

TAMC Awards Ceremony

Aug. 22, 2024

Tripler Army Medical Center Awards Ceremony

Tripler Army Medical Center — U.S. Army Col. Michael Ronn, Tripler Army Medical Center commander, left, and Command Sgt. Maj. Omar Bond, right, celebrate Master Sgt. Kimberly Shinn's induction into Army Medicine’s prestigious Order of the Military Medical Merit, also known as O2M3, during an award ceremony on Aug. 22, 2024. Founded in 1982 by the Commanding General of the U.S. Army Health Service Command, the honor recognizes people who have served in the Army Medical Department and through selflessness, have made a sustained contribution to the betterment of Army Medicine. (Defense Health Agency photo by Crizalmer Caraang Jr.)

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