Jan. 18, 2021

3 Ways to Slow the Spread of COVID-19

Hope is on the horizon with vaccination news and the beginning of a new year. But COVID-19 cases and deaths in the U.S. are on the rise. This means we all must continue to take steps to stop the spread of the COVID-19 virus. This is true even after people eventually get vaccinated, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Jan. 18, 2021

TRICARE Provides New Coverage for Low Back Pain Physical Therapy

Do you have acute or chronic low back pain? If the answer is yes, you aren’t alone. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, low back pain is the most common type of pain reported by patients. You can take preventive steps and manage low back pain safely and effectively. As of Jan. 1, 2021, if you need physical therapy for your low back pain, the Defense Health Agency established a demonstration. With the demonstration, TRICARE will waive cost-shares for qualified beneficiaries for up to three physical therapy sessions in 10 states.

Jan. 15, 2021

Director’s Update Regarding COVID Vaccine Supply

Bethesda, Maryland — The health and safety of the staff and beneficiaries of Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) remain our top priority, and we are committed to providing the most current information as we fight the global pandemic of COVID-19.

Jan. 15, 2021

A long road to recovery: 10th Mountain Soldier returns to duty nearly a year after catastrophic car accident

FORT DRUM, New York — Perseverance is defined as the ability to keep doing something despite obstacles or delay in achieving success. A real-world example is that of 1st Lt. Thomas Vincent, who spent nearly an entire year recovering after a severe car accident in November 2019 left him with multiple injuries.

Jan. 15, 2021

Kimbrough COVID-19 Vaccine Guidance

FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. — Kimbrough continues to administer the vaccine to the Fort Meade community in a phased approach based off of the DoD vaccination schema and CDC guidance.    Due to the limited availability of vaccine at this time, priority is given to our critical national capabilities on the installation.  We will announce when we are able to provide the vaccine to the 75 years and older population as the supply  becomes more available.

Jan. 15, 2021

Fort Hood healthcare workers, first responders receive initial COVID-19 vaccine doses at Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center

FORT HOOD, Texas — FORT HOOD, Texas — Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center received its initial shipment of the COVID-19 vaccine and began inoculating healthcare workers and first responders within hours on Dec. 15; igniting hope that there is a light at the end of the global pandemic tunnel.

Jan. 15, 2021

First wave of COVID vaccine reaches Dental Health Command Europe

SEMBACH, Germany — Army dental clinic staff across the European theater lined up with their healthcare counterparts to receive the Moderna COVID vaccine, as part of the initial distribution of the vaccine which began Dec. 28.

Jan. 14, 2021

TRICARE Seniors 75 and Older Now Eligible for COVID-19 Vaccine

Adults age 75 and older should now receive the COVID-19 vaccine, as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The Department of Defense (DoD) and the Military Health System are now making the vaccine available to the 1.13 million beneficiaries who are age 75 or older. These beneficiaries use the TRICARE For Life health plan.

Jan. 14, 2021

Maj. Holly Crellin: Returning to the Classroom

FORT BENNING, Ga. — Martin Army Community Hospital Family Medicine Residency Faculty Physician Maj. Holly Crellin was competitively selected for the Family Medicine Obstetrics Fellowship at the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center.

Jan. 13, 2021

Get into fighting weight with the 2021 Total Force Fitness Challenge

Weight gain around the holiday season is common. However, this year’s ongoing social distancing restrictions due to COVID-19 could present new challenges for those trying to stay in shape.