March 30, 2021

DHA Improves TRICARE Comprehensive Autism Care Demonstration Program

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Do you have a family member with a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD)? If so, they’ll soon have expanded access to health and support services. The Defense Health Agency (DHA) has authorized policy changes to the TRICARE Comprehensive Autism Care Demonstration (ACD) program.

March 26, 2021

March Warrior Wellness

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March 25, 2021

I’m Getting Divorced. What Happens to My TRICARE Benefit?

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — If you’re getting divorced, the future may seem uncertain. One question in your mind may be whether you’ll still be eligible for TRICARE. The answer depends on your sponsor status, length of your marriage, and other factors.

March 25, 2021

Pharmacy Upgrades: Quicker Service, Reduced Waits

FORT BENNING, Ga. — No time to wait for your new prescriptions to be filled? Never fear, Martin Army Community Hospital Pharmacy is here. Use Rapid Return!

March 25, 2021

PRUCC Catches Rare COVID Complication

FORT BENNING, Ga. — “It was scary, but I knew I wasn’t going to lose him.” A mother’s faith sustained her through the most terrifying week of her life, as her 10-year-old son fought off a rare but serious COVID complication in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit.

March 25, 2021

Medical Support Assistants: the Face of MACH

FORT BENNING, Ga. — “I will stay out here until there is no longer a need,” vowed Tara Hopkins. The Medical Support Assistant works in Martin Army Community Hospital’s COVID testing tent. Hopkins volunteered for the duty last August. As an MSA, Hopkins is often the very first face patients see when they come to MACH.

March 24, 2021

Back to school physicals, sports physicals and immunizations

FORT LEE, Va. — NOW is the time to plan for getting your children’s immunization records and physical exams up-to-date for the next school year! The Pediatric Clinic within Kenner Army Health Clinic stresses, “Do not wait until the last minute. Make an appointment early.”

March 24, 2021

CRDAMC recognized for successfully chasing perfection

FORT HOOD — FORT HOOD, Texas – Frank Robinson once said, "Close only counts in horseshoes and grenades." A thought not just accurate in baseball, but also captures the sentiment at the heart of Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center's commitment to patient safety that earned them Military Health System honors last quarter.

March 24, 2021

Expanding Compassionate Care for Sexual Assault Survivors: Fort Drum sexual assault healthcare specialist provides training in forensic examinations to Navy doctor

FORT DRUM, N.Y. — The U.S. Army Medical Department Activity, Fort Drum, New York, hosted a U.S. Navy doctor during a Sexual Assault Medical Forensic Examiner (SAMFE) course. Traditionally held in San Antonio, the two-week course consisted of one week of online didactic training and three days of hands-on clinical training taught by the Fort Drum Sexual Assault Medical Management Office program manager.

March 23, 2021

Curbside Pharmacy comes to an end

FORT HUACHUCA, Arizona — After just over one year, the Raymond W. Bliss Curbside Pharmacy’s last day is scheduled for Friday, April 9, 2021.