Feb. 11, 2021

SAMHS Centralizes COVID Screening and Testing at BAMC

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, Texas — To preserve clinic access and maximize resources, the San Antonio Military Health System is centralizing COVID-19 screening and testing to a single location at Brooke Army Medical Center on JBSA-Fort Sam Houston. Effective noon on Friday, February 12, the sites at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center and Randolph Clinic will close after 11 months in operation, and BAMC will become the sole screening and testing location within SAMHS. BAMC’s site, located in the first floor of the parking garage, is open Mondays through Fridays from 8 a.m. to noon. As a reminder, the site will be closed Monday, February 15, for the Presidents Day holiday, but will resume normal operations on Tuesday, February 16. We appreciate everyone’s patience and support as we continue to modify services based on current conditions. Please continue to do your part to slow the spread of this virus, remember the 3 Ws: wear a face covering, wash your hands or hand sanitize regularly and watch your physical distancing. That is the best way to preserve the health of our patients and staff.

Feb. 11, 2021

LRMC surpasses 100K COVID-19 tests  

LANDSTUHL, Germany — This week, as the largest U.S. military hospital outside the continental United States, LRMC surpassed 100,000 COVID-19 tests with a continued commitment toward diminishing the virus. This is evidenced by ongoing additions to its laboratory arsenal, such as the recent U.S. Food and Drug Administration-authorized Rapid Antigen Tests, or RAT tests. Using a RAT test, patients can read their results directly from the testing card, similar to home pregnancy tests.  

Feb. 10, 2021

When Can I Get the COVID-19 Vaccine?

Falls Church, Va. — The big question on the mind of many TRICARE beneficiaries is, “When can I get the COVID-19 vaccine?” The Department of Defense (DoD) is offering the COVID-19 vaccine to service members, retirees, and their families through different phases of the schema.

Feb. 10, 2021

Bod Pod walk-ins available at AWC

FORT LEE, Va — Starting Feb. 12, the Army Wellness Center is reinstating walk-in hours for the Bod Pod, the Gold Standard of body composition testing, which will be available for walk-in opportunities every Friday morning 7:30-11:30 a.m. (unless otherwise notified of hourly adjustments via the Fort Lee Army Wellness Center Facebook page). All service members, dependents (over 17 y/o), retirees and DOD civilians are welcome to participate. However, in order to be optimally prepared, please call 804-734-9925 to receive pre-test instructions.

Feb. 10, 2021

Hollyanne Milley, WRNMMC Observe American Heart Month

Bethesda, MD — The nation annually observes American Heart Month during February to raise awareness about heart disease as the leading cause of death among Americans, especially women. In addition, Americans recognize the first Friday in February as National Wear Red Day, focused also on increasing public knowledge and sentiments about heart health.

Feb. 10, 2021

NHCPR PAX River Covid-19 Vaccine FAQ

Vaccine Eligibility at Naval Health Clinic Patuxent River

Feb. 9, 2021

Regional Health Command Europe conducts Global Health Engagement with Polish military medical counterparts

SEMBACH, Germany — Regional Health Command Europe recently conducted its first-ever ‘virtual’ Global Health Engagement with their Polish military medical counterparts. The two-day virtual event was held Feb. 3-4 and consisted of briefings and presentations by subject matter experts from the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force.

Feb. 9, 2021

Host nation patient liaisons impact continuity of care

LANDSTUHL, Germany — To assist with the unnerving task of managing health care while overseas, Landstuhl Regional Medical Center employs multiple host nation patient liaisons to help Americans navigate through host nation health care.

Feb. 8, 2021

Maintaining good mental health through ongoing pandemic

SEMBACH, Germany — The ongoing coronavirus outbreak has created new challenges for everyone. Normal routines have been replaced by unfamiliar isolation and adjustments to home-life, work, and school.

Feb. 5, 2021

COVID-19 Vaccination Options for the Selected Reserve Members (Including National Guard)

Falls Church, Va. — Are you a National Guard or Selected Reserve member with questions about how to get the COVID-19 vaccine? TRICARE has the answers you’re looking for.