Dec. 18, 2020

New, State-of-the-art Cleanslate UV Sanitizer Machine

PEARL HARBOR, Hi. — The Cleanslate UV machine is a new, state-of-the-art sanitation machine recently implemented in Naval Health Clinic Hawaii clinics for use by patients and staff in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The machine is a hospital-grade UV light sanitizer that kills bacteria on surfaces such as cell phones, keys, wallets, and badges in 20 seconds.

Dec. 17, 2020

Army ICU nurse receives first COVID-19 vaccine at BAMC

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas — The first Brooke Army Medical Center staff member to receive a COVID-19 vaccine said she was “excited and relieved” to receive the shot. Army Capt. Rebecca Parrish, an Army nurse who has been serving on the frontlines of healthcare since the pandemic began, was among a small group of frontline medical professionals who received the first Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccines at BAMC today.

Dec. 17, 2020

ObGyn Nurse Marcella Hannah: Making a Difference

FORT BENNING, Ga. — The opening bars of Brahms Lullaby ring through the halls of Fort Benning Martin Army Community Hospital (MACH). That means a baby was born. That also means Obstetrics and Gynecology (ObGyn) Nurse Marcella Hannah was most likely right by the mother’s bedside.

Dec. 17, 2020

Army Wellness Center: Part 1 of 2 - Helping you Meet Your Goals

FORT BENNING, Ga. — The holidays usually mean a time of indulgence. There are lavish meals, a toast or two and decadent desserts. For those of us trying to stay on target when it comes to a healthy lifestyle, we can use all the help we can get right about now.

Dec. 17, 2020

DoD’s COVID-19 Vaccine Efforts Explained

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas — Vaccine candidates are being offered through an Emergency Use Authorization by the Food and Drug Administration. Getting the vaccine protects yourself, your family, your community and our nation. The Department of Defense is implementing a standardized and coordinated strategy for prioritizing, distributing, and administering a COVID-19 vaccine(s) through a phased approach to DoD uniformed service members, both the active and Selected Reserve components, including members of the National Guard; dependents; retirees; civilian employees, and selected DoD contract personnel as authorized in accordance with DoD regulation.

Dec. 15, 2020

Naval Health Clinic Hawaii Inaugural DAISY Award Kick-Off Begins Nomination Cycle for Extraordinary Nurse Recognition

PEARL HARBOR, Hi. — The DAISY Award Program and Selection Committee consisting of Active Duty Navy and civilian nurses at Naval Health Clinic Hawaii (NHCH) visited Branch Health Clinics (BHC) Kaneohe Bay and Makalapa, and Shipyard Clinic to recognize the beginning of the inaugural DAISY award nomination cycle for NHCH. The cycle runs from Dec. 14, 2020 to April 2021. The kick-off consisted of revealing the foundation’s banner to be hung in each clinic and a brief to educate nursing staff on the award. The award is part of the DAISY Foundation's mission to recognize the extraordinary, compassionate nursing care nurses provide patients and families every day.

Dec. 15, 2020

NMCP’s Pastoral Care Services Hosts Hanukkah Alive, Lessons and Carols

Portsmouth, VA — PORTSMOUTH, Va. (Dec. 11, 2020) – Naval Medical Center Portsmouth’s (NMCP) Pastoral Care Services hosted their annual Lessons and Carols service, along with Hanukkah Alive on Dec. 11.

Dec. 15, 2020

Operation Homefront Delivers Gifts to NMCP

Portsmouth, VA — PORTSMOUTH, Va. (Dec. 14, 2020) – Naval Medical Center Portsmouth’s (NMCP) Pediatric Inpatient Ward patients received a welcoming surprise visit Operation Homefront on Dec. 14.

Dec. 15, 2020

NMCP Receives COVID-19 Vaccine

Portsmouth, VA — PORTSMOUTH, Va. (Dec. 15, 2020) Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Hannah May pushes a cart with the first Coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccination delivery at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP) on Dec. 15. Vaccinations for the healthcare staff will begin Dec. 16. NMCP is one of the first Military Treatment Facilities (MTF) in the Department of Defense to receive the COVID-19 vaccinations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Dylan M. Kinee/Released)

Dec. 15, 2020

Understanding TRICARE Coverage of COVID-19 Testing

If you have symptoms of COVID-19 and go to the doctor to get tested, will TRICARE cover your visit and your test? Will TRICARE cover your COVID-19 test if you don’t have symptoms but want to get a test for peace of mind? If you’re confused about COVID-19 tests and what TRICARE covers, be sure you check out the latest information on the TRICARE website.