Attention TRICARE beneficiaries!  
You may experience busy signals when calling the military pharmacy prescription refill interactive voice response system – or prescription refill line – Jan. 26 to Feb. 5, 2026, as the system is updated.  
Each military pharmacy’s prescription refill line may be unavailable for about two hours. If you call the prescription refill line at this time, you will hear a busy signal. Please wait and call back to complete your refill later.  
You may still use the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal to refill your prescriptions.  
You may report issues to the DHA Global Service Center by calling 800-600-9332. 
Computer login screen infographic as a base-wide reminder during the COVID-19 pandemic. (U.S. Air Force graphic by David Perry)

July 15, 2021

The Fight Against COVID-19 Endures

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – The number of COVID-19 cases in Ohio and across Wright-Patterson Air Force Base has dropped since the beginning of the year, but the fight against this pandemic continues as the delta variant becomes more dominant around the world.

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July 14, 2021

Time for shots, physicals required by state schools

FORT LEE, Va. — With kids heading back to the classrooms, parents are encouraged to get a jump on bringing their children’s immunizations and physical exams up to date.

Senior Airmen Jeslyn Raetz, left, and Nathaniel Morris, right, both 341st Medical Operation Squadron technicians, check quality assurance on patients’ medical paperwork Jan. 30, 2017, at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. Medical files for all patients seen each day must be filled out properly because they are an inspectable item. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Magen M. Reeves)

July 13, 2021

Active Duty SICK Program: What is it?

Active Duty members enrolled to a primary care manager at the 436th Medical Group can once again save time and money by using the Self-Initiated Care Kit program to access over-the-counter medications for mild symptoms without needing an appointment.

Engaged couple hold hands

July 13, 2021

TRICARE and Marriage: What to Do When Getting Married

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — It’s a big moment when you say “I do.” It’s also important for your family health coverage. Spouses of service members are eligible for TRICARE coverage. And getting married is a TRICARE Qualifying Life Event (QLE). So, what does this mean and what steps do you need to take?

Photo By Shannon Carabajal | The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center is testing a mobile app designed to centralize and streamline the subletting of short-term slots at military child development centers this summer. The app, called Kinderspot, earned first place at the 2020 AFIMSC Innovation Rodeo. To design a tool that would benefit military families, AFIMSC partnered with Oddball and worked closely with the Air Force Services Center to shape the app and processes to align with other child and youth program priorities and efforts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Holly E. Ardern)

July 12, 2021

MacDill CDC Releases Kinderspot App

In an effort to aid military service members in finding available childcare or day care service at MacDill’s Child Development Center, a mobile app called Kinderspot, developed by Oddball, will be available to families of Team MacDill beginning July 12, 2021.

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July 9, 2021

Kenner urges caution: tick season is upon us

FORT LEE, Va. — Kenner Army Health Clinic is emphasizing tick awareness during this time of increased outdoor activities.

3rd Wednesday Training Day

July 9, 2021

3rd Wednesday Training Day

Fort Rucker Army Base, AL — Lyster including pharmacy services will close at noon on the 3rd Wednesday for training.

School & Sports Physical Day

July 9, 2021

School & Sports Physical Day

Fort Rucker Army Base, AL — Saturday, JULY 24, 2021 from 0745-1230 Lyster Army Health Clinic Are you headed to Elementary, High School, or College and need a school or sports physical? Schedule your appointment for our School & Sports Physical Day on Saturday, July 24. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. No Walk-ins Call the Lyster Central Appointment Line at 800-261-7193 to book your appointment.

Col. Christopher Backus receives the 55th Medical Group guidon from Col. Kristen D. Thompson, 55th Wing commander, during a change of command ceremony June 8 at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. Backus became the newest commander of the 55 MDG. (U.S. Air Force photo by Charles Haymond) PHOTO BY: Charles Haymond

July 9, 2021

55th MDG Welcomes New Commander

OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, Neb. -- The mighty medics of the 55th Medical Group welcomed a new commander during a change of command ceremony at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska, on July 8.

Vaccine Campaign Recognition

July 8, 2021

CASCOM CG recognizes vaccination clinic staff

FORT LEE, Va. — The “key players” of the installation’s COVID vaccination campaign received special thanks from Maj. Gen. Rodney D. Fogg, CASCOM and Fort Lee commanding general, during a ceremony Wednesday morning in Clark Fitness Center.

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