Oct. 16, 2020

The Importance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month: One Woman’s Story

Desmond T. Doss Health Clinic — By 1st Lt. Shaniek Tose, Clinical Social Work Intern, October 16, 2020 October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. For most, the purpose of DVAM is to become educated about the warning signs, prevention, and treatment of domestic violence. For one woman, though, DVAM serves as a reminder of her own heart-rending experience as a survivor of domestic violence. I met Brandy Sloan when I was stationed at Joint Base San Antonio, Texas. I was looking for a piano teacher for my daughter and a quick internet search returned her studio as the top result. On our first visit, she swung the door to her studio open with a warm, welcoming smile stretched across her face. She spoke in a melodic lilt that demanded the attention of young ears. Within months, Brandy ignited a passion and appreciation for music in my daughter. After learning more about Brandy and her path to becoming a music teacher, however, I realized that her entry into our lives would not have been possible if a violent ex-boyfriend had succeeded in taking her life eight years earlier.

Oct. 14, 2020

Get your flu shot

Fort Rucker Army Base, AL — Get your flu shot. You don't have to wait, several area pharmacies already have the flu vaccine available.

Oct. 9, 2020

BACH physical therapists' research on knee pain may aid recovery

BACH physical therapists' research on knee pain may aid recovery

Oct. 9, 2020

BACH remembers fallen physician assistant during PA Week

BACH remembers fallen physician assistant during PA Week

Oct. 9, 2020

Leadership changes hands at Naval Branch Health Clinic Mayport and Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Unit Mayport

Cmdr. Brian Hower relinquished charge of Naval Branch Health Clinic Mayport and Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Unit Mayport to Cmdr. Jared McKendall during a ceremony at the clinic (aboard Naval Station Mayport) on Oct. 9.

Oct. 8, 2020

TRICARE Open Season is Just a Month Away

Are you working on your fall to-do list? Don’t forget to add health care as an item. With the 2020 TRICARE Open Season coming soon, now is the time to start thinking about your and your family’s health care needs. Depending on where you live, and your beneficiary status, you may have many coverage options to choose from. Open season is also a good opportunity to learn about important changes, like TRICARE Select enrollment fees for Group A retirees, and if you need to take action.

Oct. 6, 2020

October is National Audiology Awareness Month

Fort Rucker Army Base, AL — According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, more than 36 million American adults have some degree of hearing loss

Oct. 6, 2020

Continue to Do Your Part to Slow Spread of COVID-19

By now, you’ve probably adjusted to life during COVID-19. Staying away from large gatherings and wearing a mask in public is the new normal. You’ve also learned how to safely access your TRICARE benefit. But now isn’t the time to let your guard down. These habits will be important to remember—especially as some restrictions begin to ease in your community. By continuing to take action and staying informed, you can help stop the spread of the coronavirus.

Oct. 5, 2020

‘COVID Cops’ keeping Expeditionary Civilians virus-free during restriction of movement

Oct. 5, 2020

Got TRICARE For Life Questions? Here’s What You Should Know

Will you soon be eligible for Medicare based on reaching age 65? If so, now’s the time to start thinking about your future health care needs. With TRICARE For Life (TFL) coverage, you can get the care you need while minimizing your out-of-pocket costs. As you begin to learn about TFL, you may have questions about costs, what’s covered, and if you’re eligible for it. By understanding how TRICARE and Medicare work together, you can get the most out of your coverage.