April 10, 2024

Take A Ride - Patient Shuttle Service Option for NHB to Madigan

NHB/NMRTC Bremerton, Washington — By Douglas H Stutz, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton public affairs – When Logistics Specialist Seaman Nicoli Legaspigallego learned he had upcoming medical appointments scheduled at Madigan Army Medical Center, he thought he would have to arrange with his department to get there and back.

April 10, 2024

Walter Reed’s Department of Simulation participates in STEM Expo

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Md. — Walter Reed National Military Medical Center’s Department of Simulation participated in the Navy League of the U.S. STEM Expo on April 7 at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in Oxon Hill, Maryland.

April 9, 2024

Health care delivery system becomes virtual, digital

EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. — The 96th Medical Group is one of a few Defense Health Agency medical facilities collaborating to create a new, patient-centric health care model. The intent of the innovative model is to change how patients access care and how providers deliver care.

April 9, 2024

The Power of Prevention: Get Cancer Screenings With TRICARE

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Catching cancer early is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your loved ones from cancer. Routine cancer screening tests can find many common cancers before they cause symptoms.

April 9, 2024

Imagery SAAPM 5K held at NHB/NMRTC Bremerton

NHB/NMRTC Bremerton, Washington — For the cause, even with paws… in conjunction with April officially designated as Sexual Assault Awareness Prevention Month by DoD, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton staff took part in the SAAPM 5K to show active support for the monthly recognition organized by the command’s Health Promotion and Sexual Assault Prevention and Response team.

April 9, 2024

Madigan's Refill Pharmacy Pick-up Services at The Main JBLM Exchange opens April 16, 2024!

Madigan's Refill Pharmacy Pick-up Services at The Main JB Lewis-McChord Exchange opens April 16, 2024!

April 9, 2024

MHS GENESIS: One Year Later at Walter Reed

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — A little over a year ago, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center began a new chapter in military health care by implementing MHS GENESIS, the Department of Defense electronic health record system, and a landmark initiative to transform health service delivery to more than 9.6 million beneficiaries. Reflecting on the journey, Army Maj. Kirt Cline, MHS GENESIS Site point of contact, described March 25, 2023, as a "remarkable journey."

April 9, 2024

Brooke Army Medical Center creates Wellness Team to address staff needs

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO – FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas — Brooke Army Medical Center has stood up an ad hoc wellness team to address staff wellness

April 8, 2024

I Am Navy Medicine – and Victim Advocate – Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Crystal Munns

NHB/NMRTC Bremerton, Washington — By Douglas H Stutz, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton public affairs officer -- Service before self has been the guiding principle for Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Crystal Munns during her 10 years in Navy Medicine.

April 8, 2024

Battle Ready, Earth Friendly: Empowering Military Communities with Sustainable Food Solution

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Md. — Despite advancements in logistics and technology, ensuring food access and ensuring food security for service members and their families remains a challenge. Military families often face unique challenges related to food access and affordability, particularly when stationed on remote bases or deployed to remote locations with limited access to fresh, nutritious food. Additionally, frequent moves or deployments can disrupt food routines and make it difficult for families to maintain healthy eating habits.