June 8, 2023

Newly pinned Air Force major accepts his duty with nose bop, paw salute

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas — Brooke Army Medical Center commissioned a new four-legged staff member to the rank of Air Force

June 8, 2023

WAMC combat paramedics graduate from FTCC Paramedic Course

Womack Army Medical Center and Fayetteville Technical Community College celebrated the graduation of its Combat Paramedic Course 2023-002, June 8. The ceremony took place at the Fayetteville Technical Community College Spring Lake Campus, where the students received their certification after completing the rigorous training program.

June 8, 2023

Volunteers recognized for nearly 27,000 hours of community support

FORT STEWART, Ga — The Installation’s annual Volunteer Recognition Ceremony held May 24 at Cashe Gardens on Fort Stewart was hosted by the 3rd Infantry Division and Army Community Services. Highlighted were those Volunteers of the Year in five separate categories including the Active Duty Soldier Volunteer of the Year; Spouse Volunteer of the Year; Family Volunteer of the Year; Youth Volunteer of the Year; and Civilian Volunteer of the Year.

June 8, 2023

TAMC Medical Lab Specialist (68K) and Radiology Specialist (68P) Graduation

Tripler Army Medical Center — Congratulations to the 68K Medical Lab Specialist and 68P Radiology Specialist graduates Pfc. Mumin Sharkawy (68K), Pfc. Alexander Mateski (68P), Spc. Denny Nguyen (68K) and Pfc. Seth Sargent (68P).

June 7, 2023

What’s the Buzz? Bug Week is Here, June 10-17

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Buzz. Buzz. Swwwwaaaaaarm. SPLAT! These familiar sounds are a reminder that summer—and even more bugs—will arrive soon. To educate and inform the military community about illnesses transmitted by bugs and how to prevent bug bites at home or while deployed, the Military Health System is holding Bug Week, June 10-17. The week will also demonstrate the good things bugs can do for us.

June 7, 2023

Walter Reed revives Cancer Survivorship Days two-day event

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — Walter Reed National Military Medical Center wrapped up Cancer Survivorship Days event, a two-day celebration of life for cancer survivors and their families.

June 7, 2023

Campbell becomes Walter Reed’s new director for education, training and research

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — Navy Cmdr. (Dr.) Wesley Campbell recently became the new director for Education, Training and Research (DETR) at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.

June 6, 2023

Beaches of Normandy Remembered by Navy Chaplain

Naval Hospital Bremerton, Washington — By Douglas H Stutz, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton public affairs officer - The sands of time on a stretch of beaches in Normandy, France became a hallowed opportunity for U.S. Navy Sailors back in 2019.

June 6, 2023

Virtual Medical Center awarded for ground-breaking technologies

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas — The Virtual Medical Center at Brooke Army Medical Center will be recognized for four groundbreaking

June 6, 2023

Q&A: Does TRICARE Cover Care When Traveling Overseas?

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — While traveling overseas, the rules for getting care depend on your sponsor status, your health plan, and your location. Learn your options for accessing care overseas, as well as what you’ll need to do when you return home.