"Unprecedented Cancer Treatment Emerges on the Military Medical Front" In the fight against aggressive lymphoma cancer, the Hematology/Oncology team at the Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center (ATAMMC), under the leadership of Dr. Pramvir Verma, introduced a pioneering solution - Epkinly, a monoclonal antibody anticancer medication used for the treatment of diffuse large B-cell lymphoma. Unveiled at ATAMMC, it serves as a beacon of hope for patients who have not responded to previous treatments.

May 3, 2024

Pioneering Cancer Therapy: Unveiling New Possibilities in Military Health

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — "Unprecedented Cancer Treatment Emerges on the Military Medical Front" In the fight against aggressive lymphoma cancer, the Hematology/Oncology team at the Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center (ATAMMC), under the leadership of Dr. Pramvir Verma, introduced a pioneering solution - Epkinly, a monoclonal antibody anticancer medication used for the treatment of diffuse large B-cell lymphoma. Unveiled at ATAMMC, it serves as a beacon of hope for patients who have not responded to previous treatments.

A surgical team wearing masks uses equipment in an operating room.

May 3, 2024

9 Military Hospitals Receive Highest Leapfrog Grade for Safe, High-Quality Care

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — The Defense Health Agency announced May 1, 2024, that nine military hospitals received an “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, demonstrating DHA’s commitment to safe, high-quality health care, and transparency.

Ambulance and Plane

May 3, 2024

Project Caladrius transports patient

Suffolk, Va. — A Navy active-duty patient arrives at the Hampton Roads Executive Airport through Project Caladrius prior to being transported via ambulance to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP) for further treatment, May 3.

CRDAMC PAO

May 3, 2024

A Day of Discovery as Audie Murphy Middle School students visit Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center

FORT CAVAZOS, Texas –Eighth graders from Audie Murphy Middle School embarked on a transformative journey to the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center 3 May. They learned firsthand from Army and civilian medical professionals the intricacies of providing care to active-duty soldiers, veterans, and their families within a medical treatment facility.

White, three-tiered wedding cake with white and pink flowers and greenery.

May 2, 2024

TRICARE and Marriage: What You Need To Know

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Getting married is an exciting time in your life. If you’re a new military spouse, there are certain things you need to do to enroll in a TRICARE health plan.

Photo of table set up for Patient Experience Week

May 2, 2024

Walter Reed Hosts Second Annual Patient Experience Week

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — Walter Reed National Military Medical Center’s Chief Experience Office is hosting their second annual Patient Experience Week April 29 – May 3, 2024.

CRDAMC PAO

May 2, 2024

CRDAMC receives an ‘A’ safety grade from the Leapfrog Group

FORT CAVAZOS, Texas – The Leapfrog Group, an independent, nationwide non-profit that seeks to improve the safety and quality of U.S. health care, awarded the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center an ‘A’ grade for its commitment to providing quality and safe care.

Tired of waiting in line for your refill prescription? Tripler's Outpatient Pharmacy ScriptCenter has got you covered. Tripler's ScriptCenter is the first pharmacy kiosk in a military treatment facility on Oahu. The kiosk is located in the pharmacy waiting area, at Mountainside 4G.

May 1, 2024

Tripler Army Medical Center Outpatient Pharmacy ScriptCenter

Tripler Army Medical Center — Tripler Army Medical Center Outpatient Pharmacy ScriptCenter

Photo of Walter Reed

May 1, 2024

Walter Reed Receives Top "A" Grade for Patient Safety from Leapfrog Group

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — Walter Reed National Military Medical Center is proud to announce that it has received an “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, May 1, 2024.

Patient wearing mask sits on exam table and speaks with doctor, wearing mask and lab coat, who is holding a pamphlet about colon health.

May 1, 2024

Age 45 or Older? Screen for Colorectal Cancer With TRICARE

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Colorectal cancer is on the rise in people under 50 in the United States. Recent guidelines state that anyone at average risk for colorectal cancer should start getting screenings at age 45. Getting screened is easy, and TRICARE covers several options for colorectal cancer exams.

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