June 11, 2025

Mouth Taping: A New Trend–But What Are Its Effects on Oral Health?

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Mouth taping is the practice of using surgical tape to keep your mouth closed during sleep. It’s recently gained popularity as a potential solution for mouth breathing and its related health issues. But is it supported by science or is it just another viral trend?

June 11, 2025

Pfc. Charles Thomas Moore, a combat medic who served on the front lines in Vietnam

FORT CAVAZOS, Texas — Private First Class Charles Thomas Moore was born July 15, 1948, in Ottumwa, Iowa. Drafted into the

June 10, 2025

CRDAMC, STRONG STAR Consortium lead the fight against combat-related PTSD

FORT CAVAZOS, Texas – For Soldiers suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center and the STRONG STAR program provides access to the latest, most innovative care available for the treatment of this common warfighting mental health condition. Headquartered at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, STRONG STAR operates one of its largest clinical research hubs at Fort Cavazos, in close partnership with CRDAMC. Through collaborations with more than 150 investigators across over 50 academic, military, and VA institutions nationwide, the consortium's mission is clear: to develop and deliver evidence-based strategies that improve the psychological health of service members and veterans—helping them remain mission-ready and resilient in the face of adversity.

June 10, 2025

Poster competition highlights research by Walter Reed staff

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, MD — Research focused on enhancing the care and readiness of service members and their families again led the way in this year’s poster competition, held annually during May by the Department of Research Programs (DRP) at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.

June 10, 2025

Fort Cavazos and CRDAMC Army Public Health urges vaccination for measles

FORT CAVAZOS, Texas – Fort Cavazos families should be fully vaccinated to protect themselves and our community against this highly contagious virus, following the report of a confirmed case of measles in Bell County, June 3, 2025, according to the Army Public Health Nursing team at Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center. Since January, the Texas Department of State and Health Services has reported 744 measles cases in the Central and South-Central region of Texas, including 96 hospitalizations. The Centers for Disease and Control has reported over 1000 cases since 10 June in many other states https://www.dshs.texas.gov/news-alerts/measles-outbreak-2025.

June 10, 2025

Daisy Awards Bloom Again at Womack

FORT BRAGG, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES — FORT BRAGG, NC - COVID put many things on hold when it first struck a few years ago. One of the things affected at Womack Army Medical Center was the ability to nominate nurses for the DAISY Foundation Award. Ironically, Womack became so busy during the COVID pandemic, that the program had phased out at the hospital due to the urgent needs of patients during that time.

June 10, 2025

Fort Bragg Maternity Fair: Labor of Love

FORT BRAGG, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES — FORT BRAGG, NC - A maternity fair held at Womack Army Medical Center experienced a high turnout, with more than 400 attendees flooding the event. The fair, designed to provide resources and support to expectant mothers, quickly became a testament to the strong sense of community among new and growing families.

June 10, 2025

Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center Announces Annual Back-to-School and Sports Physical Rodeo

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — As one school year closes and another approaches, the Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center (ATAMMC) is excited to announce its annual “Back to School and Sports Physical Rodeo.” This community event provides convenient access to essential health care for children, ensuring they are prepared and healthy for the upcoming academic year by providing a convenient way to complete physicals and vaccinations, often with the help of a multidisciplinary team.

June 10, 2025

Keep an Eye on Your Vision Health With TRICARE

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — About 11 million Americans over age 12 need vision correction, according to the CDC. Do you know if you’re one of them? Getting routine eye exams to monitor your eyesight can help detect and prevent eye diseases early.

June 10, 2025

Cpl. Thomas W. Bennett, a medic who served without a weapon

FORT CAVAZOS, Texas — Born on April 7, 1947, in Morgantown, West Virginia, Bennett was a conscientious objector who chose