Retired U.S. Navy Master Chief Clinton Garrett serves as the guest speaker during a 9/11 remembrance observance held on September11, 2024 in front of the historic Tower at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (Walter Reed).

Sept. 11, 2024

Solemn observance at Walter Reed remembers 9/11

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — “I am the flag of the United States of America. We support and defend it. I have fought in every battle of every war… In New York City on September 11, 2001, I was raised from the ashes of once proud buildings by brave firefighters, heroes who risked and gave their lives to save others, showing all that America, although bloodied, will never be beaten. For those who want to destroy me, they cannot. We will win, for I am the symbol of freedom, of one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.”

Flag Pole

Sept. 11, 2024

September 11, 2001. Never forget.

NMCP — Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP) active duty and civilian staff members, led by Capt. Brian Feldman, NMCP director/Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command Portsmouth commander, gathered at Morning Colors to honor the lives lost due to the attacks on the World Trade Center towers, the Pentagon, and the crash of Flight 93 in a Pennsylvania field, 23 years ago, Sept. 11.

Psychology Intern class of 2024

Sept. 11, 2024

NMCP HOSTS 2023-2024 PSYCHOLOGY INTERN GRADUATION

NMCP — PORTSMOUTH, Va. (Sept. 10, 2024) Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP) hosted a graduation ceremony in the command’s Chapel of Comfort for the Psychology Intern class of 2023-2024, Sept. 10.

Lab Technicians holing blood vials

Sept. 11, 2024

NMCP HOSTS COMMAND CAREER NEC FAIR

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth — Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP) staff hosted a fair highlighting the various Navy Enlisted Classifications (NECs), or jobs, available within Navy Medicine, Sept. 3. Numerous tables lined the main hall of Building 2 that provided information via decorative displays, and staff from each specialty, from lab work to pharmacy to mental health, were able to speak to attendees and answer questions.

Landstuhl Regional Medical Center reverified as only U.S. Level II Trauma Center overseas

Sept. 11, 2024

Landstuhl Regional Medical Center reverified as only U.S. Level II Trauma Center overseas

LANDSTUHL, Germany — Through a rigorous and comprehensive evaluation process that spanned 14 months, the American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma recently reverified Landstuhl Regional Medical Center as the only U.S. Level II Trauma Center, military or civilian, overseas.

A man poses for a photo in a maintenance shop with a saw table behind him.

Sept. 10, 2024

TRICARE Is Your Partner in Mental Health Care

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Suicidal thoughts can be experienced by anyone and are a serious mental health concern. If you or someone you know is struggling, reach out. Help is available, and TRICARE is here to support you.

Nearby wildfires reduce air quality and give the sun an ominous red glow at sunrise and sunset.

Sept. 10, 2024

How to Reduce Exposure to Wildfire Smoke: Tips for Protecting Your Health

FORT IRWIN, Calif. — As wildfires continue to burn in our region, it’s important to stay mindful of the impact on air quality, even if the fires are miles away. Smoke and particulate matter can travel long distances, creating health risks, especially for those with respiratory conditions, children, the elderly, and pregnant women.

Each year, thousands of people are affected by breast cancer, whether it touches your life directly or involves someone you hold dear. Breast cancer is the second most common cancer in women worldwide, with about 1 in 8 women being diagnosed with it in their lifetime. The Staff Engagement Working Group and the Public Health team invite you to our Glow Run/Walk event on Oct. 4. The Glow Run/Walk will take place at the outdoor track near the Whitside gym in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast Cancer Awareness t-shirts are on sale for $20; please see the attached flyer for more details. Everything in white on the back of the t-shirt will glow! The front has a pink flag with stars on it with a ribbon wrapped around it. The run/walk will kick off at 7 PM, if you can't take part in the run/walk, come out to enjoy the music, giveaways, and other activities. This event is open to the public, so please share with your friends. We look forward to seeing you there. In case of inclement weather, the outside activities will be canceled, and an information booth will be located inside the hospital.

Sept. 10, 2024

Breast Cancer Awareness Glow Run

FORT RILEY, Kansas — Each year, thousands of people are affected by breast cancer, whether it touches your life directly or involves someone you hold dear. Breast cancer is the second most common cancer in women worldwide, with about 1 in 8 women being diagnosed with it in their lifetime. The Staff Engagement Working Group and the Public Health team invite you to our Glow Run/Walk event on Oct. 4. The Glow Run/Walk will take place at the outdoor track near the Whitside gym in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast Cancer Awareness t-shirts are on sale for $20; please see the attached flyer for more details. Everything in white on the back of the t-shirt will glow! The front has a pink flag with stars on it with a ribbon wrapped around it. The run/walk will kick off at 7 PM, if you can't take part in the run/walk, come out to enjoy the music, giveaways, and other activities. This event is open to the public, so please share with your friends. We look forward to seeing you there. In case of inclement weather, the outside activities will be canceled, and an information booth will be located inside the hospital.

Navy Commander Sara Quan serves aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point as a Family Medicine Physician and Flight Surgeon. A native of Bradbury, California, she credits her brother and grandfather as inspiration to serve.

Sept. 10, 2024

Navy Physician Continues Family Tradition of Service aboard MCAS Cherry Point

MCAS Cherry Point — A Navy Medicine officer serving aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point continues her family’s tradition of service in the nation’s armed forces.

Registered nurses Rezia Lake (front left) and Holly Aguridakis (front second from left) of Walter Reed’s General Surgery Clinic, are congratulated by their General Surgical Clinic team members for recently earning the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses.

Sept. 9, 2024

Walter Reed nursing team recognizes members with the DAISY Award for extraordinary, lifesaving care

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — Nurses spearhead the health care efforts at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNNMC), most often at the bedside of patients, providing the nation’s heroes and their families compassionate care around the clock. The medical center's leadership team recognizes nurses' selfless service and dedication, presenting its members with the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses monthly.

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