Staff and Soldiers shoot hoops at an adaptive reconditioning event for the Walter Reed Soldier Recovery Brigade. The unit has an adaptive reconditioning program that helps Soldiers in their recovery and transition. (DOW photo by Ann Brandstadter)

Nov. 19, 2025

Physical and Adaptive Therapy Provide a Better Quality of Life for Wounded Warriors at the Walter Reed

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, MD — The Soldier Recovery Unit (SRU) at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center held “Spirit Week” during the last week of October as part of its adaptive reconditioning program. The week featured daily physical fitness competitions such as pickle ball, volleyball, and basketball, and team building exercises like “Draw your Squad Leader,” group problem solving, and a pumpkin painting contest. Spirit Week is a great way to build morale for those in the SRU, focusing on physical and cognitive activities, and is for Army Soldiers in recovery.

Julia Flores, a clinical laboratory scientist at Munson Army Health Center, was named Civilian Employee of the Quarter for the Third Quarter of Fiscal Year 2025. Operated under the Defense Health Agency, Munson is part of an integrated combat support agency, with a global team of nearly 130,000 civilian and military personnel serving 9.5million beneficiaries and supporting more than 700 hospitals and clinics in the Military Health System.

Nov. 18, 2025

Munson Army Health Center Announces Civilian Employee of the Quarter for 3Q CY25

FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas — FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas – Munson Army Health Center named Leavenworth, Kansas, resident, Julia Flores as its Defense Health Agency Civilian Employee of the Quarter for the Third Quarter of Calendar Year 2025.

307thMedical Squadron Airmen train during an exercise.

Nov. 18, 2025

Get your RSV and flu immunizations with TRICARE

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Respiratory illnesses like respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, and flu can spread quickly, especially during the fall and winter months. However, there’s an easy way to reduce your risk of serious illness—get vaccinated. TRICARE covers both RSV and flu immunizations for eligible beneficiaries, helping protect you and your family this season.

A podiatrist at Irwin Army Community Hospital applies 2,500 low-intensity soundwave pulses designed to stimulate blood flow, reduce inflammation, and encourage bone regeneration to a patient who suffered a fifth metatarsal avulsion fracture, a painful injury caused when a ligament pulled part of the bone away after he stepped into a pothole during a run.

Nov. 17, 2025

First Soldier to Benefit from IACH's Shockwave Therapy

FORT RILEY, Kansas — A Soldier with the 1st Infantry Division became the first patient to receive shockwave therapy at Irwin Army Community Hospital and he is already reporting relief from chronic pain that once limited his mobility.

Chaplain (Capt.) Steven Troupe reads from his Bible as he offers a prayer during the Blessing of the Hands ceremony at Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center, Fort Hood, Texas.

Nov. 17, 2025

A Sacred Touch: Chaplain Troupe Brings ‘Blessing of the Hands’ Across CRDAMC

Fort Hood, Texas — Each October, Pastoral Care Week offers a moment of reflection — a time to recognize the spiritual

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Nov. 17, 2025

Fill Your Prescriptions Ahead of Thanksgiving Surge

FORT RILEY, Kansas — IACH advises patients to refill their medications this week, Nov. 17–21, to avoid significant delays expected ahead of the Thanksgiving travel period.

This Walter's Way branded graphic was created for social media on November 17, 2025, to help communicate a new way of accessing care at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center focused on maintaining a medically ready force and a ready medical force. (DOD graphic by Catherine Myrick)

Nov. 17, 2025

Walter’s Way: A New Path to Easier, More Personal Care at Walter Reed

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, MD — Walter Reed National Military Medical Center has launched Walter’s Way, a new approach to patient care designed to make scheduling appointments easier, faster, and more personal for active-duty service members, retirees, and their families.

The Keller Army Community Hospital Command team poses with the Regional Food Bank of New York volunteer as Keller donates frozen repurpose prepared and wholesome foods that will reach individuals and families in need. Pictured (from l-r) is Capt. Jacquelyn Contant, Chief, Nutrition Care Division; Maj. Andrew Neubecker, Deputy Commander for Administration; Command Sgt. Maj. Julie C. Morris, Command Sergeant Major; Joe Zinko, RFBoNY volunteer; and Col. Sean J. Hipp, Commander.

Nov. 17, 2025

From Leftovers to Lifelines: Keller joins Food Donation Program

Keller Army Community Hospital is stepping up to address food insecurity in the Greater Hudson Valley with the launch of a comprehensive food donation program. By forging a vital partnership with the Regional Food Bank of New York and its own Nutrition Care Division, Keller aims to repurpose prepared and wholesome foods, ensuring they reach individuals and families in need rather than ending up in landfills.

Capt. James Jung, a student nurse anesthetist, injects medication into the IV while a nurse maintains the airway on a training mannequin during a malignant hyperthermia drill at Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center, as staff members look on.

Nov. 14, 2025

Training the Next Generation: Preparing for the Unexpected

Fort Hood, Texas — At Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center, training the next generation of health care professionals is

Two Soldiers pass the unit guidon (flag) on a parade field.

Nov. 14, 2025

Change of responsibility at BJACH marks transition in senior enlisted leadership

FORT POLK, La. — Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital held a change of responsibility ceremony Oct. 24 on Spike Field at the Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Polk, marking the transition of senior enlisted leadership from Command Sgt. Maj. Larry D. White II to Command Sgt. Maj. Victor M. Contreras Jr.

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