YOKOSUKA, Japan (June 17, 2026) — Sailors assigned to the U.S. Naval Hospital Yokosuka Dental Department pose with their Kaizen board. From left, Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Bowen, Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Harris, Hospitalman Ruiz and Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Schwander earned first place in USNMRTC Yokosuka’s “Most Creative Kaizen Board” competition. Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Cedillos and Hospitalman Willis are not pictured. (U.S. Navy photo by Daniel Taylor, USNMRTC Yokosuka Public Affairs)

Sept. 2, 2026

Joint Commission SAFEST Report highlights USNH Yokosuka best practices during 2026 survey

YOKOSUKA, Japan — U.S. Naval Hospital (USNH) Yokosuka successfully completed its Joint Commission survey in June 2026, earning accreditation for all hospital services surveyed, and recognition for organizational best practices in patient safety, process improvement and clinical oversight.

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Sept. 2, 2026

CRDAMC to host 51st annual Retiree Health Fair

Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center will host the 51st annual Retiree Health Fair on Sept. 19. An opening ceremony begins at 9:30 a.m., followed by the health fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the hospital atrium. The annual event will bring together healthcare professionals, military organizations and community partners to help retirees and eligible beneficiaries stay informed about their health and available resources.

Soldiers in the field participating in a training exercise.

Sept. 2, 2026

Eisenhower Practical Nurse Course puts Soldiers first

Eisenhower Army Medical Center, Ga. — At Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center on Fort Gordon, Ga., leaders in the 68C Practical Nurse Course Phase 2 program have reorganized the way they approach that journey, placing Soldiers’ well-being ahead of the academic and professional milestones they must reach.

A woman wearing a hospital gown gives a thumbs up and smiles while sitting in a hospital bed.

Sept. 1, 2026

It’s not just care at Walter Reed; it’s family: Finding answers after years of pelvic pain

BETHESDA, Md. — For many women dealing with chronic pelvic pain, the journey to an accurate diagnosis and treatment can take years. At Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, gynecologic specialists are working to change that experience through advanced treatment and patient-centered care.

Baby seated in a stroller

Sept. 1, 2026

TRICARE Childbirth and Breastfeeding Support Demonstration extended through 2031

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Are you planning to give birth in the coming months? Do you have TRICARE Prime, TRICARE Prime Remote, or TRICARE Select? Now is a great time to explore benefits that may be available to you through the Childbirth and Breastfeeding Support Demonstration. The CBSD covers certain support services and providers not usually covered. The demonstration has been extended through Dec. 31, 2031.

A hand performing dry needling techniques on a 3D outer ear

Sept. 1, 2026

Combined Pain Care Skills Training, SUD symposium puts focus on drug-free modalities

BETHESDA, Md. — Completing deployments to Afghanistan and Kuwait more than six years ago, U.S. Army Reserve Lt. Col. Michelle Nordstrom shared that she started performing battlefield acupuncture to help service members better manage their pain after injury. She received training to deliver the protocol from retired U.S. Air Force Col. (Dr.) Richard C. Niemtzow, known as “the father of battlefield acupuncture,” who passed away last year.

Irwin Army Community Hospital is pleased to announce the return of online lab appointment scheduling through a new, secure DoD-approved booking platform. Following a brief pause in online scheduling, patients can now book their laboratory visits directly using the new Microsoft 365 scheduling tool. This updated system streamlines the lab check-in process and reduces wait times. While walk-in services remain available, patients with scheduled appointments will continue to take priority.

Aug. 31, 2026

Online Scheduling for Lab is Back!

FORT RILEY, Kansas — IACH resumes online lab appointment scheduling through a new, secure DoD-approved booking platform. Patients can now book their lab visits directly using the new Microsoft 365 scheduling tool.

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Aug. 28, 2026

A game plan for when stress affects your oral health

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — In many ways, experiencing feelings of stress is a part of our everyday lives. Life in the military community often comes with its own unique stressors. While we often associate stress with mental and emotional well-being, stress also affects your entire body, including your oral health.

Woman and a child brushing their teeth

Aug. 28, 2026

What your bad breath could be telling you about your oral health

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Occasional bad breath, also known as halitosis, can be a temporary problem, often caused by certain smelly foods like garlic or onions. However, persistent bad breath can be a red flag, signaling oral health issues that require attention from a dentist or medical professional.

If you are a TRICARE beneficiary (dependent or retiree family member) living in Kansas, you have access to a wide range of authorized telehealth partners offering virtual therapy, psychological evaluations, and medication management (psychiatry).

Aug. 28, 2026

Virtual Mental Health Support for Fort Riley Families

FORT RILEY, Kansas — Taking care of your mental well-being should fit into your life, whether you prefer the comfort of home or an in-person office setting. Dependents living in Kansas have access to a wide range of authorized telehealth partners offering virtual counseling and psychiatry.

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