Aug. 25, 2026

Artificial Intelligence helps Munson health care provider focus more on patients, less on screens

FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas — For Mikaela Altis, a physician assistant in Munson Army Health Center’s Department of Primary Care, adopting ambient listening technology has meant more eye contact with patients, more time for follow-up questions and fewer hours spent completing clinical notes after the workday ends.

Aug. 24, 2026

Protecting the Force, One Vaccine at a Time: CRDAMC Highlights Importance of Immunizations

As families prepare for a new school year and Soldiers continue to meet the demands of military service, August serves as an important reminder that staying current on immunizations is one of the simplest ways to protect individual and community health.

Aug. 24, 2026

MHS recognizes Walter Reed young investigator for research on bleed control, warfighter medical readiness

BETHESDA, Md. — Investigating an innovated procedure to save service members’ lives on the battlefield by controlling bleeding at or near the point of injury, Military Health System (MHS) leadership recently recognized a Walter Reed National Military Medical Center general surgery resident the Young Investigators Award.

Aug. 21, 2026

A Future Dentist’s Lesson at Fort Riley

FORT RILEY, Kansas — UMKC dental student reflects on his rotation at Custer Hill and why Army dentistry offers a level of purpose that corporate medicine cannot match.

Aug. 21, 2026

Training to Keep the Warfighter in the Fight: NMRTC Cherry Point Nurses, Corpsmen, Conduct Skills Fair

MCAS Cherry Point — Nurses and corpsmen serving aboard Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command Cherry Point spent an August morning refreshing their proficiencies and learning about updates to their career fields.

Aug. 20, 2026

Building readiness at Walter Reed through social wellness and resiliency

BETHESDA, Md. — For the military community and the staff at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, social wellness and resiliency are not only personal goals, but also a foundation of mission readiness. The definition of social wellness is the ability to build healthy relationships, connect with others, and create a sense of belonging in a community.

Aug. 20, 2026

Walter Reed, NCR Pain Initiative lead in integrating pain care, substance use disorder treatment

BETHESDA, Md. — Focused on improving pain management and avoiding substance use disorder (SUD), the National Capital Region (NCR) Pain Initiative at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center recently hosted the 2026 Combined Pain Care Skills Training and SUD Symposium.

Aug. 20, 2026

TRICARE Dental Program orthodontic coverage: What to know before you start getting care

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Do you or your child need braces? You should know that the TRICARE Dental Program covers orthodontic care. Keep reading to learn who qualifies, what’s covered, and how costs work.

Aug. 20, 2026

More than a badge: A commitment to patient safety

FORT HOOD, TX — Darnall’s Leapfrog Full Transparency Badge is more than a recognition — it reflects the everyday work happening behind the scenes to keep patients safe. From identifying potential risks to using technology, reporting near misses, and empowering staff to speak up, patient safety is built into how care is delivered every day.

Aug. 20, 2026

Targeted Care connects patients to right mental health support at right time

FORT POLK, La. — Walking into a mental health clinic and asking for help can be difficult. Walking out without the specialty mental health appointment you expected can leave you wondering what happens next.