Dec. 10, 2025

New Study Highlights Risks in En Route Insulin Administration & Calls for Enhanced Protocols

JBSA-LACKLAND, Texas — A decade-long study reviewing nearly 3,000 Critical Care Air Transport (CCAT) patient records found significant safety concerns related to insulin administration during military aeromedical evacuations. Only 2% of transported patients received insulin, yet insulin infusions were linked to a 23% rate of hypoglycemia; highlighting the difficulty of precise glucose control in the challenging aircraft environment. The research also noted inconsistent glucose monitoring practices, with 60% of IV push insulin doses lacking a documented glucose check within one hour. To reduce risk and improve outcomes, the study recommends prioritizing subcutaneous insulin as the primary treatment for hyperglycemia during en route care and strengthening monitoring protocols when IV insulin is necessary. These findings are intended to drive improved training, updated clinical guidelines, and safer medication administration during future missions.

Dec. 10, 2025

Managing the Digital Ecosystem: Inside Guthrie AHC’s Information Management Division

FORT DRUM, New York — At Fort Drum’s Guthrie Army Health Clinic, the massive task of managing the digital ecosystem falls to the Information Management Division, or IMD for short. This specialized team of more than a dozen IT professionals supports all healthcare operations across Fort Drum, including an occupational health clinic at Watervliet Arsenal near Albany, New York. They are the essential link keeping patient care, and the technology that enables it, on track.

Dec. 9, 2025

Walter Reed provides individualized management care for those with diabetes

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, MD — Diabetes can impact military readiness, potentially preventing the deployment of a service member if the condition is not properly managed, which is why Walter Reed provides presidential care for those diagnosed with it.

Dec. 9, 2025

Munson Army Health Center prepares patients for winter safety

FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas — As winter weather arrives in the region, Munson Army Health Center leaders remain committed to protecting the health and safety of patients and staff.

Dec. 9, 2025

Munson Army Health Center Expands Appointment Access with 24/7 Online Booking

FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas — Munson Army Health Center is testing online appointment booking through the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal to provide patients 24/7 appointing access.

Dec. 9, 2025

Getting care through TRICARE’s Active Duty Dental Program

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Maintaining dental health is a critical part of overall force readiness. Are you on active duty but live far away from your nearest military dental clinic? Or do you need dental care that your military dental clinic can’t provide? You should know that TRICARE offers the Active Duty Dental Program. This program allows active duty service members to get care through civilian providers under certain circumstances.

Dec. 8, 2025

Revamped Volunteer Services Program Reinvigorates Patient Support at Wilford Hall

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas — After nearly two years of limited activity, the 59th Medical Wing’s Volunteer Services Program has staged a remarkable resurgence, more than doubling its volunteer force and significantly increasing its patient impact across the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center. Spearheading the effort is Master Sgt. Anthony Eberly, who assumed leadership of the program in early 2024 following a prolonged vacancy in the coordinator position.

Dec. 8, 2025

Murtha Cancer Center at Walter Reed, MHS: leaders in ovarian disease treatment, research

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, MD — The Gynecologic Oncology Division in the John P. Murtha Cancer Center (MCC) at Walter Reed, the Department of War’s [DOW] only Center of Excellence (COE) for cancer care, provides presidential care for women with ovarian disease including cancer.

Dec. 8, 2025

Munson Army Health Center builds defenses against seasonal flu

FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas — Munson Army Health Center continues to prepare its community for the upcoming flu season.

Dec. 5, 2025

Only Days Left: TRICARE Open Season Ends December 9 — CRDAMC Urges Beneficiaries to Act Now

With only a few days remaining before the December 9 deadline, Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center is reminding TRICARE beneficiaries that time is running out to make changes to their health plan for the upcoming year.