June 3, 2026

Exceptional military health professionals, facilities earn coveted awards

OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, Neb. — The 2026 Military Health System Conference recognized outstanding military medicine professionals who are “excelling at their craft, rising stars, and innovators, but most of all — they are patriots; they are warriors,” said Dr. Stephen Ferrara, principal deputy assistant secretary of war for health affairs.

June 3, 2026

World-Class Medicine: Inside Walter Reed’s pharmacies

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center boasts one of the most innovative and comprehensive approaches to pharmaceutical care within the U.S. Military Health System. While many people dread a trip to the pharmacy, typically imagining having to stand in line to acquire their prescriptions, that is not the case at this flagship facility. Walter Reed’s pharmacy services are implementing an ever-expanding series of methods to streamline and improve their customers’ experience.

June 2, 2026

NOTICE: Garage Elevator Out of Service

FORT RILEY, Kansas — Be advised that the elevator located in the IACH parking garage is currently out of order. For patients who require elevator access or wish to avoid stairs, we advise using one of the following alternatives.

June 2, 2026

Get to know your TRICARE health plan with the TRICARE Plans Overview Fact Sheet

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Learn about your TRICARE health plan today with a simple tool that makes it easy. The TRICARE Plans Overview Fact Sheet is your go-to resource for understanding what you and your family members can expect when getting care with your health plan.

June 1, 2026

Walter Reed providers present research to enhance care access, readiness at Navy competition

BETHESDA, Md. — Three healthcare providers from Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) earned awards at the 41st Annual Navy-wide Academic Research Competition recently held at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, Virginia.

June 1, 2026

Knowing when to seek real help

FORT HOOD, Texas — When stress, anxiety, or personal struggles feel overwhelming, some people are turning to AI for support. While these tools can help people feel heard and better understand their emotions, mental health professionals say it’s important to recognize when it’s time to seek help from a real person.

June 1, 2026

What Does That Red AIT Patch Mean? Chapter 4: Pfc. Caliegh Johnson’s Journey at ATAMMC

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Inside the clinics of the Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center (ATAMMC), the Phase II Advanced Individual Training (AIT) program continues to shape the next generation of Army medical professionals.

June 1, 2026

Turning the Page: Girl Scouts Create Reading Space for Families at BJACH

FORT POLK, La. — Young patients visiting the Patient-Centered Medical Home at Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital can now enjoy a good book while waiting for appointments thanks to local Girl Scouts at the Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Polk, Louisiana.

May 28, 2026

Mike O’Callaghan Military Medical Center Earns Trauma Level III Reverification

NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. — Mike O’Callaghan Military Medical Center (MOMMC) has been reverified as a Level III trauma center by the American College of Surgeons (ACS), the only U.S. Air Force medical facility to earn this designation. This achievement reaffirms MOMMC’s commitment to the Southern Nevada Trauma System and providing high quality care for injured patients in northeast Las Vegas.

May 28, 2026

Skin cancer is preventable, but impacts readiness, state summit speakers

BETHESDA, Md. — Skin cancer is largely preventable if people take proper measures to do so, said speakers during the John P. Murtha Cancer Center’s (MCC) annual skin cancer summit held recently at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.