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The Military Health System is an interconnected network of service members whose mission is to support the lives and families of those who support our country. Everyday in the MHS advancements are made in the lab, in the field, and here at home. These are just a few articles highlighting those accomplishments that don't always make it to the front page of local papers.

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Cancer Patients Discuss Experiences During DOD Moonshot 2 Initiative Roundtable

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5/17/2022
Cancer Patients Discuss Experiences During DOD Moonshot 2 Initiative Roundtable

On May 4, the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) hosted the Department of Defense Cancer Moonshot Roundtable as part of a day-long series of agency events sponsored by the White House Cancer Moonshot initiative.

'America’s First Brain Surgeon' Served During Civil War and World War I

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5/17/2022
Dr. William Williams Keen Jr was a medical surgeon during the Civil War who afterwards advocated and researched medical advances so the horrors of Civil War-era medicine would not occur again. He also served in the Army during World War I.

The Army’s Dr. William Williams Keen helped to shape military medicine for more than 50 years – from the Civil War to World War I.

Military Medical Museum Celebrates 160th Birthday with Mobile App

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5/17/2022
National Museum of Health and Medicine, Silver Spring, Maryland, visitor uses the NMHM mobile app while looking at objects from the Innovations in Military Medicine Gallery. (National Museum of Health and Medicine photo by Ian Herbst)

From the development of the typhoid vaccine to the invention of the photomicrograph for the study of pathological specimens, the museum has been involved in the forefront of military medical research.

BAMC Auxiliary supports patient care through welfare grants

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5/16/2022
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The Brooke Army Medical Center Auxiliary held its annual Welfare Recognition Ceremony May 11.

Army Industrial Hygienists excel in their career

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5/13/2022
Military personnel posing for a picture

Four civilian Industrial Hygienists assigned to Public Health Command Europe recently achieved milestones in their career field after completing advanced training and certification.

1st Area Medical Laboratory Soldiers showcase capabilities during open house

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5/13/2022
Military personnel performing surveillance and laboratory testing

Earlier this month, the 1st Area Medical Laboratory “Mad Scientists” opened their headquarters and showcased their capabilities on Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland.

Together for Mental Health: May is Mental Health Awareness Month

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5/13/2022
Every May is Mental Health Month. If you know someone in crisis, contact the Military Crisis Line: 800-273-8255. (Photo: MHS Communications)

Health is wealth, especially when dealing with mental well-being. Growing up, kids are taught if they are hurt physically in any area, to seek help. The same should go for anyone’s mental health.

Future of Nursing: Telehealth, More Innovation and Maybe Some Robots

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5/13/2022
Second Lt. Nina Hoskins, 81st Surgical Operations Squadron operating room nurse, briefs Col. Debra Lovette, 81st Training Wing commander, and other base leadership on robotics surgery capabilities inside the robotics surgery clinic at the Keesler Medical Center June 16, 2017. (Photo: Kemberly Groue, U.S. Air Force)

The future of nursing is here due in part to changes brought by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Expeditionary Medical Integration Course: Unified in keeping Marines in the fight

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5/12/2022
Military personnel in medical training

I Marine Expeditionary Force's Expeditionary Operations Training Group on Camp Pendleton developed the Expeditionary Medical Integration Course to prepare Marines and line corpsmen for future deployments.

Iraq Bomb Attack Led Soldier to Pursue Medical Career

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5/12/2022
U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Mathew Maxwell (Left) and U.S. Capt. Brian Ahern, medical personnel assigned to a Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) recovery team, check the pulse of a local villager during excavation operations in the Houaphan province, Laos, Feb. 5, 2019.

Treating wounded soldiers for the first time was a life-changing experience for this enlisted medic.

SAUSHEC Research Day highlights importance of continued learning exploration

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5/11/2022
SAUSHEC Research Day

San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium held its annual Research Day event April 28 at Brooke Army Medical Center.

Air Force medical policies for aviators are research-based, data-driven

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5/11/2022
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The Air Force continuously assesses the medical policies surrounding its aviators, updating policies as new data and research emerge.

Military Nursing Career Path Offers Many Opportunities to Learn, Serve

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5/11/2022
Military nurse tends to patient

The U.S. Air Force medical team, working side-by-side with civilian medical professionals, has been deployed in support of continued Department of Defense COVID-19 response operations.

AF Chief Nurse advises how to 'treat' others

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5/10/2022
Military personnel at readiness training

Air Force Brig. Gen. Jeannine Ryder, leadership success is more than just the ability to work hard and go beyond. Compassion, empathy and the ability to advocate and support others is even more important to a leader’s success. These provide a foundation to guide and serve.

MEDCoE Commanding General recognizes 68W Combat Medic Trainee on his acceptance to West Point

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5/10/2022
Military personnel at West Point

Advanced Individual Training Soldier Pfc. Samuel Olson accepted an appointment to the U. S. Military Academy at West Point. 

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