U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Michael Osten, 21st Medical Group Operational Support Team flight chief, was selected for commissioning as a Public Affairs Officer through the Senior Leader Enlisted Commissioning Program.

TRICARE Open Season is Nov. 11–Dec. 10, 2024. TRICARE Open Season lets you change your healthcare plan for next year. Changes you make during this time start on Jan. 1, 2025. TRICARE Open Season applies to you if you have or qualify for TRICARE Prime, US Family Health Plan, or TRICARE Select. You might also qualify for dental and vision coverage ...

This Surveillance Snapshot data suggest that modifications to the fitness training regimen may reduce bone stress injuries during basic cadet training at a military service academy.

Female-specific risk factors, including mental health, for ischemic heart and cerebrovascular diseases have only recently been recognized. This study summarizes trends from 2014 through 2023 in the incidence of ischemic heart disease and cerebrovascular heart disease among U.S. active component female service members and identifies potential military ...

Severe bites by military working dogs can inflict significant medical and logistical burdens to operational units due to emergency evacuations, antibiotic treatments, and lost duty time.

Reportable Medical Events documented in the Disease Reporting System internet by health care providers and public health officials throughout the Military Health System are reported monthly in the Medical Surveillance Monthly Report.

Since 2004, MSMR has published annual updates on the incidence of cold weather injuries affecting U.S. Armed Force members for the five most recent cold seasons. Cold weather injuries are of significant military concern due to potential effects on service members (e.g., morbidity and potential disability) and the total force (e.g., adverse impacts on ...

Naval Medical Forces Pacific conducted a Command Post Exercise (CPX) at Naval Medical Center San Diego, October 29-31, as part of Exercise Keen Sword 25, highlighting Navy Medicine’s readiness and expeditionary medical capabilities.

Army Brig. Gen. Lance Raney, Defense Health Network East Director, speaks to attendees at a cake-cutting celebrating the DHN East's first anniversary. “What you are doing is huge value added. You are providing direction to our military treatment facilities. You’ve helped them do things right. Be proud of what you do. Be proud of what you’ve become. ...

Did you know the role of a dental officer extends far beyond maintaining oral health? Dental officers also serve as triage officers in times of crisis. They practice trauma evaluation skills by classifying patients into triage categories, performing triage and surgical support duties at stations located near a combat area for giving first aid to the ...