Did you know that June is Men’s Health Month? If you’re a man, it’s a good time to take stock of your overall health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the life expectancy for men in the U.S. is nearly six years less than that for women. And that gap is getting wider. However, men can still live long, healthy lives by eating ...

An overview of the TRICARE pharmacy benefit and the beneficiary formulary change communication process over the last five years.

For military families, summer can be a time of big changes due to permanent change of station (PCS) season. When moving, it helps to make a list of items you want to pack up and move with you. Fortunately, you don’t have to worry about losing your TRICARE coverage during your move.

Exploring different countries and cultures is exciting. As you plan your trip, you may have some questions about what coverage TRICARE offers when you travel overseas. It’s important to prepare for your trip with your health care in mind.

“How are you?” It’s a question almost everyone answers every day. Like most, your usual response is probably, “Fine, thanks. How are you?” But if you really think about it, are you fine? Maybe you haven’t been yourself in a while. You’re feeling sad, stressed, lonely, or just not how you want to feel. You’d like to start feeling better but aren’t ...

TRICARE covers age-appropriate vaccines, as recommended by the CDC. You can get TRICARE covered vaccines from military hospitals or clinics and network pharmacies at no cost. If you choose to get vaccinated by a TRICARE-authorized provider, like your doctor's office, you may have a copayment or a cost-share for the office visit. To learn more about ...

The Public Health Emergency (PHE) for COVID-19 expired at the end of May 11. You might be wondering what this means about the state of COVID-19 or if there are changes to your TRICARE coverage.

Are you enrolled in a TRICARE Prime plan? Whether you’re a new or longtime enrollee, you need to know about your primary care manager (PCM). Your PCM is the health care provider you’ll visit for most of your care.

It’s easy to get the vaccines you need. TRICARE covers age-appropriate doses of vaccines, based on CDC recommendations.

Premiums are what you pay each month for TRICARE Dental Program coverage. New TDP rates are effective May 1, 2023, through April 30, 2024.

Do you live overseas and need health care? Depending on the country you’re in, you may be able to get telemedicine care from the comfort of your home.

With the coming of spring, the temperatures warm and the tempo of life picks up. Amid the busyness of these warmer months, the potential for minor injuries and health concerns may increase. It’s good to know that you have all-the-time access to health information and advice via the Military Health System Nurse Advice Line.

Getting sick or injured is never convenient. Fortunately, getting urgent care can take away some of the inconvenience of minor illnesses and injuries.

If you live overseas, the MyCare Overseas app makes it easy to manage your health care at home and on the go.