Coronavirus

Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccine Guidance

This memorandum provides guidance on the provision of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccines. The Defense Health Agency (DHA) is the lead coordinating DoD Component for executing this guidance, in coordination with the Military Departments and other DoD Components.

• Identification #: N/A
• Date: 12/7/2020
• Type: Memorandums
• Topics: Coronavirus | COVID-19 Vaccine Efforts

Military medicine confronts an invisible enemy

The collective response to the pandemic underscored the MHS reputation for innovation, with practical applications beyond military medicine.

DOD experts provide COVID-19 update at Pentagon

The Pentagon will be transitioning to Health Condition Bravo-Plus.

COVID-19 Response

Army Pfc. David Alvarado, assigned to the Javits New York Medical Station (JNYMS), talks about their position at JNYMS in support of the Department of Defense COVID-19 response, April 24, 2020. U.S. Northern Command, through U.S. Army North, is providing military support to the Federal Emergency Management Agency to help communities in need. (U.S. Army Video by Cpl. Rachel Thicklin.)

COVID-19 Response2

Army Spc. Sean Colangelo, assigned to the Javits New York Medical Station (JNYMS), talks about their position at JNYMS in support of the Department of Defense COVID-19 response, April 23, 2020. U.S. Northern Command, through U.S. Army North, is providing military support to the Federal Emergency Management Agency to help communities in need. (U.S. Army Video by Cpl. Rachel Thicklin)

Minimize COVID-19 holiday spread with small gatherings, mask wearing

The holiday season is upon us, and so is a drastic rise in coronavirus cases.

DHA-PI 6205.01: Medical Logistics Guidance for the DoD Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program

This Defense Health Agency-Procedural Instruction (DHA-PI), based on the authority of References (a) and (b), and in accordance with the guidance of References (c) through (n), establishes the Defense Health Agency's (DHA's) procedures for ordering, receiving, and managing COVID-19 Vaccines inventory and ancillary kits.

• Identification #: DHA PI 6205.01
• Date: 11/25/2020
• Type: DHA Procedural Instruction
• Topics: COVID-19 Vaccine Efforts | Coronavirus

NMRTU Everett Hospitalman makes a difference

For much of 2020, Scott has also done her share and more to help stop the spread of COVID-19.

Army conducts commercial aircraft decontamination efficacy test

Two commercial sprayers and two commercial liquid disinfectants will be tried in different combinations on surfaces in the passenger area to gauge effectiveness.

Navy PA continues to care for COVID-19 caregivers

As a PAt, Osborn works hand-in-hand with supervising physicians and surgeons.

NICoE & ISC Network maintain TBI care during COVID-19

The Network leveraged their geographic distribution to help each other quickly adapt to changing times.

San Antonio volunteers sought for Warp Speed vaccine trials

DOD sites are open on a voluntary basis to Military Health System beneficiaries.

Army combat medic earns U.S. citizenship, plans to continue serving

The native of Brazil is part of the COVID-19 testing team.

Army doctors provide COVID-19 safety tips for the holiday season

Celebrating the holidays during a pandemic may bring additional challenges for people this year.

Military Health System participating in COVID-19 vaccine trial

How you can help test the vaccine.