Join Us!! Fourth COVID-19 Townhall Update with Lt. Col. Matthew T. Swingholm!

Telemedicine Privilege by Proxy Expands Access to MHS Care

MHS has Telemedicine Privilege by Proxy: A fast, efficient process that enables providers to file one application and get permission to virtually treat patients anywhere in the MHS.

Vax Fax: Should I Get A COVID-19 Booster Shot?

Some people may be eligible for a second booster shot. Share this graphic to communicate who may be eligible.

Mask Guidance

Mask Guidance for Department of Defense Facilities.

Anyone Can Get Vaccinated

Now that anyone 6 months and older is eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine, share this graphic to encourage your community to get vaccinated.

Vax Facts: Should I Get a Second COVID-19 Booster Shot?

This graphic outlines eligibility requirements for a first booster shot.

DHA- IPM 20-004: Department of Defense (DOD) Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Implementation

Establishes the Defense Health Agency’s procedures to implement instructions, assign responsibilities, and prescribe procedures for the DHA’s implementation of the DOD’s COVID-19 Vaccination Program.

• Identification #: DHA-IPM 20-004
• Date: 6/16/2022
• Type: DHA Interim Procedures Memorandum
• Topics: Coronavirus | COVID-19 Vaccine Efforts

World Blood Donor Day

#WorldBloodDonorDay is a time to celebrate lifesavers around the world. When you donate blood with the Armed Services Blood Program, you affect positive change for our military community worldwide. Donate today! Militarydonor.com

World Blood Donor Day - Ready Set Donate

This #WorldBloodDonorDay, consider how your blood donation could save lives. With this simple act of generosity, you could be saving the life of someone’s brother, sister, parent, or friend. Find out where you can #ReadySetDonate today: militarydonor.com And thank you to all those who have already donated!

Disasters Don't Wait, Donate Blood Today

When a disaster strikes, blood is needed immediately, there is no time to wait for donations. Donate today, to prepare for tomorrow. Find where you can donate blood through the Armed Services Blood Program. One donation can save up to 3 lives. https://www.militaryblood.dod.mil/

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

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

How One Military Nurse Persevered Through the COVID-19 Response

Nurses across the Military Health System have played a vital role in providing routine patient care and meeting the needs of the COVID-19 pandemic.

‘I Love the Intensity’ – One Nurse Recalls Three COVID-19 Deployments

Nurses are unique, they follow a calling to care for others. Military nurses do that as well as serve their nation. For Nurses Week, the MHS highlights some of their own.

Chicago area Army Reserve Soldiers donate blood to combat supply shortage

Earlier this Spring, the 85th U.S. Army Reserve Support Command hosted an Armed Services Blood Program (ASBP) blood drive at the COL Paul G. Schulstad United States Army Reserve Center in Arlington Heights, Illinois.

Pandemic Spotlights the Vital Role of Military Lab Workers

MHS clinical labs produce results.

Helping Your Child to Cope with Grief and Losses Related to COVID-19

Many military children have lost loved ones to COVID-19. How parents can help with the grief.