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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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Navy Medicine Tests Expeditionary Medicine System

Article Around MHS
4/23/2024
military personnel on nighttime training patrol

You’re a sailor or Marine protecting conducting distributed maritime operations, and you’re miles from the nearest base or operations hub. Suddenly you find yourself wounded along with several of your fellow service members with the sinking feeling of “now what?” Thankfully, Navy Medicine has been preparing for this situation and is implementing the U.S. Navy’s expeditionary medicine system components and integrating them to work together in unison and bring you home safely.

TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Six Counties in Iowa due to Storm Damage

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4/22/2024
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Six Counties in Iowa due to Storm Damage

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in six counties in Iowa may receive emergency prescription refills now through April 29, 2024, due to storm damage.

The 92nd Operational Support Team completes embedment with the 92nd Maintenance Squadron

Article Around MHS
4/22/2024
U.S. Air Force Airman Ethan Broussard doing pushups

The 92nd Medical Group’s Operational Support Team completed their first embedment with the 92nd Maintenance Squadron as one of the Integrated Operational Support programs the Air Force is implementing to provide physical and mental health prevention education.

Research Symposium Brings Together Minds Dedicated to Advancing Military Medicine

Article Around MHS
4/22/2024
military personnel at NMCLL Research Symposium

Medical professionals gathered April 11, 2024, on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune for the Annual Research Symposium.

Getting a Grip During Occupational Therapy Month at Naval Hospital Bremerton

Article Around MHS
4/22/2024
military personnel working on physical therapy exercise

A hypothetical scenario involving injuries to sight, sinew and senses was presented to Naval Hospital Bremerton’s Physical Therapy department team

Continuous Process Improvement Fair Demonstrates Commitment to Excellence at Naval Medical Center San Diego

Article Around MHS
4/22/2024
military medical personnel holding award

Naval Medical Center San Diego held its annual Continuous Process Improvement Fair in the command courtyard where dozens of projects were on display, demonstrating a commitment to excellence, 11 April.

Big Lake Native Provides Medical Support to Navy's Largest Master Jet Base

Article Around MHS
4/22/2024
Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Valeria Ortiz poses for picture

This week’s staff spotlight is Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Valeria Ortiz from Big Lake, Texas. Ortiz graduated from Reagan County High School in 2021 and joined the Navy in July of the same year.

58th Special Operations Wing Saves More than 2,461 Man-Hours with Mass Ready Airman Training Day

Article Around MHS
4/22/2024
military personnel during Ready Airman Training

The 58th Special Operations Wing successfully implemented a new mass training approach that saved more than 2,461 man-hours for the Air Force Force Generation deployment model at Kirtland Air Force Base, N.M., April 5, 2024.

“Filling” in the Role: Eielson’s Sole Dental Hygienist Does it All

Article Around MHS
4/22/2024
U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Victoria Castaneda in dental setting

Dental hygiene is an important pillar to one’s health and many individuals may not realize how pertinent it is. To U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Victoria Castaneda, Eielson’s sole active duty registered dental hygienist, the most fulfilling part of her job is helping patients achieve results.

24th Special Operations Wing Special Operations Surgical Team Received Bronze Star Medals

Article Around MHS
4/22/2024
military medical personnel at Bronze Star ceremony

From Aug. 19, 2021 to Sept. 1, 2021, a six-member Special Operations Surgical Team, assigned to the 24th Special Operations Wing, established and maintained vital surgical capabilities in support of the joint task force and coalition forces in Kabul, Afghanistan.

New Mental Health Overview Clarifies Mental Health Resources for Airmen, Guardians

Article Around MHS
4/19/2024
Mental Health Overview graphic

Department of the U.S. Air Force mental health leaders published a new "Mental Health Overview" that outlines comprehensive resources for airmen and Guardians seeking mental health support.

Limb Salvage, Reconstruction, Restoration Care are at the Core of Provider Training

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4/18/2024
Limb Salvage, Reconstruction, Restoration Care are at the Core of Provider Training

Extremity Trauma and Amputation Center of Excellence hosts monthly education series for providers, with next one on April 24, 2024.

Work With Us: Defense Health Agency Seeks Commercial Solutions to Support the Transformation of Military Health Care

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4/18/2024
Work With Us: Defense Health Agency Seeks Commercial Solutions to Support the Transformation of Military Health Care

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency is seeking solutions to change the care model and create a new value equation for military medicine.

An Airman's Journey Blending Military and Veterans Affairs Service

Article Around MHS
4/18/2024
U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Nicole Jacocks head shot

Amidst the Black Women's History Month celebration observed in April, the story of one woman’s journey from enlisted ranks to commissioned officer symbolizes an indomitable spirit and steadfast devotion to duty.

Show You Care, Protect Yourself, Others from STIs

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4/17/2024
Show You Care, Protect Yourself, Others from STIs

More than 20 years ago, military public health scientists warned that service members had higher rates of certain sexually transmitted diseases, known as STDs, than U.S. civilians.

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