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9 Military Hospitals Receive Highest Leapfrog Grade for Safe, High-Quality Care
Defense Health Agency is the first federal health system to participate in the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade program—receiving an “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for nine military hospitals and clinics.
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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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Mental health access and stigma reduction were a major theme for 2023 in the Military Health System: The Year in Review.
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The Armed Forces Health Longitudinal Technology Application worked for what we needed back in 2002. Since then, technology and requirements have changed significantly—and the platform could not keep up. When the Department of Defense set out to replace AHLTA and the other legacy EHR systems, the primary requirement was two-fold: first, patient safety is paramount; and second, ensure all capabilities from the legacy systems are met.
Abstracts for the 2024 Military Health System Research Symposium are due by Feb. 21, 2024.
As 2023 drew to a close, team members with the U.S. Army Medical Materiel Development Activity, or USAMMDA, at Fort Detrick, Maryland, reflected on their achievements while preparing for 2024.
The Military Health System remained committed to warfighter brain health in 2023, spearheading advancements in training, technology, and care.
Although quitting tobacco can be difficult, saying goodbye to cigarettes and chewing tobacco has many health benefits. If you’ve decided to kick the habit, TRICARE covers products and services to help you become tobacco-free.
The Armed Forces Health Surveillance Division’s Global Emerging Infections Surveillance branch hosted its first Next-Generation Sequencing Summit in Silver Spring, Maryland. Attendees included representatives from the GEIS network of global partner laboratories and other U.S. government agencies. AFHSD is a division of Defense Health Agency Public Health.
A Scott Air Force Base initiative is transforming the way U.S. Air Force osteopathic medical residents receive their training via a new family medicine residency program.
Caring for service members and their families is an honor we don’t take lightly. Thank you for putting your trust in us to provide you with health care. #PatientAppreciationMonth
#DidYouKnow former military doctors often serve U.S. Presidents? Retired @USArmy Colonel Dr. Kevin O’Connor currently serves as physician to @POTUS. More about our history supporting U.S. Presidents and our nation's military: https://www.health.mil/About-MHS/Military-Medical-History/Historical-Timelines/History-of-the-DHA #PresidentsDay
Cardiovascular disease is the number one killer in the U.S. Learn more about your risks and where to get care: health.mil/HeartHealth #HeartHealthMonth
President Joe Biden’s Cancer Moonshot aims to cut cancer death rates by at least 50% no later than 2047. Learn how the @MilitaryHealth System is doing their part. Check out this story of a Marine sharing his experience being diagnosed with B-cell leukemia while deployed: https://www.dvidshub.net/video/842418/cancer-moonshot-initiative-marine-with-leukemia-shares-his-storyVideo #WorldCancerDay
This #NationalCaregiversDay, we recognize the selflessness and generosity shown by all caregivers — especially those in the military community. Thank you for ensuring the comfort and dignity of those who need your help. Find caregiver resources through our @WarriorCare team: http://warriorcare.dodlive.mil/Caregiver-Resources/
Eating disorders affect people of all backgrounds, so they can often be hard to recognize. Educating yourself on the symptoms is the best way to get people the care and treatment they need. Learn more about signs, symptoms and treatment options from the @NIH: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/eating-disorders #EatingDisorderAwarenessMonth
This #EatingDisorderAwarenessWeek, remember there is no need to struggle alone. The road to recovery is long and challenging, but help is available. For more about the signs of an eating disorder and how to stop unhealthy habits before they start, visit: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/eating-disorders
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