Camp Lemonnier’s expeditionary medical facility veterinary service team held a three-day K-9 tactical combat casualty care training for Camp Lemonnier and combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa medical professionals at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti.

In September and October of 2024, the 59th Medical Wing hosted a team of five nurses from the Royal Thai Air Force, based at Bhumibol Adulyadej Hospital. The visiting nurses immersed themselves in the U.S. Air Force's health care system.

TRICARE Open Season is right around the corner. This year, it runs from Nov. 11 to Dec. 10. Follow this detailed checklist to ensure you’re fully prepared.

The Defense Health Agency announced that temporary prescription refill waivers have been expanded for Oklahoma.

One of the challenges for Department of Defense public health experts in determining the impact of exposures on service members is identifying specific exposures and quantifying the exposure level that can lead to adverse health outcomes.

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Michael Osten, 21st Medical Group Operational Support Team flight chief, was selected for commissioning as a Public Affairs Officer through the Senior Leader Enlisted Commissioning Program.

Female-specific risk factors, including mental health, for ischemic heart and cerebrovascular diseases have only recently been recognized. This study summarizes trends from 2014 through 2023 in the incidence of ischemic heart disease and cerebrovascular heart disease among U.S. active component female service members and identifies potential military ...

This Surveillance Snapshot data suggest that modifications to the fitness training regimen may reduce bone stress injuries during basic cadet training at a military service academy.

Severe bites by military working dogs can inflict significant medical and logistical burdens to operational units due to emergency evacuations, antibiotic treatments, and lost duty time.

Reportable Medical Events documented in the Disease Reporting System internet by health care providers and public health officials throughout the Military Health System are reported monthly in the Medical Surveillance Monthly Report.

Since 2004, MSMR has published annual updates on the incidence of cold weather injuries affecting U.S. Armed Force members for the five most recent cold seasons. Cold weather injuries are of significant military concern due to potential effects on service members (e.g., morbidity and potential disability) and the total force (e.g., adverse impacts on ...

Army Brig. Gen. Lance Raney, Defense Health Network East Director, speaks to attendees at a cake-cutting celebrating the DHN East's first anniversary. “What you are doing is huge value added. You are providing direction to our military treatment facilities. You’ve helped them do things right. Be proud of what you do. Be proud of what you’ve become. ...

Naval Medical Forces Pacific conducted a Command Post Exercise (CPX) at Naval Medical Center San Diego, October 29-31, as part of Exercise Keen Sword 25, highlighting Navy Medicine’s readiness and expeditionary medical capabilities.

Did you know the role of a dental officer extends far beyond maintaining oral health? Dental officers also serve as triage officers in times of crisis. They practice trauma evaluation skills by classifying patients into triage categories, performing triage and surgical support duties at stations located near a combat area for giving first aid to the ...

The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in three Oklahoma counties may receive emergency prescription refills now through Nov. 9, 2024, due to the Euchee Creek and North Road Fires.