The sudden death of Petty Officer Second Class William Amilcar Gomez Jr. during a military training exercise was a shock that reverberated through the lives of his family, friends, and colleagues. At age 29, he was very active and told his family he was looking forward to advancing his career in the Navy after graduating from the Universal Technical ...

Naval Medical Research Unit EURAFCENT supports force health protection and warfighter readiness. The command identifies, studies and mitigates infectious disease threats that can degrade operational capability in forward-deployed and austere environments. By emphasizing early detection, surveillance and prevention, the command’s work has and continues ...

Less than a year after earning his first national credential, Spc. Johnny Rainwater, a radiology specialist at Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital, has added a second professional milestone by passing the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists computed tomography registry exam March 23 in Shreveport.

Inside clinics and remote treatment sites across Suriname, U.S. Air Force medical teams are working alongside host nation providers during the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team 2026 mission.

For the soldiers assigned to the 10th Mountain Division, peak physical performance is a prerequisite for the mission. But the same grit required to navigate alpine terrain and high-tempo operations often comes at a steep physical cost.

USU hosted federal dental leaders to synchronize graduate education, integrate AI innovations, and enhance joint force clinical readiness.

The MASCAL is a mass casualty exercise that divided personnel into medical response teams to test their ability in providing life-saving care in austere environments at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 15, 2026.

Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Mercy Medical Treatment Facility, welcomed their new commanding officer, Capt. Damian Storz, during a ceremony at the Island Club, on Naval Air Station North Island, today. Storz assumed command from Capt. Charles Dickerson, who served as the MTF commanding officer since 2024.

In the vast, high-stakes theater of the Indo-Pacific, the difference between a saved life and a medical bottleneck often comes down to two things: where you are and what you have.

Annual influenza vaccines are no longer mandatory, said Secretary of War Pete Hegseth in a video posted today on social media.

Gen. Stephen Whiting, U.S. Space Command commander, kicked off the 41st Space Symposium’s program on April 14, 2026, by reflecting on 250 years of military history, and how that legacy continues to shape the Joint Force’s identity and readiness.

Senior leaders from the Army, Navy and Marine Corps provided an update on steps their respective branches are taking to improve the quality of life for service members during a hearing in Washington yesterday before the House Armed Services Committee's readiness subcommittee.

Naval Medical Center San Diego highlighted major advancements in military medical research during its 41st annual Academic Research Competition and Innovation Day on April 10. The event, a cornerstone for the command's commitment to medical innovation, featured 17 podium presentations and 70 poster displays from leading researchers and clinicians.

Bolling Medical Squadron Public Health ensures the medical mission readiness for military members, federal civilian employees and military families throughout Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling and supporting agencies in the National Capital Region by eliminating preventable hazards before they reach the community.

As operational demands, family responsibilities and the pace of military life continue to challenge service members and their families, April’s dual observance of Stress Awareness Month and Alcohol Awareness Month highlights a critical connection: how stress is managed can directly impact long-term health, resilience and readiness.