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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Nov. 2, 2023
Are you preparing to spend time with friends and family this holiday season? Now is a good time to make sure you and your loved ones are up to date with COVID-19, flu, and RSV vaccines.
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Nov. 2, 2023
The Defense Health Agency hosted a virtual panel, “Taking Care of Each Other: Building a Stronger DHA Community,” to address employee health and wellness and the importance of community across the DHA on Sept. 28, 2023.
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Nov. 2, 2023
The Defense Health Agency will recognize the finest nursing personnel within the Department of Defense and DHA beginning in 2024.
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Nov. 2, 2023
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency (DHA) announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in Riverside County may receive emergency prescription refills now through Nov. 11, 2023, due to the Highland Fire.
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Nov. 2, 2023
The Defense Health Agency was awarded the Civil Leadership Award by Blue Star Families at an awards ceremony in Washington D.C. on Oct. 26.
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Oct. 31, 2023
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency (DHA) announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in 29 communities in Alaska may receive emergency prescription refills now through Nov. 6, 2023, due to pharmacy staffing shortages.
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Oct. 30, 2023
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency (DHA) announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in five Texas counties may receive emergency prescription refills now through Nov. 6, 2023, due to flooding.
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Oct. 26, 2023
Pediatric cancer care at the Military Health System’s six cancer specialty centers produces high survival rates.
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Oct. 24, 2023
You probably received medical care in a military hospital or clinic before. But did you know these facilities come with a support staff of people who can help you navigate the health care process? These include patient advocates and Beneficiary Counseling and Assistance Coordinators (BCACs).
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Oct. 20, 2023
U.S. Indo-Pacific partnership is key to handling health security risks, DOD’s Smith tells international conference.
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Oct. 19, 2023
Senior leaders from the Defense Health Agency and Veterans Health Administration came together to discuss collaboration and innovation between the two agencies during the first AMSUS sponsored Innovation Symposium: A Collaboration by Innovators from the VHA and the DHA Agency on Sept. 18 in Bethesda.
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Oct. 19, 2023
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Puerto Rico due to Invest 94L.
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Oct. 18, 2023
Your fit-tested hearing protection device is the last line of defense from noise-induced hearing loss.
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Oct. 16, 2023
Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs, Dr. Lester Martinez-López, believes that every decision he has made, or that was made for him throughout his life, led him to being nominated by President Joe Biden in 2022 to his current position as the head of the Military Health System.
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Oct. 12, 2023
“The Military Health System is changing … changing how we organize to counter threats that surround us, how we deliver care on the battlefield or at home, and how we leverage the tools and technologies of this digital age to better service our patients,” said Defense Health Agency Director U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Telita Crosland in a recent message to ...
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