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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Aug. 19, 2024
Naval Hospital/Navy Medicine Readiness Training Command Bremerton prepares for a change of command August 15, 2024.
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Aug. 19, 2024
In a pivotal visit to the San Francisco Bay Area, Lt. Gen. Mary K. Izaguirre, the U.S. Army’s surgeon general, engaged with expert leaders at Stanford University and Google to explore new partnerships aimed at enhancing military health care and readiness.
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Aug. 19, 2024
The health and well-being of the Airmen who enable the 374th Airlift Wing’s mission is integral. To assist units with rigid mission requirements, a psychologist and a physical therapist from the 374th Medical Group formed the Operational Support Team, July 29, to provide curated support to units across Yokota.
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Aug. 19, 2024
The American Red Cross reports there is an emergency blood shortage across the nation, and the Fort Johnson community responds to the call!
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Aug. 19, 2024
While every command has a proud history and heritage, Air Force Global Strike Command’s legacy - and the medical professionals who have supported its mission - has been of special consequence to the defense of the United States.
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Aug. 19, 2024
Joining the United States Army at 17 was a dream come true for one soldier, however the challenges of raising a family ended that dream, or so she thought, but it couldn’t destroy her desire to serve.
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Aug. 19, 2024
The 8th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron Dental Flight remains devoted to safeguarding the dental health of every Airmen, ensuring their optimal performance in daily operations.
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Aug. 15, 2024
The Defense Department released requirements meant to help manage the risks to brain health from blast overpressure, which can be generated by weapons systems such as howitzers, mortars and shoulder-mounted weapons. The policy memorandum, signed by Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks, aligns squarely with the department's warfighter brain health ...
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Aug. 15, 2024
Sustainment experts at U.S. Army Medical Logistics Command have developed new maintenance handbooks aimed at improving resource management practices for crucial lifesaving medical devices in the field.
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Aug. 14, 2024
Service members are often exposed to a variety of hazards in combat, training, or daily activities, on and off duty, including situations that may affect their vision.
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Aug. 14, 2024
The U.S. Navy conducted the first ever technical test of an Expeditionary Medical Unit aboard the expeditionary fast transport USNS Cody at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story, July 15-26.
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Aug. 13, 2024
When was the last time you checked to see if your information in the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System is up to date? If it’s been a while, take time to log in to DEERS and review your information.
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Aug. 13, 2024
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in Washoe County, Nevada, may receive emergency prescription refills now through Aug. 22, 2024, due to the Gold Ranch Fire.
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Aug. 13, 2024
The U.S. Senate confirmed U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. John J. DeGoes as the U.S. Air Force Surgeon General on July 31, 2024. In this position, he will also serve as the principal advisor on all health and medical matters for the U.S. Space Force.
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Aug. 13, 2024
Deputy Secretary of Defense: “The health and wellbeing of our Service members and civilian personnel are crucial to maintaining the U.S. military's status as the most capable and ready fighting force in the world.”
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