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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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The Inauguration of the Gavin Blair Sensory Room: Insights from a Provider

Article Around MHS
3/18/2024
The Gavin Blair Sensory Room offers a calming space with sensory-friendly elements to alleviate patients' fears and anxieties. (Department of Defense photo by Reese Brown)

As the Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center hospital system has transitioned to a medical center, it has also transitioned patient care and continues to develop an inclusive environment for our special needs patients.

Naval Medical Center San Diego Physical Therapist Awarded Junior Officer of the Quarter

Article Around MHS
3/18/2024
U.S. Navy Capt. Elizabeth Adriano, Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command's Commander, right, presented Lt. Victoria Medved, left, with a Junior Officer of the Quarter, 4th Quarter, FY2023 certificate during an award presentation at NMRTC San Diego, March 12, 2024. (Photo By Petty Officer 2nd Class Celia Martin)

Selected as Naval Medical Center San Diego’s Junior Officer of the Quarter, fourth quarter, FY2023, Lt. Victoria Medved, NMCSD Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy assistant department head, exemplifies the significance of the award.

Walter Reed Doctors Credited with Saving the Life of a Gym Patron

Article Around MHS
3/18/2024
From left, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center Director, U.S. Navy Capt. (Dr.) Melissa C. Austin, recognizes Army Lt. Col. (Dr.) John Symons and Army Maj. (Dr.) John Schacht, Walter Reed doctors credited with saving the life of a heart attack victim at a local off-base gym on Feb. 25.

It’s not uncommon to hear about Walter Reed physicians saving lives within the walls of the iconic medical center, but it proved fortunate for one local gym patron suffering from a heart attack that two doctors from “the flagship of military medicine” were also getting in a workout at the same off-base facility on Feb. 25.

“Cornerstone of Naval Healthcare at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point” Retires After More Than Four Decades of Service

Article Around MHS
3/18/2024
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A civilian employee serving aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point retired in February 2024 after more than four decades of service to Marines and Sailors assigned to the installation and beneficiaries living in the surrounding communities.

Good Nutrition, Good Health, Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital Educates, Raises Awareness

Article Around MHS
3/18/2024
Capt. Aireal Williams, chief of nutrition care division, and Holly Seager, both registered dieticians at Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital raise awareness during National Nutrition Month about making informed food choices, developing healthful eating habits, and educating patients on the role registered dieticians and nutrition and dietetic technicians play on their healthcare team at the Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Johnson, Louisiana (Photo: Jean Graves)

Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital raises awareness in March about making informed food choices, developing healthful eating habits, and educating patients on the role registered dieticians and nutrition and dietetic technicians play on their healthcare team. March 13 is National Registered Dietician and March 14 is Nutrition and Dietetics Technician Day.

SAAPM: Safe Helpline

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3/15/2024
SAAPM: Safe Helpline

If you have experienced sexual assault, help is available. Contact the Safe Helpline at 877-995-5247 or 202-470-5546 (outside the U.S.) to receive anonymous and confidential support and obtain information on your reporting options. You are not alone. https://safehelpline.org/ #SAAPM | #SexualAssault | #PreventAssault

SAAPM: Harassment vs. Assault

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3/15/2024
SAAPM: Harassment vs assault

There are key differences between sexual assault and sexual harassment. Do you know the difference? Sexual assault is intentional sexual contact characterized by use of force, threats, intimidation, or abuse of authority or when the victim does not or cannot consent. Sexual harassment is conduct that involves unwanted sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and deliberate or repeated offensive comments or gestures of a sexual nature. https://www.health.mil/Military-Health-Topics/Centers-of-Excellence/Psychological-Health-Center-of-Excellence/PHCoE-Clinician-Resources/Sexual-Assault-and-Sexual-Harassment #SAAPM | #SexualAssault | #PreventAssault

Children's Eye Health and Safety Month

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3/15/2024
Children's Eye Health and Safety Month

Children's Eye Health and Safety Month is the perfect time to schedule your #MilKid’s annual eye exam, just in time for #BackToSchool.

Advancing Clinician Practice through Global Health Engagement - Limb Trauma Educational Series

Calendar Event
3/15/2024

Limb Trauma Educational Series for March 2024 will discuss the ways that Global Health Engagement has a positive impact on clinical readiness.

2024 MHS Conference

Calendar Event
3/15/2024

The Military Health System (MHS) Conference is a four-day annual conference, sponsored by the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs. Conference attendees are comprised of government, military, and industry health care professionals. The conference provides a unique venue for knowledge sharing, innovative ideas, discussions of lessons learned, and the introduction of exciting new developments within the Military Health System. The MHS Conference offers Department of Defense (DoD) healthcare professionals and industry partners the opportunity to engage in the MHS transformation to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.

New Feature of MHS GENESIS Patient Portal Allows Prescription Refills

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3/15/2024
New Feature of MHS GENESIS Patient Portal Allows Prescription Refills

The Defense Health Agency has launched a new feature that lets you request prescription refills through MHS GENESIS.

TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Four Counties in Kentucky, Indiana Due to Storm Damage

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3/15/2024
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Four Counties in Kentucky, Indiana Due to Storm Damage

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in four counties in Kentucky and Indiana may receive emergency prescription refills now through March 24, 2024, due to storm damage.

U.S. Army Spc. Israel Osagie: Serving Africa and America at Justified Accord 2024

Article Around MHS
3/15/2024
U.S. Army Spc. Israel Osagie, 425th Medical Detachment, 176th Medical Brigade, 807th Medical Command, practical nursing specialist, demonstrates the electrocardiogram machine with the doctors and nurses of the Kenyan Defence Forces in Nanyuki, Kenya on Feb, 29, 2024. (Photo by U.S. Army Reserve Spc. Ronald Bell)

"I'm here to give back to my continent," said U.S. Army Spc. Israel Osagie, a practical nursing specialist with the 425th Medical Detachment, 176th Medical Brigade, 807th Medical Command.

Ensuring Access to Reproductive Health Care

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3/14/2024
Ensuring Access to Reproductive Health Care

The DOD recognizes the complexity and uncertainty facing service members in accessing reproductive health care, to include abortion care. They also recognize health care providers may have concerns about legal and financial risks they may face carrying out their lawful federal duties.

Using Your TRICARE Pharmacy Benefits

Video
3/14/2024
Using Your TRICARE Pharmacy Benefits

Are you making the most of your prescription drug coverage? Have you heard about changes to the process for getting specialty drugs? This webinar will give you an overview of the TRICARE Pharmacy Program. You’ll learn about your options for getting and managing prescriptions. You’ll also learn about recent changes to your options for filling specialty drug prescriptions. Presenter: Tess Wolstenholme, Senior Benefits Analyst for Healthcare Operations, Pharmacy Operations Division, Defense Health Agency To download slides and a transcript for this webinar and others, go to www.tricare.mil/webinars.

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