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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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What can I do if friend is having a hard time?

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8/22/2023
What can I do if friend is having a hard time?

Do you have a friend or colleague who might be having a hard time? Dr. Joshua Morganstein gives some tips on signs to look for and how to help. This video is part of a series addressing mental health concerns in the military. Learn more at www.health.mil/mentalhealth

3 Easy Tips for Hard Conversations - Part 2

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8/22/2023
3 Easy Tips for Hard Conversations - Part 2

Part 2 - Find the Words Is a friend having a tough time? Do you want to talk to them and don't know how? Dr. Joshua Morganstein gives 3 tips on how to talk to a friend or colleague who you think might be having a hard time. 1. Set the stage for a conversation 2. Find the words 3. Follow-up This is the second video in a series that gives advice on mental health issues for service members.

Defense Health Agency Marks Women’s Equality Day

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8/22/2023
Defense Health Agency Marks Women’s Equality Day

The Defense Health Agency recognized Women’s Equality Day, the celebration of the 19th Amendment giving women the right to vote, on August 10 with a virtual presentation about the history of women in military medicine.

TRICARE Expands Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers to Six Counties in California due to Tropical Storm Hilary

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8/22/2023
TRICARE Expands Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers to Six Counties in California due to Tropical Storm Hilary

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency (DHA) announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in six additional counties in California may receive emergency prescription refills now through Aug. 31, 2023, due to Tropical Storm Hilary.

First Nurse Serves as Director of ANG Medical Service Office of the Air Surgeon

Article Around MHS
8/22/2023
“Normally, it's been a physician or a flight doctor that has led the helm for the Air National Guard Medical Service Office … I'm the first clinical nurse,” said U.S. Air Force Col. Linda A. Rohatsch, who took command in late 2022. “I'm pretty excited about that.”  Rohatsch is the first clinical nurse to assume command of the ANG Office of the Air Surgeon and brings nearly four decades of medical experience to the position. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Sarah M. McClanahan)

For the first time in U.S. Air National Guard history, a clinical nurse took command as director of the ANG Medical Service Office of the Air Surgeon at the ANG Readiness Center on Joint Base Andrews.

TRICARE Compare Cost Tool

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8/21/2023
TRICARE Compare Cost Tool

TRICARE's compare cost tool allows beneficiaries to see the cost of two plans side by side. This video learn how to use the compare cost tool.

TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Two Nevada Counties due to Tropical Storm Hilary

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8/21/2023
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Two Nevada Counties due to Tropical Storm Hilary

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency (DHA) announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in two Nevada counties may receive emergency prescription refills now through Aug. 31, 2023, due to Tropical Storm Hilary.

TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Spokane County in Washington due to Wildfires

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8/21/2023
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Spokane County in Washington due to Wildfires

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency (DHA) announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in Spokane County, Washington may receive emergency prescription refills now through Aug. 30, 2023, due to wildfires.

TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Cameron County in Texas due to Tropical Storm

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8/21/2023
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Cameron County in Texas due to Tropical Storm

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency (DHA) announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in Cameron County, Texas may receive emergency prescription refills now through Aug. 31, 2023, due to a potential tropical storm.

TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Three California Counties due to Tropical Storm Hilary

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8/21/2023
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Three California Counties due to Tropical Storm Hilary

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency (DHA) announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in three California counties may receive emergency prescription refills now through Aug. 25, 2023, due to Tropical Storm Hilary.

TRICARE Extends and Expands Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Five Counties in California due to Tropical Storm Hilary

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8/21/2023
TRICARE Extends and Expands Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Five Counties in California due to Tropical Storm Hilary

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency (DHA) announced that TRICARE has expanded the number of California counties in which TRICARE beneficiaries may receive emergency prescription refills due to flooding. DHA also extended the date from Aug. 25, 2023, to Aug. 31, 2023.

TRICARE Extends Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Two Hawaii Islands due to Wildfires

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8/18/2023
TRICARE Extends Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Two Hawaii Islands due to Wildfires

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency (DHA) announced that TRICARE has extended the date for beneficiaries to receive emergency prescription refills on Hawaii and Maui islands from Aug. 19, 2023, to Sept. 9, 2023, due to wildfires.

Pet Therapy at Keesler: Creating a Paw-sitive Environment

Article Around MHS
8/18/2023
An airman in training from the 81st Training Group plays with a therapy dog at the Levitow Training Support Facility on Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, on July 13, 2023. Volunteer teams of therapy animals and their handlers visit the 81st TRG weekly to help alleviate stress for airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kimberly L. Tou)

Overall, both military men and women are nearly twice as likely to report feeling high levels of stress in their military work (39%) than in their family life (22%), according to the National Library of Medicine. Keesler Air Force Base in Mississippi provides multiple resources for airmen and their families who may need physical or psychological support, including four-legged friends.

Military Health System Research Symposium 2023

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8/17/2023
Military Health System Research Symposium 2023

Alan Hawk, collections manager of the historical collections at the National Museum of Health and Medicine, presents a talk titled, ”’Cotton Mather, You Dog, Damn You,’ a History of Vaccine Hesitancy.” Hawk was one of several speakers talking about vaccine hesitation among service members at the 2023 Military Health System Research Symposium on Aug. 17.

Military Health System Research Symposium 2023

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8/17/2023
Military Health System Research Symposium 2023

Danielle Ali, biologic scientist with the Naval Medical Research Command Biological Defense Research directorate, accepts an award for second place in the poster sessions at the 2023 Military Health System Research Symposium in Kissimmee, Florida on Aug. 17. She received the award for research into high-efficacy assays for the detection of SARS-CoV-2. The award was presented by Dr. Terry M. Rauch, acting director of research and development for Health Readiness Policy and Oversight, Defense Health Agency.

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