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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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TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Three Counties in Mississippi Due to Storm Damage

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6/22/2023
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Three Counties in Mississippi Due to Storm Damage

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency (DHA) announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in three counties in Mississippi may receive emergency prescription refills now through July 1 due to storm damage.

Lifestyle Changes Lead to Longer, Healthier Life

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6/22/2023
6 Pillars of Lifestyle and Performance

Lifestyle changes through performance medicine practices can help you live longer and be healthier.

Marine Forces Special Operations Command and the Influence of Global Health Engagement

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6/22/2023
U.S. Navy Rear Adm. (Ret.) Thomas Cullison, former deputy surgeon general, U.S. Navy, teaches fundamentals of global health engagement to a class

Since its inception, Marine Forces Special Operations Command prioritized missions such as foreign Internal defense. The command places a Marine Special Operations Company in a country and work with local partner forces to exchange ideas and practices. These efforts intent to and increase their ability to work independently to increase national and global security.

ASBP Blood Bank Center Conducts Successful West Coast Blood Drive Tour

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6/21/2023
ASBP Blood Bank Center Conducts Successful West Coast Blood Drive Tour

Armed Services Blood Bank Center Pacific Northwest recently conducted a successful West Coast Blood Drive Tour. This was the first year that installation commanders, or deputy commanders, and group commanders at each location came to the blood drives.

TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Puerto Rico due to Tropical Storm Bret

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6/21/2023
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Puerto Rico due to Tropical Storm Bret

The Defense Health Agency (DHA) announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in Puerto Rico may receive emergency prescription refills now through June 30 due to Tropical Storm Bret.

How Cyber and IT Warriors Fight Sensory Injuries

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6/21/2023
Tacet Venari participants analyze metadata to identify any suspicious activity on the network during exercise Tacet Venari at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 12, 2022. The two-week cyber exercise provides Airmen the opportunity to identify, detect and respond to cyber threats. The exercise gives participants hands-on experience on how to recognize irregularities in the network. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jared Lovett)

Cyber and IT warriors may develop somewhat unique vision and hearing injuries due to their duties and workspaces.

U.S. Air Force’s Second-Largest Medical Center Delivers Top-Notch Care

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6/21/2023
U.S. Air Force’s second-largest hospital

The 88th Medical Group at Wright-Patterson Medical Center remains on the cutting edge of health care services and technology as a role model for other military medical centers worldwide.

TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Six Parishes in Louisiana due to Severe Weather

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6/20/2023
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Six Parishes in Louisiana due to Severe Weather

The Defense Health Agency (DHA) announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in six parishes in Louisiana may receive emergency prescription refills now through July 19 due to severe weather.

TRICARE Preventive Health Services for Men of All Ages

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6/20/2023
TRICARE Preventive Health Services for Men of All Ages

Did you know that June is Men’s Health Month? If you’re a man, it’s a good time to take stock of your overall health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the life expectancy for men in the U.S. is nearly six years less than that for women. And that gap is getting wider. However, men can still live long, healthy lives by eating right, exercising, and getting preventive health care.

TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Ochiltree County, Texas due to Storm Damage

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6/20/2023
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Ochiltree County, Texas due to Storm Damage

The Defense Health Agency (DHA) announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in Ochiltree County, Texas may receive emergency prescription refills now through July 16 due to storm damage.

Brooke Army Medical Center Scores High Marks in National Health Care Survey

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6/20/2023
Kenneth Kallies, a registered nurse, starts an IV on an emergency room patient

Brooke Army Medical Center scored high marks from patients in a survey that ranks hospitals locally, regionally, and nationally. BAMC scored above the state of Texas and the national average on more than 95% of all metrics measured, with a 91% overall hospital rating.

Men’s Health Month: Don’t be Shy About Sharing Symptoms

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6/20/2023
U.S. Air Force Col. (Dr.) Travis Batts, medical director of the department of cardiology, provides feedback on a patient's performance

June is Men’s Health Month, a time to encourage men to “take the bull by the horns” and focus on their health and wellness.

Navy and Marine Corps Public Health Center Changes Name

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6/16/2023
The Navy and Marine Corps Public Health Center changed its name in accordance with section 711 of John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for FY19 to the Navy and Marine Corps Force Health Protection Command, effective January 1, emphasizing its operational mission focus. (Courtesy Graphic)

The Navy and Marine Corps Force Health Protection Command develops and shapes public health for the U.S. Navy and Marines Corps through health surveillance, disease and injury prevention, and public health consultation. There will be no changes to the availability of public health services, tools and resources.

TRICARE Health Matters Newsletters Now Available

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6/15/2023
TRICARE Health Matters Newsletters Now Available

The Defense Health Agency (DHA) today announced quarterly TRICARE Health Matters Newsletters for TRICARE beneficiaries are now available.

Learn about TRICARE Pharmacy Benefit Formulary Changes

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6/15/2023
The TRICARE Formulary Search Tool makes it easy to learn about your prescription. You can see if your prescription is covered, where you can fill it, and more. (Courtesy photo from Pexels.com)

An overview of the TRICARE pharmacy benefit and the beneficiary formulary change communication process over the last five years.

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