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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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Blood donor center opens at new location

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11/4/2021
Military personnel cutting a ribbon at the new blood donor center

The Fort Gordon community and Armed Services Blood Program celebrated the reopening of Kendrick Memorial Blood Center with a ribbon cutting ceremony Oct. 15. KMBC is part of the ASBP, the military’s official provider of blood products for service members and their families in both peace and war.

Tips for Caregivers – How to Take Care of Yourself and Avoid Burnout

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11/4/2021
Soldier sitting in gym with wife and daughter

The Human Performance Resources by CHAMP team, part of the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences’ Consortium for Health and Military Performance provides stress management strategies for caregivers of recovering friends, family members or loved ones.

New MHS Video Connect increases convenient access to care for patients

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11/4/2021
Air Force Lt. Col. John A. DaLomba

The MHS is rapidly expanding the number of facilities using MHS Video Connect, with all continental United States-based hospitals and clinics expected to have the capability by the end of 2021.

Washington D.C. Metro Area Hosts Eleventh Annual ASBP Army-Navy Blood Donor Challenge

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11/3/2021
Army vs. Navy football game

Locations across the National Capital Region will host ASBP blood drives as part of the blood donor challenge from Nov. 1 through Dec. 7

Weed ACH Soldier selected for AMEDD Enlisted Commissioning Program

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11/2/2021
Medical military personnel assembling medical instruments

Army Sgt. Jonathan Kwaning earned acceptance into the Army Medical Department (AMEDD) Enlisted Commissioning Program.

Navy Wounded Warrior RSMs and Families are in Good Hands

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11/2/2021
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Navy Wounded Warrior program’s family program manager, Dario Santana, shares his extensive experience and passion for the wounded warrior community.

Annual Summit Focuses on Breast Cancer Research Treatment

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11/1/2021
lead mammographer performing a mammogram

Mammograms are the best way to find breast cancer early, when it is easier to treat and before it is big enough to feel or cause symptoms.

Sepsis Hospitalizations Among Active Component Service Members, U.S. Armed Forces, 2011–2020

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11/1/2021
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Update: Plant Dermatitis Among Active Component Service Members, U.S. Armed Forces, 2010–2020

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11/1/2021
3_Plant dermatitis  Zion National Park

Plant dermatitis is an allergic inflammatory skin reaction in response to the oils of poisonous plants. In the U.S., the most common dermatitis-causing plant genus is the Toxicodendron (formerly Rhus). Approximately 50%–75% of the U.S. adult population are susceptible to skin reactions upon exposure to Toxicodendron oil or oleoresin, called urushiol.

Brief Report: Prevalence of Hepatitis C Virus Infections in U.S. Air Force Basic Military Trainees Who Donated Blood, 2017–2020

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11/1/2021
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Are You Prepared for Flu Season? Let TRICARE Help.

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11/1/2021
A hospital corpsman administers an influenza vaccination to an airman as part of a seasonal shot exercise onboard Naval Air Station Sigonella.

Flu season is here once again. Are you prepared? With the COVID-19 Delta variant​ continuing to spread and our health care system overburdened, it’s important for all of us to help combat the spread of flu. And the best way to do so is to get a flu shot.

New walk in clinic provides contraception to female service members

Article
10/29/2021
Military personnel during an exam

Brooke Army Medical Center now offers female service members a walk-in clinic for contraception on Wednesdays.

USU Researchers Commended for Innovation, Leadership with 2021 MHSRS Awards

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10/28/2021
Military personnel posing for a picture

Scientists from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) were recognized with four awards from the 2021 Military Health System Research Symposium (MHSRS) for their significant contributions to research focused specifically on the unique medical needs of the warfighter. 

NMCP’S Labor and Delivery Recognized for Excellence

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10/27/2021
The NMCP Walkway

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP)’s Labor and Delivery unit has been recognized for superior care of their patients.

Listen to Your Body: If It Doesn’t Feel ‘Good,’ It Probably Isn’t

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10/27/2021
Three soldiers running on blacktop road in the country

Avoiding serious injuries when it comes to working out is all about knowing how to interpret signals from your body and knowing the difference between ‘good’ and ‘bad’ pain, experts say.

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