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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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“I Look Forward to Constantly Pushing Myself to Learn Something New”

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11/20/2023
Hospital Corpsman Third Class Sophia Crews is the U.S. Navy’s Junior Pharmacy Technician of the Year for 2023. The Phoenix Arizona Native serves aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point as the Leading Petty Officer of the facility’s Pharmacy and credits the encouragement her father, a former rescue swimmer, as her inspiration to continue serving.  (Photo By Thomas Cieslak)

A Sailor serving aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point has earned top honors in her career field.

Empowering Service Members Advancing Mental Health Access and Targeted Care

Article Around MHS
11/20/2023
Graphic demonstrating the process of Mental Health care and additional resources through targeted care. (U.S. Air Force graphic)

Taking the initiative to seek help for emotional difficulties is a courageous and responsible step for a service member. Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center’s Mental Health Clinic is dedicated to ensuring that all service members receive effective care in a timely manner.

New Device Implemented in the Family Birthing Center

Article Around MHS
11/20/2023
A member of the Family Birthing Center demonstrates the Jada® system used to control uterine bleeding on a simulated patient at the Keesler Military Treatment Facility, Keesler Air Force Base, Biloxi, Miss., Oct. 30 (Photo By Michelle Stewart)

The staff of Keesler Medical Center’s Family Birthing Center is employing an innovative tool for birthing people experiencing postpartum hemorrhage.

Postvention Promotes Healing in Aftermath of Death by Suicide

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11/17/2023
Postvention Promotes Healing in Aftermath of Death by Suicide

From our experts: Resources and advice for those left behind after a death by suicide

TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Two Virginia Counties due to Matts Creek Wildfire

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11/17/2023
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Two Virginia Counties due to Matts Creek Wildfire

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency (DHA) announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in two Virginia counties may receive emergency prescription refills now through Nov. 26, 2023, due to the Matts Creek Wildfire.

Retired U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Shares Mental Health Journey with Premier Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, Explosives Command

Article Around MHS
11/17/2023
Then U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Gregg F. Martin, who was serving as president of the National Defense University at the time, speaks during the university's graduation ceremony on Fort Lesley J. McNair, Washington, D.C., on June 13, 2013. (Photo by U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Sean K. Harp)

A retired U.S. Army major general shared his mental health story with soldiers and U.S. Army civilians from the military’s premier chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, explosives command.

U.S. Army Capt. Tackles Lupus, the Medical Education Board, and Life

Article Around MHS
11/17/2023
U.S. Army Capt. Anna Walker and her mom, Cynthia, at the 2023 Department of Defense Warrior Games Challenge in San Diego, California. “I'm so proud of Anna,” her mom said. “Given her condition, I’m amazed at her energy to do what she does. She won’t give up.”. (Courtesy Photo)

U.S. Army Capt. Anna Walker is from a military family. Five out of six siblings all serve. “My Dad was in the Navy for twenty years and was a Lt. Commander when he retired. I wanted to serve 20 years just like him. I enjoyed it. But then, life changes.”

Military Tropical Medicine Course Resumes International Field Missions

Article Around MHS
11/16/2023
Military tropical medicine students on board a Brazilian medical ship as part of the courses field rotations. Pictured above are U.S. Navy Lt. Aviv Fraiman, U.S. Navy Lt. Kylie Wilson, U.S. Navy Lt. Louise Gaunt, U.S. Navy Lt. Cmdr. Cyrus Haselby, and U.S. Navy Capt. Ben Norton. (Photo by Military Tropical Medicine Course)

Two years after its inaugural 1993 class, the Navy’s Military Tropical Medicine program took on a tri-service mission, with a hallmark structure of four weeks of in-person didactic followed by two weeks in tropical infectious disease endemic locations. In 2020, the course momentarily halted international rotations due to travel restrictions and mandated a pivot to virtual education.

Ask the Doc: How Often Do I Need Mammograms to Fight Breast Cancer?

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11/15/2023
Ask the Doc: How Often Do I Need Mammograms to Fight Breast Cancer?

Our expert answers questions about mammograms and breast health in Ask the Doc.

TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Two Kentucky Counties due to Wildfires

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11/15/2023
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Two Kentucky Counties due to Wildfires

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency (DHA) announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in two Kentucky counties may receive emergency prescription refills now through Nov. 24, 2023, due to wildfires.

TRICARE Extends and Expands Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for 33 Counties in North Carolina due to Wildfires

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11/15/2023
TRICARE Extends and Expands Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for 33 Counties in North Carolina due to Wildfires

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency (DHA) announced that TRICARE has expanded the number of North Carolina counties in which TRICARE beneficiaries may receive emergency prescription refills due to wildfires. DHA also extended the date from Nov. 16, 2023, to Nov. 24, 2023.

Military Pharmacy Reduces Patient Wait Times with New Robot

Article Around MHS
11/15/2023
U.S. Air Force Technical Sgt. Marco Cardenas, 75th Medical Group Pharmacy Flight, restocks medications in the Parata Max 2 automated medication filling robot Oct. 26, 2023, at Hill Air Force Base, Utah. The pharmacy recently acquired the robot, which has reduced prescription filling times for their patients and furthered patient safety by using stock bottle and storage cell scanning to dispense the right drug and the right dose. (U.S. Air Force photo by Cynthia Griggs)

The 75th Medical Group’s Pharmacy Flight can now fill prescriptions faster with the help of a new automated high-speed medication filling robot called the Parata Max 2.

Gary Sinise Thanks Fort Campbell Soldier, Civilian Health Care Team

Article Around MHS
11/15/2023
Gary Sinise visited Blanchfield Army Community Hospital and served a free lunch and posed for photos with the hospital’s active duty and civilian healthcare team Nov. 9. BACH is part of the Military Health System, which includes 45 hospitals and inpatient facilities and 566 military ambulatory care and occupational health facilities in the United States and overseas.  (Photo By Maria Christina Yager)

Actor, director, producer, musician, and humanitarian Gary Sinise visited Blanchfield Army Community Hospital and served a free lunch to the hospital’s active duty and civilian health care team Nov. 9.

Wounded Warriors Gather to Celebrate Day of Healing

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11/14/2023
Wounded Warriors Gather to Celebrate Day of Healing

The Day of Healing is an incredible showcase for the strength and resilience of our wounded warriors,” said Seileen Mullen, principal deputy assistant secretary of defense for health affairs. “The athletes, artists, musicians, and more coming together to share their stories of recovery is an inspirational reminder of why we celebrate Warrior Care and Caregiver Month.’

U.S. Secretary of the Navy Names Future Medical Ship United States Naval Ship Balboa

Article Around MHS
11/14/2023
U.S. Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro announced the future expeditionary medical ship will be named USNS Balboa during a ceremony at Naval Medical Center San Diego on Oct. 27, 2023. The future USNS Balboa honors the legacy and commitment of U.S. Navy doctors, nurses, corpsmen, and staff of Balboa Naval Hospital. (Photo by U.S. Navy Mass Comm. Spec. Shannon Renfroe)

U.S. Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro announced that a future expeditionary medical ship will be named USNS Balboa during a ceremony at Naval Medical Center San Diego on Oct. 27.

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