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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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Ask the Doc: What are the New Rules for Blood Donations?

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1/25/2024
U.S. Army Spc. Saif Al Bayati, a medic with the 173rd Brigade Support Battalion, donates blood during the annual Armed Services Blood Program blood drive held at Caserma del Din, Vicenza, Italy, on Sept. 11, 2023. Sponsored by the 173rd Airborne Brigade, Vicenza Red Cross, and USAG Italy, all blood donated to ASBP stays within the military and goes to forward-deployed throughout Europe and Africa, Special Forces, and patients in military hospitals or clinics. Learn how weigh in on new blood donation eligibility, what you can do if you can’t donate blood, and how your actions save lives. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Alisha Grezlik)

Our experts weigh in on new blood donation eligibility, what you can do if you can’t donate blood, and how your actions save lives.

4 Reminders About Getting Care With TRICARE For Life

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1/23/2024
4 Reminders About Getting Care With TRICARE For Life

Do you have TRICARE For Life? Knowing how Medicare coverage works can help you avoid unexpected costs. Learn about getting care with Medicare and TRICARE For Life.

TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for San Diego County in California due to Flooding

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1/23/2024
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for San Diego County in California due to Flooding

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in San Diego County, California, may receive emergency prescription refills now through Feb. 2, 2024, due to flooding.

Acute Concussion Care Pathway: MACE 2 & PRA Training

Calendar Event
1/22/2024

The Traumatic Brain Injury Center of Excellence hosts a combined Military Acute Concussion Evaluation 2 and Progressive Return to Activity clinical recommendation virtual training. Attendees may earn two CEUs through the Defense Health Agency Continuing Education Program Office.

2024 National Small Business Conference

Calendar Event
1/19/2024

National 8(a) Association National Small Business Conference is the premier supplies diversity event for small business.

Military Health System Stabilization: Rebuilding Health Care Access is ‘Critical to the Wellbeing of our Patients’

Article
1/19/2024
U.S. Army Col. (Dr.) Frank Valentin, chief of ophthalmology, checks a patient for double vision and convergence at Brooke Army Medical Center, Fort Sam Houston, Texas. Recruiting qualified health care providers across the MHS is the first step in the stabilization of MHS, aligning with the MHS Strategy.  (U.S. Army photo by Jason W. Edwards)

On Dec. 6, 2023, the Deputy Secretary of Defense signed a memo directing the stabilization of the MHS, adding the capacity to reattract beneficiaries, improve access to care in military hospitals and clinics, and increase opportunities to sustain military clinical readiness for our medical forces.

Military Global Health Engagement Contributes to National Security

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1/17/2024
Military Global Health Engagement Contributes to National Security

Over the course of several decades, the Department of Defense’s global health engagement strategy has evolved to better equip its allies for health and human security.

TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for 3 Counties in Connecticut due to Flooding

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1/16/2024
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for 3 Counties in Connecticut due to Flooding

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in 3 counties in Connecticut may receive emergency prescription refills now through Jan. 24, 2024, due to flooding.

TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Rhode Island due to Flooding

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1/12/2024
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers  for Rhode Island due to Flooding

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in Rhode Island may receive emergency prescription refills now through Jan. 22, 2024, due to flooding.

TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for 8 Counties in Maine due to Flooding

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1/12/2024
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for 8 Counties in Maine due to Flooding

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in 8 counties in Maine may receive emergency prescription refills now through Jan. 22, 2024, due to flooding.

Pharmacist Spotlight – U.S. Public Health Service Rear Adm. Taylor Reflects on His Career

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1/12/2024
Pharmacist Spotlight – U.S. Public Health Service Rear Adm. Taylor Reflects on His Career

A career in the Public Health Service has taught Defense Health Agency Public Health Director U.S. Public Health Service Rear Adm. Brandon Taylor many lessons.

Mental Health Is Health: Depression and Oral Health

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1/11/2024
Mental Health Is Health: Depression and Oral Health

Depression can cause you to neglect your oral health if you aren’t able to motivate yourself to do daily tasks like brushing your teeth and flossing. See how TRICARE can help your mental and oral health.

TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for North Carolina due to Severe Weather

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1/11/2024
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for North Carolina due to Severe Weather

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in North Carolina may receive emergency prescription refills now through Jan. 19, 2024, due to severe weather.

TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Sevier County, Tennessee due to Flooding

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1/11/2024
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Sevier County, Tennessee due to Flooding

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in Sevier County, Tennessee may receive emergency prescription refills now through Jan. 20, 2024, due to flooding.

The Armed Services Blood Program Thanks Supporters During National Blood Donor Month

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1/10/2024
In a 1969 proclamation signed by President Richard Nixon, January was designated as National Blood Donor Month to create a time to thank those who have donated throughout the past year and to address the decrease in donations during the winter season. The Armed Services Blood Program is grateful for all the support it has received from donors and supporters in 2023.  (credit: Swati Agane)

In a 1969 proclamation signed by President Richard Nixon, January was designated as National Blood Donor Month to create a time to thank those who have donated throughout the past year and to address the decrease in donations during the winter season. The Armed Services Blood Program (ASBP) is grateful for all the support it has received from donors and supporters in 2023.

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