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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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Morbidity Burdens Attributable to Various Illnesses and Injuries Among Deployed Active and Reserve Component Service Members, U.S. Armed Forces, 2022

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7/1/2023
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This annual estimate of illness- and injury-related morbidity and health care burdens on the U.S. Armed Forces and MHS updates previous analyses of these burden distributions among active and reserve component service members in deployed settings. This report focuses on the health encounters of service members during deployment to U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) and U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) theaters of operation.

Surveillance Snapshot: Illness and Injury Burdens Among Reserve Component Members, U.S. Armed Forces, 2022

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7/1/2023
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This Surveillance Snapshot depicts, in two graphs, the health care burdens due to illness and injury among reserve component members of the U.S. Armed Forces in 2022.

Experts Gather for Training on Advanced Combat Surgical Skills

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6/30/2023
Experts Gather for Training on Advanced Combat Surgical Skills

Limb loss and amputation experts gather for the Federal Advanced Skills Training – Limb Trauma, a three-day symposium to advance combat surgical skills readiness and rehabilitation best practices.

TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Four Kentucky Counties Due to Storm Damage

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6/30/2023
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Four Kentucky Counties Due to Storm Damage

The Defense Health Agency (DHA) announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in four Kentucky counties may receive emergency prescription refills now through July 10 due to storm damage.

Team McChord Airmen Exercise Hearts, Minds with Warrior Heart Initiative

Article Around MHS
6/30/2023
U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Daniel Peveto, 62d Comptroller Squadron first sergeant, attends a Warrior Heart training at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, on June 5. The Warrior Heart initiative includes experience-based mentoring, teaching, and training to senior military officers, staff, and students as they develop and sustain resilience programs, events, and activities in support of airmen and families and their well-being. (Photo by U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Colleen Anthony)

Team McChord kicked off June with Warrior Heart, an initiative that embodies Air Mobility Command commander, U.S. Air Force Gen. Mike Minihan’s, directive to drive readiness. This keynote event launched the AMC-wide effort and introduced the concept of training your mind to Team McChord.

How to Minimize Service Member, Family Stress During PCS Season

Article Around MHS
6/30/2023
According to the 2021 Health of the Army Family report, Permanent Change of Station, or PCS, moves can yield both short-term effects on the well-being of service members. The process of identifying, addressing, and preventing challenges associated with PCS moves is critical to optimizing the health and well-being of all service members and their families. (Graphic by Rachel Stershic, Defense Centers for Public Health-Aberdeen)

For many service members, the general rotation for a permanent change of station is every two to four years. Regardless of how many times a military family has moved, each move varies, and each family member responds differently to the transition.

Guam Guard Medics Assist with Hospital Surge after Typhoon Mawar

Article Around MHS
6/30/2023
Combat Medics from the Guam National Guard and members of the Guam Memorial Hospital emergency room staff work together in the wake of Typhoon Mawar June 21, 2023. (Photo: Mark Scott/GUNG)

One month after Typhoon Mawar lashed the U.S. territory of Guam with 140 mph sustained winds, recovery efforts are still underway to restore critical services.

Walter Reed Facility Dog Dillon Honorarily Promoted to Master Sergeant

Article Around MHS
6/29/2023
Walter Reed Facility Dog, U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Dillon, was honorarily promoted to Master Sgt. by U.S. Marine Lt. Col. Rodolfo “Rudy” Uriostegui, Officer in Charge, Wounded Warrior Battalion-East, Walter Reed Detachment, along with U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Anthony Williams and U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Stephen Miller in front of the “Historic” Tower at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, Maryland.

Dillon, a Walter Reed facility dog, received an honorary promotion to U.S. Marine master sergeant during a ceremony on June 1, at the Walter Reed Medical Center.

Explore How TRICARE Covers Young Adults

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6/28/2023
Explore How TRICARE Covers Young Adults

Is your child a recent high school or college graduate? You might be wondering how this affects their TRICARE eligibility.

TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Shelby County in Tennessee Due to Severe Weather

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6/28/2023
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Shelby County in Tennessee Due to Severe Weather

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency (DHA) announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in Shelby County, Tennessee may receive emergency prescription refills now through July 8 due to severe weather.

88th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron Focused on ‘Fit to Fight’ Force

Article Around MHS
6/28/2023
Brenda Couch watches over U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Ron Sparkman, a student at the 155th medical group with the Nebraska National Guard, as he checks vitals on an airman during training at Wright-Patterson Medical Center on June 13. Operational Medical Readiness Squadron was this month’s pick for “Dominate the Dirty Work,” a series of stories offering an in depth look at the hard working and dedicated individuals that often go unseen. (Photo: Kenneth J. Stiles, U.S. Air Force)

The 88th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron provides direct support to U.S. Air Force operations by promoting and sustaining force health, preventing injury and illness, restoring health, and elevating human performance. Its top priority is ensuring airmen and military members are medically ready to execute their missions at home-base and deployed locations.

'Do Ask, Do Tell,' says Defense Health Agency Pride Month Panelist

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6/27/2023
The Defense Health Agency observed LGBTQIA+ Pride Month with a June 21 virtual panel discussion on the theme “Equality Without Exception, Pride in All Who Serve.” (Graphic by Lance Cpl. Leighton Winslow)

The Defense Health Agency observed LGBTQIA+ Pride Month with a June 21 virtual panel.

Tennessee National Guard Collaborates with the Bulgarian Medical Military Academy During Thracian Sentry 23

Article Around MHS
6/27/2023
Medical professionals look on as a soldier assesses for combat paramedic certification on June 13 in Sofia, Bulgaria. (Courtesy Photo)

On the week of June 12-19, the Tennessee Army and Air National Guard collaborated with the Bulgarian Military Medical Academy in a series of events as part of Thracian Sentry 23.

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

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6/26/2023
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Three Counties in Indiana Due to Storm Damage

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency (DHA) announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in three counties in Indiana may receive emergency prescription refills now through July 6 due to storm damage.

All Trauma Can Cause Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

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6/26/2023
Post-traumatic stress disorder is commonly associated with combat-related trauma, but service members may not know that PTSD can also be caused by many noncombat-related experiences. These noncombat-related trauma include car accidents, mass shootings, natural disasters, physical, sexual, and emotional abuse.

Post-traumatic stress disorder is commonly associated with combat-related trauma, but service members may not know that PTSD can also be caused by experiences beyond the battlefield.

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