Malignant melanoma is a life threatening cancer of pigment producing cells (melanocytes). Melanocytes are distributed throughout the outer layer of the skin; in response to UV radiation (e.g., sunlight), they produce a pigment (melanin) that darkens the skin. When melanocytes become malignant, they can spread throughout the body, including to vital ...

This case definition was developed by the Armed Forces Health Surveillance Division (AFHSD) for the purpose of epidemiological surveillance of high-risk lesions of the breast. The case definition differs from the standard AFHSD oncology case definition used for surveillance of invasive and in situ cancers.

Follow these five tips to stay mission ready and mentally fit whether at home or abroad.

Provider factsheet with information on how to counsel patients at risk for suicide on reducing their access to lethal means, as well as helpful firearm means safety recommendations and provider resources.

Worksheet designed to enable health care provider and patient to collaboratively identify a patient’s stressful triggers, warning signs, sources of support, coping strategies and ways to access health care and crisis assistance.

Factsheet with information to help commanders manage service members’ suicide risk with best practices for reducing access to lethal means

Printable, collaborative safety planning tool for trained providers and their patients to create a dynamic plan to reduce patient risk for suicidal behavior.

Fact sheet that describes suicide warning signs, risk factors, and what line leaders can do to help in crisis

Fact sheet that describes suicide warning signs, risk factors, and what family members and caregivers can do to help a loved one in crisis

This document outlines the process under which MTFs may offer DOD Firefighters the opportunity to undergo a PFAS blood test—Updated to reflect DOD-approved Declination Memorandum for Record and DOD-approved Results Notification Memorandum.

The San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium Postdoctoral Fellowship in Clinical Neuropsychology is offered at Brooke Army Medical Center, Joint Base San Antonio, Fort Sam Houston, Texas. Both inpatient and outpatient services are provided by approximately 8,500 staff members, including active duty military personnel from each of the ...

Joint Course Credit for the Joint Medical Executive Skills Program

Save the dates with a complete 2024 schedule of the Traumatic Brain Injury Center of Excellence's Quarterly Education Series. The QES is an enterprise-wide learning opportunity for Military Health System stakeholders. Since inception, the QES provides trainings and education events that are relevant to the MHS, discussing specialty topics and current ...

A workbook designed to improve activities of daily living for patients experiencing bothersome tinnitus. It is a companion clinical support tool for clinicians who provide Tinnitus care. It provides a holistic, patient-centered approach to improve quality of life for patients living with tinnitus.

Charter for the Defense Health Board, 2024-2026. The DHB provides independent advice and recommendations to maximize the safety and quality of, as well as access to, healthcare for Department of Defense healthcare beneficiaries.