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Our History

Military medicine has a long and celebrated history. We apply lessons from our past to improve the care of military personnel and their families today and in the future. New surgical techniques, powerful painkillers, antibiotic drugs, and triage and evacuation procedures have revolutionized military medicine.

In this section, you'll find featured stories and information about the history of military medicine.

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President's Day

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12/30/2023

This #PresidentsDay, take time to remember and honor those who served our country as commander-in-chief.

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February

Coast Guard Reserve Birthday

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12/30/2023

Happy 82nd birthday to the United States Coast Guard Reserve! To all those who have served or are currently serving in the U.S. Coast Guard Reserve - we salute you.

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February

National Caregiver Day

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12/30/2023

This #NationalCaregiversDay, we recognize the selflessness and generosity shown by all caregivers, especially those in the military community. Thank you for ensuring the comfort and dignity of those who need your help. Find resources here: http://warriorcare.dodlive.mil/Caregiver-Resources/

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February

Making Waves: Remembering the First Women of the Hospital Corps

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3/28/2023
World War II brought new opportunities for civic-minded women like Frona Liston , who wanted to contribute to the war effort. And for the first time in Navy history, women could serve in a wide range of occupational specialties and rates under the auspices of the Women Accepted for Voluntary Emergency Service or the Women’s Reserve program. (Courtesy Photo)

Meet some of the pioneers of women in military medicine and how they changed the course of American medical history.

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Ensuring Access to Reproductive Health Care

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3/27/2023
Ensuring Access to Reproductive Health Care

The DOD recognizes the complexity and uncertainty facing service members in accessing reproductive health care, to include abortion care. They also recognize health care providers may have concerns about legal and financial risks they may face carrying out their lawful federal duties.

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Austin Presses Ahead with Recommendations from Suicide Prevention Committee

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3/27/2023
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Months of research and planning ways to prevent suicide in the military comes to fruition. Find out about phase one of the Suicide Prevention and Response Independent Review Committee's recommendations to promote the wellness, health, and morale of military personnel.

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National Public Health Week: DHA Public Health

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3/27/2023

It’s National Public Health Week! Join DHA Public Health as we celebrate health professionals around the globe caring for the total health of the Joint Force, military services, families, and the DOD. Learn how public health contributes to healthy communities! Read more at: www.health.mil/publichealth #DHAPublicHealth #NPHW

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National Public Health Week: Food & Nutrition

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3/27/2023

Fueling service members for maximum physical and mental performance goes beyond the basics. Good #nutrition is vital to good health, disease prevention, and essential for healthy growth and development. https://health.mil/PerformanceNutritionHelpsReadiness #FoodisFuel #NationalPublicHealthWeek #NPHW #DefensePublicHealth

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National Public Health Deployment Health

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3/27/2023

There are many factors to maintaining and improving environmental health on installations and in deployment locations. Check out what #DefensePublicHealth provides on subjects such as air and water quality, solid and medical waste, pest management, and much more. https://phc.amedd.army.mil/topics/envirohealth/Pages/default.aspx #NationalPublicHealthWeek #NPHW #DefensePublicHealth

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National Public Health Week: Mental Health

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3/27/2023

Mental wellness is important for everyone, including service members, veterans, and their loved ones. Mental health care is not one-size-fits-all. Resources related to combat stress, depression, reintegration, how to get into treatment, types of treatment for mental health conditions, and many other topics are available. https://www.health.mil/MentalHealthisHealthCare #NationalPublicHealthWeek #NPHW #DefensePublicHealth

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National Public Health Week: Sexual Health

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3/27/2023

Soldiers are responsible for protecting their own sexual health, protecting others by preventing the transmission of STIs, and preventing unintended pregnancy/paternity. #DefensePublicHealth provides resources for soldiers to educate themselves. https://phc.amedd.army.mil/topics/healthyliving/rsbwh/Pages/default.aspx #NationalPublicHealthWeek #NPHW #DefensePublicHealth

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National Public Health Week: Violence Prevention

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3/27/2023

We are committed to fostering a culture that keeps service members and their families safe from violence and abuse. The Family Advocacy Program offers a range of services for violence prevention. https://www.militaryonesource.mil/preventing-violence-abuse/unhealthy-relationships/the-family-advocacy-program/ #NationalPublicHealthWeek #NPHW #DefensePublicHealth

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National Public Health Week: Community

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3/27/2023

A strong family, community, and self are as important to the success of a service member as training. In a healthy community, communication, collaboration, and leadership are key to mission success. https://crg.amedd.army.mil/Pages/default.aspx #NPHW #DefensePublicHealth

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National Public Health DHA Public Health II

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3/27/2023

Get ready as we prepare to celebrate National Public Health Week! Our military public health is critical to the readiness of our global military forces and their families. Stay connected to see our approach: http://www.health.mil/publichealth #DHAPublicHealth #NPHW

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National Public Health Week Banner

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3/27/2023

Get ready, set, and jump into #NationalPublicHealthWeek with #DefensePublicHealth as we fast rope through #publichealth initiatives and resources to support the readiness of service members. #NPHW

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