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Military Health System Confronts Stigma Surrounding Mental Health Care
Stigma can be a barrier to a service member seeking support for their mental health. Recognizing mental health as part of overall health and changing attitudes are keys to addressing it.
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The Military Health System provides comprehensive women’s and gender-specific care associated with cardiovascular health, mental health, musculoskeletal injuries and reproductive health care. Our goal is to ensure the health of all women at every stage of life. No matter what your age, you can take simple steps to live healthier.
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Explore the comprehensive women’s health services available to you in the Military Health System at every stage of your life. Our services include:
Well Woman Exams & Screenings
Pregnancy & Reproductive Health
Comprehensive TRICARE Coverage
Pain Management
Mental Health
Sexual Trauma
TRICARE Contraceptive Care
Reproductive Health
We also offer many specialty care services for all your health care needs.
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Military Health mobile apps provide information and support to service members, veterans, and their families for a variety of health issues. See All Our Mobile Apps.
This app empowers women by providing a one-stop resource for women’s health concerns before, during, and after deployment.
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This app provides an interactive way for service members to learn about birth control options and help think through what is important to them about the method they choose.
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If you or someone you know in the DOD community has experienced sexual assault, please consider reaching out to DOD Safe Helpline for 24/7, anonymous, one-on-one support at 877-995-5247 or SafeHelpline.org/live-chat.
Visit the Center for Women Veterans to learn about women's health care services available to you from the VA.
Sexual assault awareness and prevention is at the top of the Department of Defense’s priorities.
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