Military Health System

Ask the Doc: My Friend Drinks Too Much. How Can I Help?

A doc explains how you can help a friend you think drinks too much.

Women's Health Equity is a Real Focus for DOD, Mullen Says

Women’s heath equity is fully invested in by DOD’s actions, acting AD for Health Affairs tells a recent podcast.

Walter Reed Army Institute of Research Implements SARS-CoV-2 Genome Sequencing

This is the second article in a 6-part series that highlights the work of technicians and scientists in Military Health System laboratories who worked to identify COVID-19 variants using special sequencing technology.

DHA Leaders Accept Prestigious Award on Behalf of NATO Working Group

Military Labs Use Whole Genome Sequencing of COVID-19 Variants

The first in a 6-part series highlighting the work of technicians and scientists working in support of the MHS who identified COVID-19 variants using special sequencing technology.

How Blue Angels and Thunderbirds Keep Flying 300 Days a Year

The U.S. Navy Blue Angels and U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds high-performance demonstration teams rely on their flight surgeons to sustain their readiness for more than 300 shows a year.

DOD Reduces Health Care Waste by Reusing Crutches

When military facilities faced a national shortage of an essential mobility aid, they launched a grassroots initiative that not only ensured patient care, but also created a new waste reduction model within the DHA.

Breast Cancer Reminder: Get Your Annual Screening

Annual mammograms are easy to schedule and can detect very small cancers.

Marine Corps Veteran Stays Connected Through Service

Retired U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Adam Foutz's calls on his life experiences, his faith, and determination to continue his service to the military and veteran community.

Blast Overpressure Research Brings NATO Group to DHHQ

DOD and NATO experts recently met to continue their work on warfighter brain health to protect soldiers from the overblast pressure of their weaponry.

GHSA Meeting Discusses Collaboration on Global Health Security

Civil-Military Collaboration on Global Health Security Discussed at GHSA Ministerial Meeting, global partnerships.

Flu Season’s Here: You Still Can Get Your Flu Shot for Protection

It’s not too late to get vaccinated against the flu and COVID-19.

MHS Leader Davison Reflects on New Path for Pain Management

MHS pain management enters new era with a broader approach to pain care than traditional methods.

More Inclusive Research Key to Understanding Prevalence of Dementia

Dementia and its most common form, Alzheimer’s disease, are cognitive disorders that affect more women than men. Although there are various theories on why, more equitable research is needed.

Retiring Wounded Warrior Continues to Serve His Military Community

Despite a career-ending cancer diagnosis, U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer Blake Conley prepares to retire after more than 20 years serving his nation with a positive outlook and a desire to keep serving.