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More than 363 Military Health Care Providers Graduate on Armed Forces Day

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5/25/2023
Defense Health Agency Director Army Lt. Gen. Telita Crosland addressed more than 360 uniformed and civilian health professionals on May 20 as the guest speaker of USU's commencement ceremony. (Photo credit: Tom Balfour, USU)

During a ceremony steeped in tradition, the director of the Defense Health Agency, Army Lt. Gen. Telita Crosland, addressed more than 360 uniformed and civilian health professionals on May 20, Armed Forces Day, as they received their medical, graduate nursing, biomedical science, public health, and clinical psychology degrees from the Uniformed Services University.

From the Farm to the Hospital: Former Chief of the U.S. Army Nurse Corps Driven by Life’s Challenges

Article Around MHS
5/25/2023
Retired U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Clara Leach Adams-Ender poses for a photo at her home in Lake Ridge, Virginia, Oct. 31, 2021. She spent 34 years as an Army nurse overcoming all the challenges that came her way. (Photo by Michael A. McCoy)

As a young Army nurse at her first duty station in the intensive care unit at Fort Dix, New Jersey, then U.S. Army 2nd Lt. Clara Leach would go home each day and think about ways to improve her job performance. She was struggling at the time to get her work done and didn't understand why.

Standing Orders for Administering COVID-19 Vaccine (Adult)

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5/25/2023

Immunization standing orders are approved protocols that authorize appropriately trained health care personnel to assess patient immunization status and administer vaccinations without a written provider order or examination.

Standing Orders for Administering COVID-19 Vaccine (Pediatric)

Publication
5/25/2023

Immunization standing orders are approved protocols that authorize appropriately trained health care personnel to assess patient immunization status and administer vaccinations without a written provider order or examination.

U.S. Naval Lt. Receives Virginia Beach Mayor's Lifesaving Award

Article Around MHS
5/25/2023
U.S. Navy Lt. Paul Strunc, a critical care nurse at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, poses for a photo after being presented the Virginia Beach Mayor’s Lifesaving Award by Mayor Bobby Dyer at City Hall, May 8. Strunc was recognized for administering lifesaving cardiopulmonary resuscitation on a civilian at the beach on Oct. 2, 2022. Through his rapid intervention and emergency response, the person was stabilized until ambulatory services arrived on the scene. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Nube Macancela)

U.S. Navy Lt. Paul Strunc, a critical care nurse at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, was presented the Virginia Beach Mayor’s Lifesaving Award by Mayor Bobby Dyer at City Hall, May 8.

MHS Bug Week Promo 2023

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5/24/2023
MHS Bug Week Promo 2023

The buzz around town is that Bug Week is coming back in 2023! Follow the Military Health System (@MilitaryHealth) and TRICARE (@TRICARE) social media accounts so that you don't miss out on any Bug Week content starting June 10th.

MHS Bug Week Maj. Pest Promo 2023

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5/24/2023
MHS Bug Week Maj. Pest Promo 2023

Major Pest is back and he wants you stay safe from bug bites and bug stings all summer long. If you want to get a head start on the Bug Week fun, visit www.health.mil/bugs.

DHA Minute | May 2023

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5/24/2023
DHA Minute | May 2023

This episode of the DHA Minute honors all nurses who serve across the Military Health System. Interested in joining our team? Watch the DHA Director’s personal message to nurses here: https://www.dvidshub.net/video/881300/dha-needs-nurses Find available jobs here: https://dha.usajobs.gov/

5 Tips To Start a Conversation About Getting Mental Health Care

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5/24/2023
5 Tips To Start a Conversation About Getting Mental Health Care

“How are you?” It’s a question almost everyone answers every day. Like most, your usual response is probably, “Fine, thanks. How are you?” But if you really think about it, are you fine? Maybe you haven’t been yourself in a while. You’re feeling sad, stressed, lonely, or just not how you want to feel. You’d like to start feeling better but aren’t sure where to start.

TBICoE's Anomalous Health Incident Acute Assessment Training

Calendar Event
5/23/2023

This virtual training, hosted by the Traumatic Brain Injury Center of Excellence, will introduce learners to Anomalous Health Incidents and review assessment and treatment strategies. Detailed guidance on how to complete a medical evaluation using Anomalous Health Incident Acute Assessment (DHA Form 244), will be provided.

MHS Bug Week | Fleas

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5/23/2023
MHS Bug Week | Fleas

Prevention is key for protecting you and your pets from the diseases that fleas carry. Learn the tips and tricks to keep the fleas away. Visit www.health.mil/bugs for more information.

MHS Bug Week | Mosquitos

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5/23/2023
MHS Bug Week | Mosquitos

Mosquitos are small but mighty bugs that are responsible for about 750,000 deaths a year. Learn how to protect yourself from mosquitos this summer. Visit www.health.mil/bugs for more information.

MHS Bug Week | Ticks

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5/23/2023
MHS Bug Week | Ticks

Warm weather means more outdoor time and more ticks. Learn what simple steps you can take to protect yourself from ticks while you're outside and when you get home. Visit www.health.mil/bugs for more information.

Ensuring Sight for Flight at Naval Health Clinic Oak Harbor

Article Around MHS
5/23/2023
Ocular trauma training with a focus on foreign body removal was conducted at Naval Health Clinic Oak Harbor’s Optometry by U.S. Navy Lt. Courtney Rafferty, clinic optometrist, assisted by U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Christopher Cruz. The training covered such optical concerns as removing metallic foreign bodies from the eye. The techniques used were part of ensuring competency to provide comprehensive eye and vision care needed for optimal – and ocular - mission readiness (Courtesy Photo)

May is recognized by the Defense Health Agency as Health Vision and Hearing Month, U.S. Navy Lt. Courtney C. Rafferty, Naval Health Clinic Oak Harbor optometrist, explains the critical importance attached to the monthly theme.

Medical Simulation and Training PMO Brochure

Fact Sheet
5/23/2023

The Medical Simulation and Training PMO serves as the materiel developer and total lifecycle systems manager for medical simulation and training products across the Military Health System.

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