Military Health System

Military Pharmacists Face Unique Challenges While Deployed

Deployed pharmacists are responsible for every medication used in their clinic. That includes preparing medication kits for medics on patrol, helping prepare aeromedical evacuation patients, normal outpatient prescriptions, and in some locations, even snakebite antidotes.

Fleet Readiness Center East Enhances Emergency Preparedness with Training in CPR, Defibrillator, and First Aid

When it comes to providing first aid and initial care during an emergency, every second counts in the matter of life and death. That's why this training program at Fleet Readiness Center East aims to equip its workforce with lifesaving skills and training to respond quickly and effectively to emergencies.

Naval Medical Research Center Uses Genome Sequencing for Variants

NMRC’s efforts provided important support for sequencing and viral isolation to the Department of Defense and Military Health System.

ABACUS Custom Tools Reports_Webinar Posttest

DHA UBO Webinar Posttest for MHS personnel to receive CEU credit.

ABACUS Electronic Billing_Webinar Posttest

DHA UBO Webinar Posttest for MHS personnel to receive CEU credit.

DHA UBO November Webinar_ABACUS Custom Tools Reports

DHA UBO November webinar on the topic ABACUS Custom Tools Reports

DHA UBO Webinar_ABACUS Electronic Billing

DHA UBO Webinar on the topic ABACUS Electronic Billing

Anxiety Disorder

Case definition for Anxiety Disorder

OASD(HA) Memo Tick-Borne Encephalitis Vaccination

Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs Memorandum on the availability of Tick-Borne Encephalitis vaccine.

• Identification #: N/A
• Date: 1/11/2023
• Type: Memorandums
• Topics: Tick-Borne Encephalitis

Importance of Updating DEERS

The easiest way to access your medical records is through the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal. Update all your contact information on DEERS before logging into MHS GENESIS. If not, it can cause a delay or issue with claims, referrals, or delivery of home prescriptions. Learn more at www.health.mil/MHSGenesis

Becoming a Military Doctor: Why Work at DHA?

Former DHA Director Lt Gen Ron Place tells his personal experience about becoming a military doctor and the honor of working at the Defense Health Agency. Search for jobs at dha.usajobs.gov.

DOD Aims to Shield Warfighters From Novel Biological Agents

Newer and more complicated biological battlefield threats are prompting the need for stronger countermeasures. We explain the DOD's new advances in medical countermeasures - including cutting edge technology and artificial intelligence - to keep the warfighters operational and combat ready.

Air Guard Flight Nurse Receives Distinguished Flying Cross

She's the first Air National Guard flight nurse to receive the Distinguished Flying Cross. Learn more about how Maj. Katie Lunning endured two weeks of live-saving humanitarian missions in Afghanistan - and how her bravery under fire culminated in the single largest aeromedical evacuation airlift in Kabul Coalition Hospital’s history.

Army Medical Logistics Command Focuses on Medical Readiness of National Guard Reserve Units

U.S. Army Medical Logistics Command leaders meet to tackle the challenges of ordering medical equipment and supplies. Find out about the strategies behind "Medical Logistics in Campaigning" that will poise Army medical personnel to transition quickly from peacetime at home station to an active operational environment.

A Team Approach Strengthens African Partner Medical Capabilities

The African Peacekeeping Rapid Response Partnership was initiated to rapidly deploy peacekeeping operations in Africa. Find out how this five-year program culminated in closer partnerships as well as establishing processes required to sustain logistics, medical planning, combat casualty care, and infection control.