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DOW extends health care supplement pilot for civilian employees in Japan
The Department of War today announced the extension of the Pilot Health Insurance Enhancement for DOW Civilian Employees in Japan, reaffirming the department’s commitment to improving access to medical care for its overseas workforce, and adding interpreter support.
Lapse in Federal Appropriations
The most recent appropriations for the Department of War expired at 11:59 p.m. EST on September 30, 2025. Military personnel will continue in a normal duty status without pay until such time as a continuing resolution or appropriations are passed by Congress and signed into law. Civilian personnel not engaged in excepted activities will be placed in a non-work, non-pay status. Visit www.dha.mil/shutdown for more information.
The Military Health System is an interconnected network of service members whose mission is to support the lives and families of those who support our country. Everyday in the MHS advancements are made in the lab, in the field, and here at home. These are just a few articles highlighting those accomplishments that don't always make it to the front page of local papers.
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At the request of the Government of Jamaica and under the direction of U.S. Southern Command, U.S. Marines and Sailors from the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit have commenced foreign humanitarian assistance operations in response to Hurricane Melissa, which struck the region on Oct. 28, 2025.
Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point celebrated the Sailors and civilians of its Physical Therapy Team and their efforts to keep the “Warfighter in the Fight” aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point during October, 2025.
Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital held a change of responsibility ceremony Oct. 24 on Spike Field at the Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Polk, marking the transition of senior enlisted leadership from Command Sgt. Maj. Larry D. White II to Command Sgt. Maj. Victor M. Contreras Jr.
Uniformed Services University graduate draws on military medical training to support troopers and first responders after Pennsylvania shooting
A native of Amarillo, Texas, Hospital Corpsman Second Class Kayla Pahl has brought more than ten years of Navy experience to her current role in recruiting, where she provides prospective Sailors with firsthand insight into the Hospital Corpsman rating.
Petty Officer 2nd Class Kristy Fricks, Houston MEPS medical specialist, continues to have a year of achievements while at USMEPCOM.
Do you get prescription drugs through the TRICARE Pharmacy Program? You may have new copayments starting Jan. 1, 2026.
TRICARE Open Season begins today, Nov. 10! Starting today, you have the opportunity to make changes to your TRICARE plan. This year’s open season lasts through Tuesday, Dec. 9. This is your annual chance to sign up for a health plan or change your coverage. Any changes you make will go into effect on Jan. 1, 2026.
As 2025 comes to a close, now is the time to start thinking about your family’s health care options for next year. You should know that your TRICARE health plan costs will change starting Jan. 1, 2026. Depending on your plan, these costs may include enrollment fees, premiums, cost-shares, and copayments.
The Military Health System will continue to provide health care during a government lapse in appropriations. There may be some effects on the delivery of health care services within military hospitals and clinics. Contact your hospital or clinic to confirm hours of operations and services provided.
Leaders at Munson Army Health Center welcomed team members from the Topeka-based VA Eastern Kansas Health Care System and Leavenworth’s Dwight D. Eisenhower VA Medical Center to Fort Leavenworth, Sept. 17.
Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command Yokosuka, Japan, conducted a large-scale mass casualty drill Sept. 23, testing its ability to triage, treat and transport multiple simulated patients during a crisis.
The Defense Health Agency has recognized a ‘Patient Champion’ at Womack Army Medical Center. Lt. Col. Kim MacNeilly, Deputy Commander for Quality and Safety at Womack, has been awarded the DHA Patient Champion Certificate for her work at the facility.
Subject matter experts from across Navy Medicine assembled at NMRLC Detachment Fort Detrick to conduct an Authorized Medical Allowance List review in support of large deck amphibious ships, Sept. 22-25.
When Jiayu Shao raised his right hand in June to take the oath of office, he wasn’t just becoming a U.S. Air Force officer—he was fulfilling a dream decades in the making. After immigrating to the United States in 2001, Shao began his journey at the Uniformed Services University as a research trainee.
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