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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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While numerous programs work to develop strategies to lessen the national suicide rate, a standout in the military community is the Suicide Care, Prevention, and Research Initiative at the Uniformed Services University.
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On Sept. 28, 2023, Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin released a memo directing urgent actions to address suicide in the military community, building upon two years of significant work towards suicide prevention across the Department of Defense.
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When a soldier experienced a medical emergency at the base pool in Baumholder, Germany on Aug. 2, 2023, two 30th Medical Brigade soldiers attending qualification for the German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge saved his life.
The Defense Health Agency (DHA) announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in Virginia may receive emergency prescription refills now through Oct. 3, 2023, due to the tropical storm.
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency (DHA) announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in Maryland may receive emergency prescription refills now through Oct. 3, 2023, due to the tropical storm.
Growing up, The Hunt for Red October, a thrilling 1990s cinematic adventure starring Alec Baldwin as CIA analyst Jack Ryan, captured the attention and imagination of U.S. Navy Lt. Claire Burke, who briefly flirted with the idea of becoming an intelligence analyst before pursing her naval nursing career.
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency (DHA) announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in North Carolina may receive emergency prescription refills now through Oct. 2, 2023, due to the Tropical Storm.
Resources on suicide prevention the entire military family can use.
In a world where strength, resilience, and dedication to service often go unnoticed, one U.S. Army Reserve medic stood tall and strong at this year's Army Reserve Best Warrior Competition. Meet U.S. Army Cpl. Michael Glosemeyer, a skilled health care provider who became the embodiment of courage and determination as he stepped out of his comfort zone to participate in a competition designed for the fiercest warriors in the Army Reserve.
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