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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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The 27th Special Operations Medical Group Introduces Specialty Medical Care with the Circuit Riders Program

Article Around MHS
1/29/2024
The 27th SOMDG introduced the Circuit Riders Program to bring in specialty healthcare providers to Cannon AFB.

The 27th Special Operations Medical Group is addressing limited medical specialty care by bringing certified medical specialists to Cannon Air Force Base with the Circuit Rider Program.

Medical Center Breaks New Medical Ground in Thyroid Treatment Therapy

Article Around MHS
1/29/2024
Surgical monitor displays progress of thyroid ablation procedure at the Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center January 12, 2024. (Department of Defense photo by Kyle Harvey)

Talented physicians from the Ear, Nose, and Throat Medical Service Team at the Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center (ATAMMC) achieved a significant milestone by successfully performing one of the first thyroid nodule ablations in the military health system. This groundbreaking procedure showcases the team's extensive training and proficiencies, and represents a major advancement in the field of thyroid medical treatment.

Ask the Doc: What’s Up with all the Personal Questions my Doctors Ask?

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1/26/2024
Ask the Doc: What’s Up with all the Personal Questions my Doctors Ask?

Our expert, U.S. Army Lt. Col. (Dr.) Peter Armanas, explains why you are asked personal questions about your physical and mental health at doctors’ appointments.

Explore What TRICARE Covers

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1/26/2024
Explore What TRICARE Covers

TRICARE offers comprehensive coverage to help you get and stay healthy. Knowing what’s included in this coverage can help you make the most of your benefit and avoid unexpected costs.

Protect Against RSV

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1/26/2024
Protect Against Respiratory Viruses

Protect yourself against Respiratory Viruses.

Seasonal Respiratory Viruses Infographic

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1/26/2024
Protect Against Respiratory Viruses

Protect Yourself Against Respiratory Viruses. Masking is an important tool for preventing respiratory viruses. Scan the QR Code for more information.

Protect Against RSV 2

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1/26/2024
Protect Against Respiratory Viruses

Protect Yourself Against Seasonal Respiratory Viruses.

Seasonal Respiratory Viruses Infographic 2

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1/26/2024
Protect Against Respiratory Viruses

Protect Yourself Against Respiratory Viruses. Scan the QR Code for more information.

Conquering Winter Blues: A Personal Triumph

Article Around MHS
1/26/2024
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Kaitlin Castillo, 51st Fighter Wing Public Affairs journeyman, poses for a portrait illustrating seasonal affective disorder at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Jan. 17, 2024. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration by Senior Airman Kaitlin Castilo)

When the hustle and bustle of the holiday season begins to slow, a silent snowfall signals the start of another isolated winter night. This is sometimes known as seasonal depression or seasonal affective disorder.

Dietetics and Dietitians: At the Intersection of Food and Medicine

Article Around MHS
1/25/2024
Just about everyone has a connection with food. It’s a fundamental need, and there’s a science to food that can help people. Dr. Jonathan Scott, Uniformed Services University professor, goes over a recipe with a group of students at the USU culinary lab. The small dining room at USU is used for this experiential opportunity. (Photo courtesy of Dr. Jonathan Scott)

Nutrition is more important than ever, and there’s a science to food that can help people. Dr. Jonathan Scott, assistant professor of Military and Emergency Medicine at the Uniformed Services University, discusses the benefits of dietetics and nutrition.

Ask the Doc: What are the New Rules for Blood Donations?

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1/25/2024
U.S. Army Spc. Saif Al Bayati, a medic with the 173rd Brigade Support Battalion, donates blood during the annual Armed Services Blood Program blood drive held at Caserma del Din, Vicenza, Italy, on Sept. 11, 2023. Sponsored by the 173rd Airborne Brigade, Vicenza Red Cross, and USAG Italy, all blood donated to ASBP stays within the military and goes to forward-deployed throughout Europe and Africa, Special Forces, and patients in military hospitals or clinics. Learn how weigh in on new blood donation eligibility, what you can do if you can’t donate blood, and how your actions save lives. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Alisha Grezlik)

Our experts weigh in on new blood donation eligibility, what you can do if you can’t donate blood, and how your actions save lives.

From Patient to Provider: One Sailor's Brain Health Journey

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1/24/2024
From Patient to Provider: One Sailor's Brain Health Journey

Timothy Bleigh clearly recalls when the bomb went off. The Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) tactical vehicle he was in with five Marines flipped several times through the air before it landed partly on its roof. He was near the end of his first tour in Afghanistan, assigned to a Marine personal security detachment, when the improvised explosive device detonated. Now a newly-commissioned Navy ensign and first-year medical student at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU), Bleigh shares his story and reflects on how his difficult recovery, which included a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), influenced how he approaches patient care. The video also includes an interview with Dr. Dengler, the director of the Military Traumatic Brain Injury Initiative. Read the article: https://news.usuhs.edu/2022/08/new-usu-medical-student-uses-purple.html

Two Different Roads, One Common Destination for Naval Medical Center San Diego Pharmacists

Article Around MHS
1/24/2024
U.S. Public Health Service Lt. Catherine Bobea and U.S. Navy Lt. Andre Burnett may have had different ways to become pharmacists, but both ended up at the Naval Medical Center San Diego . (Courtesy Photo)

For National Pharmacist Day Jan. 12, the Naval Medical Center San Diego recognized two pharmacists whose parallel trajectory led them to serving in one of the hospital’s most relied upon departments by beneficiaries who expect a precision and expediency that leaves zero room for complacency.

4 Reminders About Getting Care With TRICARE For Life

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1/23/2024
4 Reminders About Getting Care With TRICARE For Life

Do you have TRICARE For Life? Knowing how Medicare coverage works can help you avoid unexpected costs. Learn about getting care with Medicare and TRICARE For Life.

TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for San Diego County in California due to Flooding

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1/23/2024
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for San Diego County in California due to Flooding

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in San Diego County, California, may receive emergency prescription refills now through Feb. 2, 2024, due to flooding.

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