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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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I Am Navy Medicine – and Victim Advocate – Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Crystal Munns

Article Around MHS
4/15/2024
Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Crystal Munns poses for picture

Service before self has been the guiding principle for Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Crystal Munns during her 10 years in Navy Medicine.

Take A Ride - Patient Shuttle Service Option for Navy Hospital Bremerton to Madigan

Article Around MHS
4/15/2024
Patient Shuttle graphic

When Logistics Specialist Seaman Nicoli Legaspigallego learned he had upcoming medical appointments scheduled at Madigan Army Medical Center, he thought he would have to arrange with his department to get there and back.

Food and Drug Administration Clears First AI Software for Hemorrhage Triage of Combat Casualties

Article Around MHS
4/15/2024
APPRAISE-HRI machine

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has cleared a first-of-its-kind artificial intelligence-powered smartphone application developed by the U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command’s Biotechnology High Performance Computing Software Applications Institute that uses vital-sign data from trauma patients to assess their risk of hemorrhage.

MHS GENESIS: One Year Later at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center

Article Around MHS
4/15/2024
Military personnel at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center

A little over a year ago, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center began a new chapter in military health care by implementing MHS GENESIS, the Department of Defense electronic health record system, and a landmark initiative to transform health service delivery to more than 9.5 million beneficiaries.

Lab Week 2024: Honoring Military Lab Professionals

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4/13/2024
Lab Week 2024: Honoring Military Lab Professionals

The Defense Health Agency recognizes the Military Health System’s many dedicated laboratory professionals during Medical Laboratory Professionals Week, also known as Lab Week, April 14-20. Lab Week is an annual celebration to highlight and show appreciation for medical laboratory professionals and pathologists who play a vital role in every aspect of health care and are committed to improving patient care through innovative research, patient safety, and expertise.

Armed Services Blood Program Thanks Their Donors

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4/12/2024
Armed Services Blood Program Thanks Their Donors

The Armed Services Blood Program has been the sole provider of blood and blood products for military members, their families and veterans since the Korean War. Cpl. Aria Herrera has more on this program and why January is important to them.

Blood Donations Save Lives

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4/12/2024
Blood Donations Save Lives

If you could save three lives in less than an hour, would you? Dr. Lester Martinez-Lopez, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs, encourages everyone to donate blood. One donation can save up to 3 lives and takes less than 1 hour. Readiness is a key focus of the Defense Health Agency and blood donation is a key part of military medical readiness. Please consider signing up to be a regular blood donor today. www.health.mil/militaryblood

January is National Blood Donor Month

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4/12/2024
January is National Blood Donor Month

Blood is being collected to be shipped out all over the world and we have Army, Air Force, Navy and DOD civilians acting as the local community. Now more than ever, especially in the pandemic, we need to donate and give blood as there has been a shortage of blood donors. What better time than on National Blood Donor Month?

Moments in Military Medicine: Blood Donations on the Battlefield

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4/12/2024
Moments in Military Medicine: Blood Donations on the Battlefield

As we wrap up National Blood Donor Month, learn more about the history of blood donations on the battlefield and the incredible work of the Armed Services Blood Program (ASBP).

TRICARE Expands Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers to Eight Parishes in Louisiana due to Storm Damage

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4/12/2024
TRICARE Expands Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers to Eight Parishes in Louisiana due to Storm Damage

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE has expanded the number of Louisiana parishes in which TRICARE beneficiaries may receive emergency prescription refills due to storm damage.

National Collegiate Athletic Association and Uniformed Services University: 10 Years of Sports-Related Concussion Studies Partnership

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4/12/2024
NCAA and Uniformed Services University: 10 Years of Sports-Related Concussion Studies Partnership

USU and NCAA are a decade into their joint concussion partnership and are expanding research into Defense Health Agency centers.

TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Six Texas Counties due to Storm Damage

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4/12/2024
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Six Texas Counties due to Storm Damage

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in six Texas counties may receive emergency prescription refills now through April 21, 2024, due to storm damage.

TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Four Counties in Mississippi due to Storm Damage

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4/12/2024
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Four Counties in Mississippi due to Storm Damage

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in four counties in Mississippi may receive emergency prescription refills now through April 21, 2024, due to storm damage.

Walter Reed Earns Prestigious Baby-Friendly Hospital Redesignation Affirming Its Dedication to Maternal and Infant Health

Article Around MHS
4/12/2024
Baby-Friendly USA logo

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center received their redesignation as a Baby-Friendly hospital, a prestigious international recognition bestowed by Baby-Friendly USA.

TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana, due to Tornado Damage

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4/11/2024
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana, due to Tornado Damage

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana, may receive emergency prescription refills now through April 20, 2024, due to tornado damage.

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