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Military Health System Announces Media Relations Award Winners
The Military Health System Communications and Public Affairs Division announced on June 4, 2025, the winner of the 2024 Kevin M. Dwyer Memorial Media Relations Awards.
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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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This update of infertility surveillance, analysis and reporting provides more recent estimates of infertility diagnosis incidence and prevalence of among active component U.S. service women. MSMR has published the incidence and prevalence of diagnosed female infertility among active component women since 2000, with assessments of annual rates of fertility testing since 2019.
This report on sepsis hospitalizations among service women is in response to studies of sepsis among active component U.S. military members that have shown markedly increased rates of sepsis hospitalizations, especially among women, among whom rates are higher than male service members as well as the general U.S. population.
This report highlights trends in birth control methods self-reported by female active duty sailors and marines, providing insights into service women’s birth control preferences and behaviors in addition to available clinical data.
Monthly update on reportable medical events at Military Health System facilities through week 9, ending March 1, 2025.
This cross-sectional study examines univariate associations of self-reported recurring headache with demographics and women’s health characteristics.
This study applies the same methods as study of 10 million U.S. women to reveal trends in cervical cancer screening among active component service women in response to 2012 guideline changes and compares Military Health System trends to reported trends in the U.S. population.
The Military Health System Awards recognized excellence in military medicine during a ceremony at the 2025 MHS Conference held in Cleveland, Ohio, on April 30.
U.S. Navy Petty Officer First Class Jonathan Shumaker, Uniformed Services University non-commissioned officer, is recognized for outstanding service to the Department of Defense.
For Mental Health Awareness Month in May, Acting Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs Dr. Stephen Ferrara shares how the Department of Defense is building a culture where seeking mental health care is not only accepted—it’s fully supported.
The 2025 Military Health System Conference kicked off April 29 in Cleveland, Ohio, with the theme “Future of Military Medicine: Integrated, Innovative, Ready.”
Military and civilian planners from the United States and six partner nations met this week in Norfolk, Virginia, to make final plans for the upcoming Continuing Promise 2025 deployment.
Medical Readiness Command, Pacific (MRC, P) held a Change of Command ceremony, welcoming its new commander, U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Deydre Teyhen, and honoring the outgoing commander, U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Bill Soliz, for his exceptional service. The ceremony was attended by distinguished guests, military personnel, and civilian staff, marking a significant transition in leadership for the command.
When a civilian collapsed from cardiac arrest at a busy U.S. Air Force dining facility, it wasn’t just a medical emergency — it was a moment that showcased the life-saving power and purpose of military health professionals.
Acting Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs Dr. Stephen Ferrara visited Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center on April 17, where he met with hospital leadership, toured key departments, and hosted a town hall for staff.
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth signed a memorandum on April 24, 2025, directing a comprehensive review of medical conditions to ensure recruits meet the high physical and mental standards required for service.
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