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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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Patient Safety Professional Course (PSPC) [Feb 2023 Wk2]

Calendar Event
7/11/2023

The Patient Safety Professional Course or PSPC is a highly interactive course designed for new patient safety managers who have been in their role for less than one year.

Patient Safety Professional Course (PSPC) [Feb 2023 Wk1]

Calendar Event
7/11/2023

The Patient Safety Professional Course or PSPC is a highly interactive course designed for new patient safety managers who have been in their role for less than one year.

Bugapalooza

Calendar Event
7/11/2023

Kick off the Military Health System's 2023 Bug Week and join NMHM staff and DOD presenters to discover which bugs are bizarre, beneficial, or downright deadly. Learn how to battle the bugs or use them to your advantage. This program is free and open to the public for all ages. Bug costumes are encouraged! Call (301) 319-3312 for more information.

Military Medical Innovation - The Future is Here

Calendar Event
7/11/2023

Military medical innovations are changing the way health care is delivered in the Military Health System. During this family-friendly Health Innovation Month event, visit with Department of Defense experts as they showcase the latest in virtual reality, medical simulation, and much more.

TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Grant County in Washington due to Baird Springs Fire

Article
7/11/2023
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers  for Grant County in Washington due to Baird Springs Fire

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency (DHA) announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in Grant County, Washington may receive emergency prescription refills now through July 21 due to the Baird Springs Fire.

TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Six New York Counties due to Flooding

Article
7/10/2023
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Six New York Counties due to Flooding

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in six New York counties may receive emergency prescription refills now through July 20 due to flooding.

TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Vermont due to Flooding

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7/10/2023
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Vermont due to Flooding

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in Vermont may receive emergency prescription refills now through July 20 due to flooding.

Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center Welcomes New Leader

Article
7/10/2023
The passing of the unit colors takes place during at transfer of directorship ceremony held at the Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center at Fort Belvoir on July 5. Pictured from the left are U.S. Army Col. Elba Villacorta, the new director of the ATAMMC, U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Anne Swap, former director of the National Capital Medical Directorate, and U.S. Army Col. Kathy Spangler, outgoing director of the ATAMMC.

U.S. Army Col. Elba M. Villacorta was named July 5 as the new director of Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center, formerly known as Fort Belvoir Community Hospital.

DHA Comptroller Health Certification Program Will Build Talent Pool

Article
7/8/2023
DHA Comptroller Health Certification Program Will Build Talent Pool

Defense Health Agency’s new comptroller certification looks to attract officers who want to move into financial management at military treatment facilities.

TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Mason County in Washington due to Wildfire

Article
7/6/2023
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Mason County in Washington due to Wildfire

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency (DHA) announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in Mason County, Washington may receive emergency prescription refills now through July 16 due to wildfire.

TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Three Counties in Illinois due to Storm Damage

Article
7/3/2023
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Three Counties in Illinois due to Storm Damage

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency (DHA) announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in three counties in Illinois may receive emergency prescription refills now through July 13 due to storm damage.

TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Skamania County in Washington due to Tunnel Five Wildfire

Article
7/3/2023
TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Skamania County in Washington due to Tunnel Five Wildfire

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency (DHA) announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in Skamania County, Washington may receive emergency prescription refills now through July 13 due to the Tunnel Five Wildfire.

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center Performs Historic First Single-Port Robotic Surgery

Article
7/3/2023
U.S. Navy Lt. Cmdr. (Dr.) Brandon R. Garren, the service chief of the Department of Urology at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, poses for a photo in the operating room. The center recently implemented a single-port robotic surgical system. (Photo: Ricardo Reyes-Guevara, Department of Defense).

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center unveiled its new single-port robotic surgical system, becoming the first Department of Defense facility and the first military hospital in the National Capital Region to use the newly Food and Drug Administration approved medical device.

Reportable Medical Events, Military Health System Facilities, Week 22, Ending June 3, 2023

Article
7/1/2023
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A monthly report published by MSMR of the most recently available data on reportable medical events in the Military Health System.

Absolute and Relative Morbidity Burdens Attributable to Various Illnesses and Injuries Among Non-Service Member Beneficiaries of the Military Health System, 2022

Article
7/1/2023
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This report represents an updated summary of care provided to non-service members in the MHS during calendar year 2022. MHS beneficiaries are diverse and heterogeneous, including active component service members, activated National Guard and Reserve service members, active component immediate family, retirees, and their family members, with differing demographics, enrollment, and utilization patterns.

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