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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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Department of Defense and Defense Health Agency MHS GENESIS experts continue to improve the federal electronic health records system for patients and national health care.
U.S. Army Col. Ryan Bible never saw himself being a Department of Defense health care and training leader—just as he didn’t predict much of his military career.
The fall and winter months bring an increased risk of respiratory illnesses, including flu, COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus. Getting your flu shot is an easy way to help ward off illness. The vaccine lowers your chance of getting sick, going to the hospital, or even dying from the flu.
Eye injuries can happen in a split-second while service members are on duty and during recreational activities, which highlights the importance of wearing eye protection to guard against life-altering injuries. The same safeguards apply to veterans.
With TRICARE, you have access to a wide range of preventive care specific to your needs. For women, this includes comprehensive services like an annual well-woman exam.
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency today announced TRICARE Prime beneficiaries in 16 Florida counties may see any provider without a referral from their primary care manager through Oct. 18, 2024, due to hurricanes Helene and Milton.
ALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in Tennessee may receive emergency prescription refills now through Oct. 20, 2024, due to Hurricane Helene.
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in North Carolina may receive emergency prescription refills now through Oct. 20, 2024, due to Hurricane Helene.
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that temporary prescription refill waivers have been expanded and extended for Florida due to hurricanes Helene and Milton.
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in South Carolina may receive emergency prescription refills now through Oct. 20, 2024, due to Hurricane Milton.
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in Georgia may receive emergency prescription refills now through Oct. 20, 2024, due to Hurricane Milton.
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in two New Mexico counties may receive emergency prescription refills now through Oct. 19, 2024, due to the South Fork Fire.
New clinical practice guidelines on the diagnosis and treatment of tinnitus from the Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of Defense tinnitus CPG team will offer better care for patients.
Do you currently live in the West Region? Or, do you live in one of the six states (Arkansas, Illinois, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Texas, Wisconsin) moving to the West Region in 2025? If you pay for your TRICARE coverage via credit card or bank electronic funds transfer, you can now securely give your recurring payment information to the incoming West Region contractor, TriWest Healthcare Alliance.
Health care delivery under new TRICARE contracts starts on Jan. 1, 2025. These new contracts will improve quality and access for beneficiaries in the United States by enhancing referral management and access to specialty care. Learn more about what to expect starting Jan. 1.
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