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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Aug. 6, 2024
Throughout history, vaccines have been successful in eliminating or reducing the numbers of diseases like smallpox, polio, measles, and tetanus around the world—and they continue to be the best defense against common, sometimes deadly infections, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Aug. 6, 2024
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in 121 Texas counties may receive emergency prescription refills through Aug. 15, 2024, due to Hurricane Beryl.
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Aug. 6, 2024
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in all South Carolina counties may now receive emergency prescription refills through Aug. 14, 2024, due to Tropical Storm Debby.
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Aug. 6, 2024
The Department of Veterans Affairs is advancing efforts to address issues associated with military-related toxic exposure by launching a redesigned Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry.
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Aug. 6, 2024
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in North Carolina may receive emergency prescription refills now through Aug. 16, 2024, due to Tropical Storm Debby.
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Aug. 6, 2024
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center Director U.S. Navy Capt. (Dr.) Melissa Austin awarded command coins to U.S. Army Maj. (Dr.) Carlie Cerne and U.S. Army Capt. Mark DeJesus during a meeting of the hospital’s board of directors on July 16, 2024. Cerne and DeJesus were recognized for providing emergency and lifesaving care on a recent medevac ...
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Aug. 5, 2024
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in 25 South Dakota counties may receive emergency prescription refills now through Aug. 11, 2024, due to severe storms.
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Aug. 5, 2024
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in Deschutes County, Oregon, may receive emergency prescription refills now through Aug. 13, 2024, due to the Mile Marker 132 Fire.
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Aug. 5, 2024
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in 61 Florida counties may now receive emergency prescription refills due to Tropical Storm Debby.
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Aug. 5, 2024
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in eight South Carolina counties may receive emergency prescription refills now through Aug. 14, 2024, due to Tropical Storm Debby.
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Aug. 5, 2024
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in six Nebraska counties may receive emergency prescription refills now through Aug. 11, 2024, due to severe storms.
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Aug. 5, 2024
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in Jefferson County, Colorado may now receive emergency prescription refills through Aug. 12, 2024, due to the Quarry Mountain Fire.
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Aug. 5, 2024
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in Georgia may receive emergency prescription refills now through Aug. 14, 2024, due to Tropical Storm Debby.
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Aug. 5, 2024
Incorporating mental health and wellness checks with the birth month Soldier Readiness Program, is an introduction to behavioral health resources and encourages personal resilience at the Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Polk, Louisiana.
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Aug. 5, 2024
Naval Medical Center San Diego’s Directorate for Public Health celebrates receiving the Navy Surgeon General’s Health Promotion and Wellness Award during morning quarters, July 26, 2024.
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