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Migration of MTF websites to TRICARE.mil complete

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2/12/2021
Three military personnel, wearing masks, sitting at a desk and typing on laptops

The goal is providing facility personnel and MTF recipients with a comprehensive source of information in an easily accessible, centralized location.

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Fort Belvoir nursing chiefs in unique position as African Americans

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2/11/2021
Two military personnel, wearing masks, in a meeting

Fort Belvoir team shares decades of experience in military medicine.

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Navy Lt. stresses importance of being proactive during winter training

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2/10/2021
Marines march during a cold weather leadership course

MCMWTC is the "real deal."

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COVID-19 vaccinations reaching smaller clinics, facilities

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2/10/2021
Image of a military healthcare worker holding a vaccine needle. Click to open a larger version of the image.

The pace of vaccinations should accelerate as the FDA approves newer vaccines for use.

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A ‘holistic framework’ for Total Force Fitness through 2021

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2/8/2021
Three military personnel, dress in gym gear, exercising with medicine balls.

Total Force Fitness is being re-introduced in 2021 by all branches of the military, to include an emphasis on holistic training that goes far beyond physical fitness.

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DOD COVID-19 vaccine roll-out continues, eye on long-term readiness

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2/4/2021
Soldier getting a vaccine in his left arm

The impact of the COVID-19 vaccines on military readiness is unknown, but members are encouraged to get the shots as soon as they become available.

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Blood donations remain vital for Service Member care

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2/3/2021
Man walking with assistance at a PT clinic

Putting a human face on the act of giving blood could help drive blood donations. And first-tme donors often become sustaining donors.

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COVID-19 presents challenges to heart health, physical fitness

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2/1/2021
Four military personnel, wearing masks, running on a track

Because of COVID-19 shutdowns, the overall health of both military personnel and beneficiaries has taken a hit over the last year.

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DOD experts explain: The science behind the COVID-19 vaccines

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2/1/2021
Medical personnel in PPE, conducting lab tests

Six weeks after the first vaccines were approved for emergency use authorization in the U.S., there is much more to know about the vaccine products developed against COVID-19.

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Social fitness can impact overall health and readiness

Article
1/28/2021
Five Cyclists riding on the road

Social fitness, one of the total Force Fitness framework’s eight domains, is an important element to holistic health.

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Mentoring advice from a Navy senior chief

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1/27/2021
Two military personnel, wearing masks, sitting at a desk talking

A Navy senior chief petty officer shares his secrets to being a successful mentor.

Spirituality: Chaplains play important role in overall fitness

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1/27/2021
Woman, wearing mask and prayer shawl, standing on a stage and lighting candles. There are two military personnel in the pews

Navy Capt. Raymond Houk, Chaplain for Navy Medicine, says spiritual fitness and support is integral to the mission

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DOD vaccinating personnel worldwide against COVID-19

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1/26/2021
Image of two soldiers, wearing masks: one is getting a vaccine in his left arm. Click to open a larger version of the image.

One-month update of COVID-19 distribution and administration efforts to DOD personnel.

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MHS looks to decrease substance abuse, as numbers rose in 2020

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1/22/2021
Shadowed image of person sitting at a desk with their head down

Alcohol use remains high in the military, but treatment for substance abuse is evolving.

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MHS Transformation results continue during COVID-19

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1/21/2021
Military personnel in a supply room, reaching for the top shelf

The MTF transition has enabled the DHA and the Services to increase standardization, eliminate duplicative contracts, and realize cost efficiencies by beginning the management of an enterprise-wide program.

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