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DOD recommends adults 75 and older should seek COVID-19 vaccine

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1/19/2021

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This age recommendation differs slightly from that of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which recommends vaccinations for those 65 and older.

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Medical mentoring fosters retention, improved health care delivery

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1/19/2021

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Naval medical officer mentoring continues across career in a variety of modalities.

COVID-19 hinders blood donations during National Blood Donor Month

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1/14/2021

Navy Capt. R. Wade Blizzard, commanding officer of U.S. Navy Support Facility Diego Garcia, donates blood for the Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Units Diego Garcia walking blood bank on Dec. 17, 2020. The walking blood bank is a list of eligible donors who can provide blood in case of emergency. (U.S. Navy photo by Navy Seaman Apprentice Stevin Atkins)

Life-saving blood is in high-demand by the Armed Services Blood Program, as the COVID-19 has negatively impacted donations.

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MHS refractive surgery experts discuss warfighter readiness

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1/13/2021

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Refractive surgery is any surgery that eliminates the need for glasses or contact lenses.

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COVID presents new set of challenges for DOD environmental health

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1/12/2021

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One of the most important factors to take into account when maintaining one’s overall fitness is physical environment.

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Mentoring builds strong bonds and a network of support

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1/11/2021

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January serves as National Mentoring Month.

MTF facilities, markets set to resume transition heading into 2021

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1/6/2021

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Butler says transition on track.

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MHS operational innovations continue in battle against COVID-19

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1/5/2021

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MHS innovations in 2020 include a new registry for real-time COVID-19 data and a system to free up hospital beds and protect patients from the disease.

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5 Tips for Better Data Privacy

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1/4/2021

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Your privacy matters! Don’t be a target of data theft. Protect what’s yours by following these easy steps.

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8 Easy New Year’s Resolution Ideas for a Healthy Mind, Body, and Spirit

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1/4/2021

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Are you trying to get motivated to stick to a New Year’s Resolution? New Year’s is a perfect opportunity to catch up on things that you have been putting off. Set simple achievable goals for success.

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5 Ideas for Nature Bathing in Winter

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1/4/2021

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Nature bathing? It’s a thing and comes with numerous benefits. It’s simply spending time outdoors and immersing yourself in nature. But, how does one enjoy nature bathing with Jack Frost nipping at your nose?

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DHA’s IT innovation continues during COVID-19 pandemic

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12/31/2020

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IT innovations keep pace despite COVID-19 road blocks.

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Health literacy focuses on empowering patients to engage in their care

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12/30/2020

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How patient-doctor communication improves the health care experience.

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MTFs respond to COVID-19 with increased telehealth, drive-thrus

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12/29/2020

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COVID MTF innovations include more virtual health options and drive thrus.

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Protecting the Force: How the MHS helped sustain readiness in the face of COVID

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12/23/2020

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The Military Health System is reviewing how it kept warfighters mission-ready and units online in 2020 during the ongoing pandemic.

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DOD recommends adults 75 and older should seek COVID-19 vaccine

Medical mentoring fosters retention, improved health care delivery

COVID-19 hinders blood donations during National Blood Donor Month

MHS refractive surgery experts discuss warfighter readiness

COVID presents new set of challenges for DOD environmental health

Mentoring builds strong bonds and a network of support

MTF facilities, markets set to resume transition heading into 2021

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5 Tips for Better Data Privacy

8 Easy New Year’s Resolution Ideas for a Healthy Mind, Body, and Spirit

5 Ideas for Nature Bathing in Winter

DHA’s IT innovation continues during COVID-19 pandemic

Health literacy focuses on empowering patients to engage in their care

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