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TRICARE: Explore available counseling and mental health services
September 11, 2025 — Are you a service member, family member, or survivor? Your TRICARE benefit covers a variety of mental health services. But did you know there are other counseling services available to you? This article explores what services you can access if you need support... MORE

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Q&A: TRICARE For Life coverage of weight loss medications
September 9, 2025 — The Defense Health Agency recently announced it will implement existing regulatory controls regarding TRICARE coverage of weight loss medications, including Glucagon-Like Peptide 1 (GLP-1) drugs, to ensure prescription processing aligns with federal coverage requirements... MORE

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The search is over! Defense Health Agency unveils findDHA — a dynamic, online search tool
September 8, 2025 — The Defense Health Agency launched a new online, interactive tool, findDHA, which allows users to search for DHA locations around the globe. Finding a DHA facility has never been easier... MORE

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Identifying warning signs of suicide on social media
September 5, 2025 — If someone you know makes comments about suicide or expresses emotional pain online, always take them seriously. Whether it's a single post or multiple, do not ignore them... MORE

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Unlock your health by understanding the TRICARE Prime referral process
August 26, 2025 — Do you have TRICARE Prime? If so, you likely get most of your routine health care from your primary care manager. But sometimes, you may need specialty care that your PCM can’t provide. This is when your PCM will give you a referral... MORE

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How TRICARE covers breastfeeding supplies and services
August 21, 2025 — Are you pregnant or did you recently have a baby? TRICARE covers certain breast pumps and supplies and breastfeeding counseling at no cost for new mothers... MORE

TRICARE medical vs. dental coverage: Understanding key differences
August 21, 2025 — When you need care for your mouth, jaw, or teeth, you may have questions about whether you should use your TRICARE medical or dental plan. Knowing when to use your medical or dental coverage helps avoid unnecessary costs or delays in care... MORE

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Medicare and TRICARE For Life: Finding providers
August 18, 2025 — If you have TRICARE For Life, you’ll get health care from Medicare providers. Here’s what you need to know about finding different types of Medicare providers... MORE

How a death in the family may affect your TRICARE coverage
August 12, 2025 — When a family member passes away, it can feel overwhelming to deal with paperwork on top of the emotional burden. This article provides a few steps you should take in the weeks following your family member’s death. Taking these steps can help ensure your coverage continues without interruption... MORE

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Get your child ready for the new school year: A TRICARE Parent’s Guide
August 11, 2025 — Getting your child’s health care needs taken care of before school starts helps ensure they’re ready to focus on learning. TRICARE covers the essential services that parents need to check off their back-to-school list... MORE

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TRICARE coverage of weight loss medications: What to know
August 7, 2025 — Understanding the difference between TRICARE plans and coverage is key to knowing what to expect when filling your prescription. There are different rules about how TRICARE covers these drugs based on your plan... MORE

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TRICARE coverage for National Guard and Reserve members: Know your options
August 1, 2025 — Are you or your sponsor in the National Guard or Reserve? Your health coverage changes when activating or deactivating. Here’s what you need to know... MORE

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Unlock your health: Check your TRICARE information in DEERS today
July 30, 2025 — When was the last time you looked to see if your information in the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System is up to date? If it’s been a while, it’s extremely important to take time and log in to DEERS to review or update your information... MORE

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TRICARE logins: Know how to access portals, manage your benefit
July 29, 2025 — Whether you need to make an appointment, check a claim, or download forms, knowing where to log in can make using your TRICARE benefits easier. Today’s Military Health System relies on multiple online platforms — each with a specific purpose. Understanding them, and how they’re evolving, can help you make the most of your health coverage... MORE

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Your TRICARE Pharmacy Program benefit: Creating a patient-centered military pharmacy experience
July 23, 2025 — Have you recently filled a prescription at a military pharmacy? If so, you may know that military pharmacies have different procedures than civilian pharmacies. When a provider issues a new prescription to a military pharmacy, you need to activate the prescription before a pharmacist fills it. Recently, the Defense Health Agency has developed and updated two tools — Q-Anywhere and ScriptCenters — to make this prescription pickup process easier and more convenient... MORE

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Unlock your health by getting virtual health care at home with TRICARE
July 17, 2025 — Did you know that TRICARE beneficiaries can receive a variety of health care services via virtual health? These services take place through secure video calls, phone appointments, and other technology platforms. TRICARE virtual health coverage includes primary care, urgent care, mental health, and specialty services... MORE

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New to TRICARE? Here’s how to get started with your benefit
July 15, 2025 — Have you recently enlisted in or received a commission to a uniformed service? Or, have you just married a uniformed service member? If you’re new to TRICARE, you may have some questions about how to enroll in a plan, get care, and learn more about your coverage... MORE

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Measles cases on rise in the U.S.: Recognize the symptoms and protect Your family
July 14, 2025 — You may have heard about the ongoing measles outbreak in the U.S. Measles is a highly contagious illness that can cause serious complications. Anyone who isn’t protected against measles can get the illness — and children are especially at risk of getting seriously sick... MORE

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Moving overseas? TRICARE has you covered
July 11, 2025 — If you live outside the U.S., you can get high quality health care through several TRICARE overseas health plans. These plans serve active duty service members, National Guard and Reserve members, military retirees, and family members living overseas... MORE

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Q&A: Getting TRICARE for your newborn baby
July 8, 2025 — Welcoming a new baby to your family is an exciting milestone. Your baby’s health is probably one of your top priorities, so you may be wondering how to get TRICARE coverage for your child. Your child’s date of birth and their sponsor’s status affect what you should do next... MORE