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New ERASE program aims to save lives through early cardiac risk detection
April 23, 2025
— The ERASE program, led by Dr. M. Alaric Franzos, is a pilot initiative aimed at reducing sudden cardiac arrest in military personnel through early ECG screening at basic training and service academies. Reviving a previously discontinued practice, the program uses modern technology and data to identify hidden cardiac risks and improve medical readiness. With promising early results, ERASE could shape future Department of Defense screening policy...
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Air Force empowers Airmen through continuous improvement Green Belt Certification
March 24, 2025
— The Air Force’s Continuous Improvement and Innovation, or CI2, program equips Airmen with Lean Six Sigma tools to enhance efficiency and mission readiness. Through Green Belt certification, Airmen complete online training and lead process improvement projects to streamline operations. This initiative fosters a culture of innovation, ensuring the Air Force maximizes resources and maintains operational excellence...
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The heartbeat of the clinic: 59th Medical Wing cardiology pumps out awards
March 21, 2025
— Three members of the 59th Medical Wing’s cardiology clinic were recognized in January for their dedication and versatility, earning group-level awards for their contributions to patient care...
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Military health, readiness improved through collaboration with small business
October 17, 2023
— The Air Force initiated the Versatile Injury Prevention and Embedded Reconditioning program and partnered with TayCo Brace to develop the XAB (eXternal Ankle Brace). This innovative brace offers better range of motion and comfort, reduces recovery time, and can be worn over combat boots or athletic shoes...
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Department of the Air Force takes action on barriers to mental health, wellness, resilience
July 31, 2023
— The Fortify the Force Initiative Team, championed by the Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force and Chief Master Sergeant of the Space Force, had volunteers from myriad functional communities working to promote holistic wellness and address resiliency barriers since early 2022...
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Revised TRICARE Pharmacy Network Begins Dec. 1
December 5, 2016
— Walgreens pharmacies join the TRICARE retail pharmacy network on Dec. 1, 2016. CVS pharmacies, including those in Target stores, will leave the network on the same day. The revised network will have...
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Lactation support group available for new moms
June 30, 2016
— Brooke Army Medical Center will hold the first lactationsupport group from noon to 3 p.m. July 8. Robyn Roche-Paull, the author of “Breast Feeding in CombatBoots” will speak. The BAMC Pediatric Clinic...
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New moms give high marks to SAMMC for labor, delivery care
January 29, 2016
— The San Antonio Military Medical Center Joint Base SanAntonio-Fort Sam Houston remains the Department of Defense’s highest-ratedfacility for maternal-child satisfaction, according to TRICARE Inpatient...
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