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From Determination to dedication: Staff Sgt. China Ojikutu’s DPAA mission in Laos
December 31, 2024 — The path to a once-in-a-lifetime Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency mission was anything but easy for U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. China Ojikutu, a 59th Medical Wing medic. After three rejections and years of determination, Ojikutu finally achieved her goal of joining a DPAA recovery mission- one dedicated to bringing America’s fallen heroes home to their families...

Department of the Air Force streamlines IT functions
December 31, 2024 — The Department of the Air Force is aligning Headquarters Cyberspace Capabilities Center at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, as a Field Operating Agency to the Office of the Department of the Air Force chief information officer to streamline and consolidate information technology functions effective Dec. 20...

AR-MEDCOM's CSM Hilton: If you feel lonely, 'just reach out'
December 31, 2024 — In a video shot at his home in Weare, New Hampshire, and released on Dec. 26, the senior enlisted advisor to the Army Reserve Medical Command’s commanding general urged Soldiers to reach out to people who care about them when they feel lonely during the winter holidays...

Unlock your health through the MHS Nurse Advice Line
December 31, 2024 — Do you know what to do when you or a family member feel sick, but it’s outside of business hours or it’s the weekend? TRICARE has a service called the Military Health System Nurse Advice Line that can help when you need healthcare guidance...

Navigating change: U.S. Air Force and Space Force Surgeon General discusses transformative leadership
December 31, 2024 — Lt. Gen. John DeGoes, U.S. Air Force and Space Force Surgeon General, discusses transformative leadership and how it is rooted in purposeful communication, adaptability, and a commitment to the Air Force core values. During this time of change in the Air Force Medical Service with ongoing preparations to stand up AFMEDCOM, DeGoes highlights his approach to navigating this organizational change...

Austin, Biden laud former President Carter's leadership, humanity
December 31, 2024 — Americans will remember former President Jimmy Carter for his leadership in office and his distinguished post-presidency, but the Defense Department also honors his sterling service in uniform, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said on Dec. 29. ...

The Defense Health Agency’s E-Caregiver Resource Directory is at your fingertips
December 30, 2024 — The Defense Health Agency's electronic Caregiver Resource Directory provides more than 2,000 trusted resources for caregivers of wounded warriors, accessible within three taps on their mobile phone, their computer, or tablet. Powered by the National Resource Directory, the eCRD streamlines access and supports caregivers through every stage of their journey. ...

Clinician Scientist Investigator Opportunity Network Program (CSION) graduates 2024 class
December 30, 2024 — The Clinician Scientist Investigator Opportunity Network, or CSION, program recently celebrated the graduation of its 2024 class at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. ...

Soldier Recovery Units: Transforming struggle into strength
December 30, 2024 — Most Soldiers don’t know that Soldier Recovery Units exist, at least not until they need one. The Army Recovery Care Program has 14 across the country, including one at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas. Soldiers should always know that ARCP never sleeps, and recovery includes many facets...

The Guard in 2024: Deployments, hurricanes, wildfires and new leadership
December 30, 2024 — The members of the National Guard took part in many missions during a year that saw continued overseas deployments, domestic response operations, training in large-scale exercises and many other events that kept Guard members busy...

Texans not immune to 'Winter Blues'
December 30, 2024 — Understand the difference between Seasonal Affective Disorder and "Winter Blues," and how to combat them. Even residents in temperate climates are susceptible as people spend more and more time indoors...

Get vaccinated with TRICARE: RSV immunizations offer protection for high-risk individuals
December 27, 2024 — Respiratory syncytial virus is a common but potentially dangerous respiratory illness. Immunizations are available to protect TRICARE beneficiaries who are considered high risk from RSV infection. These immunizations help protect older adults and newborns, who face higher risks from respiratory illness...

Preview four changes coming to TRICARE in 2025
December 27, 2024 — With the end of the year approaching, it’s a good time to consider your family’s healthcare needs for the coming year. As you think about things like scheduling preventive care visits and knowing your 2025 TRICARE costs, you should also note some changes coming to TRICARE in 2025...

Army approves tuition assistance increase, adjusts credentialing program
December 27, 2024 — The Army announced policy updates Dec. 20 to a pair of voluntary education programs for active duty, Army Reserve and National Guard Soldiers...

DAF updates waiver policies for asthma, hearing loss, food allergies
December 27, 2024 — The Air Force Accessions Center announced the expansion of medical waiver considerations for multiple medical conditions Nov. 1, which opens up the opportunity for military service to an additional 600 applicants annually...

Forged in resilience: first-ever Chapman Ultra Resistance Run tests limits
December 27, 2024 — The first-ever Chapman Ultra Resilience Run took place at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex on Nov. 16, offering participants a chance to test their physical limits. The event, open to all Department of Defense ID cardholders, featured 10-, 20-, and 30-mile run options...

Air Force Accessions Center early wins pave the way for FY25 success
December 26, 2024 — Within the first week of declaring Initial Operational Capability, personnel at the Air Force Accessions Center demonstrated their ability to adapt quickly to evolving accession requirements, resulting in dozens of highly qualified cadets being notified of a pilot career field selection. ...

Take the scam out of the holiday season
December 19, 2024 — In early November, the Defense Health Agency sent out a cautionary note about a fake website masquerading as the Department of Defense’s electronic health record MHS GENESIS. ...

Senior leaders chart the future of the U.S. Space Force at CSIS
December 19, 2024 — U.S. Space Force senior leaders participated in keynote and panel discussions with industry experts and leaders highlighting the Space Force’s feats since its formation and provided glimpses of what’s next for the service...

New prescription refill system coming to military pharmacies: What To Know
December 19, 2024 — Do you get your prescriptions at a military pharmacy in the U.S.? You should know that the Defense Health Agency is upgrading to a new prescription refill system at military pharmacies. The new Interactive Voice Response system will help standardize refill notices...