Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones: Get Your Flu Shot With TRICARE

FALLS CHURCH, Va. – As the leaves change and temperatures drop, it's time to think about your health. The fall and winter months bring an increased risk of respiratory illnesses, including flu, COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus. These diseases can make you seriously sick or have you end up in the hospital, so getting your vaccines is important. Getting your flu shot is a simple step that can make a big difference. “Vaccines are powerful tools in...

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DHA Leaders Empowered to Lead Transformative Change to Improve Patient Experience

"The status quo is just not enough—DHA is fundamentally transforming the way we deliver care–enabled by technology—to improve our patients’ and your lives,” said U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Telita Crosland, Director, Defense Health Agency, as she kicked off the DHA Network and MTF Directors Symposium in Leesburg, Virginia. More than 450 attendees—DHA Network directors and leadership teams from military hospitals and clinics from across the globe, along with DHA he...

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Prioritizing your well-being and accessing lifesaving support

For some, self-care can mean being “self-indulgent,” like spending precious time doing frivolous things for yourself. For others, it means engaging in activities that bring joy, the kind that boost both mental and physical well-being. I see self-care as closely tied to well-being. If you enjoy kayaking, the time spent on the water enhances your well-being. Similarly, if you look forward to Sunday brunch with a friend, sharing a meal with someone you care about boosts your sense...

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Fort Leonard Wood warrior restaurants prepare to serve more than 12,000 Thanksgiving meals

FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo. — Fort Leonard Wood plans to hold its traditional Thanksgiving Day celebration Nov. 28 in 10 warrior restaurants across the installation, with meals for service members, as well as a specific time and location for Department of Defense ID cardholders, Gold Star families, retirees and their families.According to Beverly Leggett, Installation Food Program manager, plans are set to serve more than 12,000 meals during the lunch celebration, and 33,000-plus meals througho...

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