Representing the long-term phase of a @DeptofWar and @NCAA research partnership, the CARE Consortium and “CARE - SALTOS” study follows former #NCAA athletes and U.S. military service academy participants after they move on from college. Full story: health.mil/News/Dvids-Articl…

Meet HM2 Emmanuella Gbogbo, radiologic technologist & leading petty officer of @NHCCherryPoint's radiology department. Gbogbo leads a team providing imaging to assist in the diagnosis & treatment of injuries, returning service members to duty status as soon as possible.

Long before modern military medicine took shape, Brig. Gen. Charles Tripler recognized that battlefield disease was as dangerous as enemy fire. His legacy lives on at Tripler AMC – the flagship hospital of the @USPACOM. health.mil/News/Dvids-Articl…

Diseases transmitted by insects like mosquitos & ticks are known as “vectors”, carrying & transmitting viruses, bacteria, or parasites that cause vector-borne disease. Before you travel, make sure vaccines are current & see if there are any preventive medications available.

News from Around the MHS for the week of Oct. Oct. 12-16, 2026, includes the MHS’s updated mental health resource, the Uniformed Services University awards college credits for corpsmen training, and digital dentistry enhances readiness for medical warriors and warfighters.

When seconds count, ER nurses across the MHS deliver critical, life-saving care in military hospitals and operational environments around the world. To our military ER nurses: thank you for skill and your calm under pressure, keeping our force mission ready.

From day one, @NavyMedicine has stood right beside our Sailors and Marines. From the Revolutionary War to modern hospital ships to front-line combat zones—physicians, nurses, dentists, and hospital corpsmen have healed and saved lives in harm's way. Happy birthday @USNavy!

On October 13, 1775, the Continental Congress established the U.S. Navy, beginning a proud legacy of sea power. Behind every mission or deployment are the @NavyMedicine professionals on the front lines or aboard ships, around the globe. Happy 251st Birthday, @USNavy!

When an explosion struck a local neighborhood, Chief Hospital Corpsman Joseph Toms didn’t hesitate to assist. Drawing directly on his @USNavy training and split-second instincts, Chief Toms rushed toward danger to render emergency care on the scene. med.navy.mil/Media/News/Arti…

Working across language barriers and navigating resource conscious environments, the 915th Forward Resuscitative Surgical Detachment recently partnered with Angolan Armed Forces medical professionals for a Joint Medical Readiness Exercise. army.mil/article/295249/us_a…

The Medical Surveillance Monthly Report, is the peer-reviewed journal of the Armed Forces Health Surveillance Division. MSMR is always seeking high quality, relevant submissions for publication. Direct inquiries for publication to the MSMR Editor. health.mil/Military-Health-T…

"Individualized treatment is key. The focus needs to be on whole-person care." The @DeptVetAffairs and @DeptofWar have released a clinical practice guideline to help clinicians provide improved care for women experiencing perimenopause and menopause. war.gov/News/News-Stories/Ar…

Exercise Ultimate Caduceus 2026 brought together military medical teams, @US_TRANSCOM, @DoD_DHA, & interagency partners, to test global patient movement capabilities. amc.af.mil/News/Article-Disp…

#MedicMonday Pfc. Jeshua Altamirano Padron from the 2nd Cavalry Regiment treats simulated casualties during the 2026 Europe Best Medic Competition. The competitors demonstrated their expertise in a variety of tasks to include prolonged casualty care & rough terrain rescue.

Behind every mission-ready force is an extraordinary team of healthcare professionals supporting warfighter care. Explore the dedication, research, and breakthroughs shaping the future of military medicine. health.mil/News/In-the-Spotl…

Preventive healthcare supports service members and their families. Accessible care like routine well-woman exams, early detection screenings, and mental health support directly powers operational capability. Explore MHS women's resources, here : health.mil/womenshealth

While in field environments downrange, dental treatment is essential to force health. U.S. Special Forces dentist Lt. Col. Jesse Thietten & dental technician Cpl. Diego Valdez met with @usairforce medics at @peterson_ussf to share dentistry techniques. dvidshub.net/image/9888383/a…

The Breast Health Clinic at @WomackAMC is bringing in-house genetic testing directly to patients with a non-invasive cheek swab. Analyzing 47 key cancer-related genes, means quicker proactive care and better outcomes. dvidshub.net/news/560406/wom…

News from around the Military Health System for the week of Sept. 28-Oct. 2, 2026, includes MHS mental health support for service members, the Idaho Army National Guard conducting rescues, and the Defense Health Network Continental hosting a measles preparedness exercise.