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JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. — U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Andrew L. Landers, commanding general of Medical Readiness Command, Pacific, and director of Defense Health Network Indo-Pacific, speaks to Madigan Army Medical Center staff during a town hall in Letterman Auditorium at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, Aug. 27, 2026. During the event, Landers emphasized readiness, warfighter support, and patient care.

Landers highlights readiness, warfighter support during Madigan town hall

Sept. 01, 2026

Landers discussed coordination to ensure organizations can support casualty-receiving missions while continuing to provide safe, reliable care to beneficiaries.


A baby smiles inside the Sounder facility after the annual Team McChord holiday tree lighting ceremony at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, Dec. 5, 2024. The event moved from the ceremony outside to the nearby Sounders facility where children enjoyed arts and crafts, pictures with Santa, and other holiday activities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Benjamin Riddle)

TRICARE childbirth and breastfeeding support demonstration extended through 2031

Sept. 01, 2026

Extending the CBSD helps us continue to evaluate how these providers support our pregnant beneficiaries.


YOKOSUKA, Japan (June 17, 2026) — Sailors assigned to the U.S. Naval Hospital Yokosuka Dental Department pose with their Kaizen board. From left, Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Bowen, Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Harris, Hospitalman Ruiz and Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Schwander earned first place in USNMRTC Yokosuka’s “Most Creative Kaizen Board” competition. Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Cedillos and Hospitalman Willis are not pictured. (U.S. Navy photo by Daniel Taylor, USNMRTC Yokosuka Public Affairs)

Joint Commission SAFEST Report highlights USNH Yokosuka best practices during 2026 survey

Sept. 01, 2026

This recognition reflects the daily commitment of our clinicians, staff, and support personnel to provide safe, high-quality care for every patient we serve.


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Video: Small Business Administration Seed Fund Week SBIR 101

Aug. 31, 2026

Find out how these programs support small business research and commercialization.


A U.S. Air Force technical sergeant, 172nd Airlift Wing, marshals an aircraft at Karup Air Base, Denmark, June 18, 2026. The wing was recognized as one of 13 military programs for their commitment and innovation in outstanding suicide prevention efforts to save lives at the 2026 Suicide Prevention Recognition Ceremony Sept. 2 at the Pentagon, presented by Defense Suicide Prevention Office. The programs’ “efforts and resourcefulness create changes that will leave a positive impact on military members and their families,” said Dr. Alicia Matteson, acting director of DSPO. (Photo by Master Sgt. Sarah McClanahan)

13 military programs to be honored for outstanding suicide prevention efforts

Aug. 28, 2026

These units and organizations are recognized for exceptional leadership in suicide prevention, peer connectedness, and enhancing unit readiness.


This initiative aims to learn directly from patients to help shape updates to an existing clinical practice guideline. These guidelines inform treatment across military and veteran communities.

Provide feedback on clinical practice guidelines in joint patient focus groups: Lower back pain

Aug. 27, 2026

Clinicians will use this guideline to provide evidence-based care for lower back pain.


Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital pediatricians and Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University physician assistant students gather in the Pediatric Clinic at Fort Polk, Louisiana, Aug. 26. From left are Maj. Benjamin H. Tan, chief of the Department of Pediatrics; Capt. Kiara Schein; PA student Miya Browning; PA student Tayler Hooper; and Capt. Hailey Buller. Browning and Hooper completed a required pediatric clinical rotation at BJACH Aug. 3-27 under the supervision of the pediatric team. BJACH has partnered with FranU since 2019 to provide clinical learning opportunities for future healthcare professionals.

Small hospital, big classroom: BJACH helps train tomorrow’s healthcare professionals

Aug. 27, 2026

In the military, it is the bedrock to make sure students fresh out of training are equipped to lead and care for patients.


Thirty-one Soldiers recently graduated in Class 26-009 from the U.S. Army Practical Nurse Course at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, preparing them for the 68C military occupational specialty. They will now take their skills to the field as team members of the frontline of military medical care to enhance force readiness throughout the Department of War's Military Health System.

Soldiers graduate from Practical Nurse Course at Walter Reed

Aug. 26, 2026

Soldiers graduated from the U.S. Army Practical Nurse Course at Walter Reed during a ceremony.


Representatives from Knappschaft Kliniken GmbH meet with Landstuhl Regional Medical Center personnel during a visit to LRMC, Sept. 19, 2026. During the meeting, representatives discussed opportunities to enhance cooperation, better understand each organization’s medical capabilities and strengthen coordination for the care of patients requiring specialized trauma and other complex medical services. Knappschaft Kliniken GmbH is a German hospital network comprising 12 acute care hospitals and several rehabilitation clinics in North Rhine-Westphalia and Saarland, with facilities ranging from local to supra-regional trauma centers and specialized capabilities for treating severe burn injuries. The engagement supports continued collaboration between LRMC and German civilian medical partners and strengthens relationships that contribute to continuity of care throughout the region. (DoD Photo by Travis Jones)

LRMC strengthens medical partnership with Knappschaft Kliniken

Aug. 26, 2026

Both LRMC and Knappschaft Kliniken share a common goal: providing quality care that helps patients recover and return to their normal lives.


TRICARE has you covered worldwide. Understanding your coverage options helps you stay prepared for any health issues that might come up.

Know the differences in how TRICARE works in the U.S. vs. overseas

Aug. 25, 2026

This service can help you decide if you need immediate care, or if your condition can wait until you return home.