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Defense Health Agency-Public Health experts report 69 percent of military injuries are cumulative microtraumatic injuries that result from overuse, which can be attributed to various activities that require repetitive motion such as pushing, pulling, and lifting and can also be impacted by ergonomics, tool use, and the overall strength and condition of a person. Experts say the best way to reduce these types of injuries is to keep them from occurring. (Defense Health Agency-Public Health graphic illustration by Joyce Kopatch).

Reducing impact of upper extremity injuries with early diagnosis, occupational therapy

April 10, 2025

When on limited duty status, a service member may not be able to maintain required training activities and may not be deployable.


Linda Staggers poses with her husband, retired Master Chief Petty Officer Fred Staggers, son, Theo Staggers, and daughter, Master Chief Petty Officer Rosalyn Martin, after ringing the bell in the Hematology/Oncology Clinic at Brooke Army Medical Center, Joint Base San Antonio – Fort Sam Houston, Texas, April 4, 2025. Ringing the “cancer bell” is a tradition signifying a patient’s successful completion of cancer treatment. (DoD photo by Jason W. Edwards)

BAMC cancer patient celebrates two big events in one day

April 10, 2025

Linda Staggers rang the bell in the Hematology/Oncology Clinic April 4, signifying the end of her chemotherapy treatments for breast cancer.


GUANTANAMO BAY, Cuba (Feb. 27, 2025) – Front row, from left, Brig. Gen. John Andrus, Joint Staff Surgeon; U.S. Navy Capt. Tammy Servies, director of U.S. Naval Hospital Guantanamo Bay, commanding officer of U.S. Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command Guantanamo Bay, commander of Joint Medical Group, Joint Task Force Guantanamo Bay; and Dr. Steven Ferrara, Acting Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs, pose for a photo with members of his delegation and personnel from U.S. Naval Hospital Guantanamo Bay outside the hospital. The visit provided an opportunity to discuss medical readiness and health care initiatives at the installation. (U.S. Navy photo by Emily McCamy)

‘Support, Sustain, and Strengthen’ Military Health Care, Says Dr. Ferrara

April 10, 2025

We must increase lethality of the warfighter, sustain the skills of the medical force, and ensure accessible, high-quality, and sustainable care.


The five-year INVICTA study examines how low-level blast overpressure exposures affect brain structure and function in Special Operator heavy weapon trainees and Range Safety Officers (RSOs). This research is crucial for military medicine, as it directly impacts the health, safety,  and readiness of those who serve. (U.S. Army photo by Capt. Joseph Legros)

INVICTA study: uncovering blast exposure’s impact on special operations forces

April 10, 2025

The study examines the subtle, yet significant effects of low-level blast overpressure exposure on service members’ neurological functions.


Patients Needed on April 25 for a Focus Group Discussion on Menopause

Provide feedback on guidelines in joint DOD, VA patient focus groups: menopause discussion

April 10, 2025

The Department of Defense and Veterans Health Administration are seeking volunteers for four upcoming patient focus groups.


Naval Hospital Bremerton’s Healthcare Business Referral Management is specifically designed to assist all eligible beneficiaries – active duty, retirees and dependents – in getting timely medical care appointments. This include helping navigate the TriWest authorization waiver which has been extended through April 30, 2025, for TRICARE Prime beneficiaries with a referral from their military or civilian primary care manager to seek outpatient care for covered services without referral approval from TriWest.

Naval Hospital Bremerton Referral Management supports those in need

April 08, 2025

April 30 is also the date for those who have not updated payment information with TriWest.


Representatives from Munson Army Health Center and the Patient and Family Partnership Council met April 4 and explored after-hours primary care options to improve access for busy military families on Fort Leavenworth.

Munson Patient and Family Partnership Council discuss extending clinic hours

April 08, 2025

Council members cited school, extracurricular activities and shift work for reasons to justify extended hours.


Dr. David Williamson, director of the Inpatient Neuropsychiatric and Traumatic Brain Injury ward and Brain Injury Medicine at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, poses for a photo in Bethesda, Md., on April 8, 2025. Dr. Williamson will lead the new Rapid Assessment Program for Tactical Operational Readiness (RAPTOR), a multidisciplinary initiative providing expedited and comprehensive evaluations to support special operations active-duty service members' rapid return to duty. (DOD photo by Ricardo J. Reyes)

Walter Reed Launches RAPTOR Diagnostic Program to Accelerate Operational Readiness

April 08, 2025

The RAPTOR program brings together a full team of expert clinicians to deliver individualized assessments using a whole-body, systems-based approach.


The USU-Walter Reed-VA MDORP initiative empowers service members and veterans with lower limb loss to improve mobility and quality of life through wearable sensors and remote  physical therapy. (Photo courtesy of MIRROR)

Revolutionizing rehab: mobile technology helps service members and veterans walk with confidence

April 08, 2025

The partnership empowers service members and veterans with lower limb amputation to improve their mobility and quality of life.


The Honorable Darin Selnick, left, the deputy chief of staff to the Secretary of Defense, and Dr. Stephen Ferrara, right, acting assistant secretary of defense for health affairs, engage with Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton leadership April 3. While there, Selnick and Ferrara engaged with hospital leadership to discuss improving patient care and bolstering the readiness of warfighters. (DOD photo by Regena Kowitz)

Senior officials visit Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton to enhance health care and readiness

April 08, 2025

Selnick also talked about the importance of making sure the hospital has the resources they need to meet their mission.