JUNE 22, 2023 - As a Veteran, you deserve the best health care possible. But you may not always agree with decisions we make about your medical care or whether you are eligible for some types of care. If you disagree with a decision we made, you can appeal it. Here’s how. First, a word about where benefits come from within VA. The Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) … [Read more...]
Lifestyle Changes Lead to Longer, Healthier Life
JUNE 23, 2023 - Lifestyle changes can help you live longer with fewer chronic diseases, feel great, and reduce your cancer risk, according to U.S. Air Force Col. (Dr.) Mary Anne Kiel, chair of the Defense Health Agency Primary Care Clinical Community. The practice of lifestyle and performance medicine offers ways to be healthier by enhancing a multitude of areas of your life … [Read more...]
TRICARE Preventive Health Services for Men of All Ages
JUNE 21, 2023 – Did you know that June is Men’s Health Month? If you’re a man, it’s a good time to take stock of your overall health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the life expectancy for men in the U.S. is nearly six years less than that for women. And that gap is getting wider. However, men can still live long, healthy lives by eating … [Read more...]
Small Bugs Pack a Pathogenic Punch
JUNE 12, 2023 - Walter Reed National Military Medical Center partners with its Department of Defense stakeholders and the National Institutes of Health to promote Bug Awareness Week, an annual public health campaign held June 10 – 17 to heighten awareness of the potential risks associated with insect-related transmissible diseases. According to the Defense Health Agency, … [Read more...]
Does TRICARE Cover Care When Traveling Overseas?
JUNE 6, 2023 – Exploring different countries and cultures is exciting. As you plan your trip, you may have some questions about what coverage TRICARE offers when you travel overseas. It’s important to prepare for your trip with your health care in mind. “While traveling overseas, the rules for getting care depend on your sponsor status, your health plan, and your location,” … [Read more...]