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Military Health System

Our History

Military medicine has a long and celebrated history. We apply lessons from our past to improve the care of military personnel and their families today and in the future. New surgical techniques, powerful painkillers, antibiotic drugs, and triage and evacuation procedures have revolutionized military medicine.

In this section, you'll find featured stories and information about the history of military medicine.

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President's Day

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12/30/2023

This #PresidentsDay, take time to remember and honor those who served our country as commander-in-chief.

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February

Coast Guard Reserve Birthday

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12/30/2023

Happy 82nd birthday to the United States Coast Guard Reserve! To all those who have served or are currently serving in the U.S. Coast Guard Reserve - we salute you.

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February

National Caregiver Day

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12/30/2023

This #NationalCaregiversDay, we recognize the selflessness and generosity shown by all caregivers, especially those in the military community. Thank you for ensuring the comfort and dignity of those who need your help. Find resources here: http://warriorcare.dodlive.mil/Caregiver-Resources/

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February

AFMES Medicolegal Examinations

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3/21/2023

Frequently asked questions about Medicolegal examinations

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Medicolegal Examinations

TBICoE's Anomalous Health Incident Acute Assessment Training

Calendar Event
3/21/2023

This virtual training, hosted by the Traumatic Brain Injury Center of Excellence, will introduce learners to Anomalous Health Incidents and review assessment and treatment strategies. Detailed guidance on how to complete a medical evaluation using Anomalous Health Incident Acute Assessment (DHA Form 244), will be provided.

Enterprise Professional Development – Designing Effective Presentations

Calendar Event
3/21/2023

The Defense Health Agency Education and Training Directorate, Enterprise Professional Development Department, is pleased to offer the DHA workforce this one-hour interactive training opportunity.

Enterprise Professional Development – Resiliency III: Leveraging Your Strengths and Celebrate Good News

Calendar Event
3/21/2023

The Defense Health Agency Education and Training Directorate, Enterprise Professional Development Department, is pleased to offer the DHA workforce this one-hour interactive training opportunity.

Enterprise Professional Development – Professional Etiquette III: Professional Communication

Calendar Event
3/21/2023

The Defense Health Agency Education and Training Directorate, Enterprise Professional Development Department, is pleased to offer the DHA workforce this one-hour interactive training opportunity.

Innovation at the Defense Health Agency

Spotlight
3/21/2023
Evolution of Health Care wave graphic

overview of what types of innovation DHA is involved in.

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DHA Industry Day | Health Care Technology | Psychological Health Center of Excellence | Doing Business with the Defense Health Agency | Health Readiness & Combat Support

Shelf-Life Extension Program, Change 1

DHA Publication
3/10/2023

Policy Number: 6430.05

Establishes DHA's procedures to manage and provide guidance on the SLEP within the Military Health System and contingency operations.

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Shelf Life Extension Program

Brooke Army Medical Center Interventional Radiology Offers Less-Invasive Option for Patients with Disc Degeneration

Article Around MHS
3/21/2023
U.S. Air Force Maj. (Dr.) Matthew Taon, interventional radiologist, demonstrates a minimally invasive image guided procedure at Brooke Army Medical Center, Fort Sam Houston, Texas. (Photo by Jason W. Edwards, Brooke Army Medical Center)

You may not have to go "under the knife" to ease debilitating back issues, thanks to a new technology. Find out how surgeons at Brooke Army Medical Center are relieving patients from pain where surgery was once the only option.

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Research & Innovation | Health Care Technology

Agenda - April 4, 2023

Meeting Reference
3/21/2023

BAP Agenda April 4, 2023

Background Information: Feb. 2023 P&T Committee Recommendations

Meeting Reference
3/21/2023

Background Information - Feb. 2023 P&T Committee Recommendations

Presentation: Optimizing Virtual Health in the MHS March 2023

Presentation
3/21/2023

Optimizing Virtual Health in the MHS March 2023

Presentation: Eliminating Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities in the MHS

Presentation
3/21/2023

Eliminating Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities in the MHS

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Last Updated: March 17, 2023
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