Story by Sgt. Zack Stine | Defense Media Activity - Army Productions | 11.14.2025
WASHINGTON — Inside the Pentagon’s Hall of Heroes, a place defined by quiet reverence and the names of those who gave everything, Capt. Mark Bashaw raised his right hand and returned to active duty under the Army’s reinstatement initiative....
Courtesy Story | Defense Health Agency | 12.20.2024
Respiratory syncytial virus is a common but potentially dangerous respiratory illness. Immunizations are available to protect TRICARE beneficiaries who are considered high risk from RSV infection. These immunizations help protect older adults and newborns, who face higher risks from respiratory illness....
Courtesy Story | Defense Health Agency | 11.25.2024
The new 2024–2025 COVID-19 vaccine is now available. Getting vaccinated helps protect not just you, but also your family members and fellow community members....
Story by Janet A. Aker | Defense Health Agency | 11.08.2024
A service member wants reassurance from a doctor about the safety of vaccines and other products for seasonal respiratory viruses, including COVID-19, the flu, and RSV. U.S. Navy Capt. (Dr.) Harlan Dorey speaks for about 35,000 primary care providers across the Military Health System and attests to the strict testing for vaccine safety and how well these products work to protect you and your......
Courtesy Story | Defense Health Agency | 10.17.2024
The fall and winter months bring an increased risk of respiratory illnesses, including flu, COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus. Getting your flu shot is an easy way to help ward off illness. The vaccine lowers your chance of getting sick, going to the hospital, or even dying from the flu....
Story by Maristela Romero | Air Force Medical Service | 10.07.2024
Preventive health is a proactive approach to avoiding illness and disease, addressing the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of individuals....
Courtesy Story | Defense Health Agency | 08.28.2024
Flu season is right around the corner—which means it’s time to start thinking about getting vaccines for common respiratory diseases. If you live or travel overseas, it’s important to know where you can get these vaccines....
Story by David Ford | Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center | 05.14.2024
The Air Force’s Civil Engineer Maintenance Inspection and Repair Team sustains the Air Force mission by rapidly responding to civil engineering-related issues across the globe to prevent mission disruption....
