Courtesy Story | Defense Health Agency | 09.16.2025
When it comes to your oral health, a little prevention goes a long way. That’s why the TRICARE Dental Program covers two routine dental cleanings and examinations each year....
Courtesy Story | Defense Health Agency | 07.01.2025
When a health issue comes up, knowing where to go for care can make a big difference. Whether it’s an accident or an illness, TRICARE covers a range of health care services—but the type of care you need determines where you should go....
Courtesy Story | Defense Health Agency | 06.24.2025
What’s on your to-do list this summer? Maybe you’re planning to spend time at the pool, go to a barbecue, or take a vacation. But don’t take a vacation from your health this summer....
Courtesy Story | Defense Health Agency | 02.26.2025
FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Laboratory services and diagnostic imaging are vital tools for maintaining your health. These tests can help you and your provider catch potential issues early, before they become serious problems. TRICARE covers many of these services, including some as part of your preventive health care benefit....
Story by Michael Strasser | Fort Drum Garrison Public Affairs | 07.30.2020
An unwelcomed guest found its way onto Fort Drum last week in the form of a Lone Star tick. According to the Natural Resources Branch, this is the first known observation of a Lone Star tick on post. While it is common in Southeast and the Mid-Atlantic states, the Lone Star tick has been expanding into the Northeast with recorded sightings in counties throughout central New York....
Courtesy Story | United States Division-Center | 07.11.2010
By 8:30 a.m., it is 98 degrees Fahrenheit under the tarpaulin. A group of eager Iraqi army soldiers huddle around Sgt. Jasen Sumner as he explains how to conduct preventive maintenance checks and services on the track pads of the M1A1 Abrams Main Battle Tank....
Courtesy Story | 1st Infantry Division | 05.26.2010
Soldiers from the 17th Fires Brigade medical staff recently held a two-day course on preventive medicine at Contingency Operating Base Basra for medical personnel from the Iraqi Army's 14th Division....
Courtesy Story | U.S. Naval Forces Central Command / U.S. 5th Fleet | 12.29.2009
The M/V St. James Park, a U.K. flagged ship, was pirated early Monday evening while transiting the Internationally Recognised Transit Corridor through the Gulf of Aden....
