For the Military Health System, the last decade has been defined by monumental change, arguably the most transformational period in modern MHS history.
This era of change began in 2013 with the creation of the Defense Health Agency as the U.S. military’s newest combat support agency and the subsequent creation of military medical markets to improve regional resource sharing. Transformation accelerated between 2018 and 2023, when more than 800 hospitals and clinics, along with tens of thousands of civilian personnel, were transferred from the military departments to the DHA under a congressionally mandated reorganization. The U.S. Army, the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Air Force medical departments undertook their own service-unique...
The Fecal Immunochemical Test (FIT) is a safe, noninvasive screening tool that checks for hidden blood in your stool—a potential early indicator of colorectal cancer or precancerous polyps. Finding these signs early can make the disease much more treatable.
This annual at-home test is an important first step in the screening process. If you are 45 or older, look for the FIT kit in your mail. Remember, a FIT kit helps your healthcare provider determine if a follow-up colonoscopy is necessary. Early detection through regular screening is a vital part of maintaining your health and mission readiness.
