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Navigating change with purpose: inTransition sup...

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Jun. 03, 2026
The program helps active duty service members, National Guard and Reserve members, veterans, and retirees...
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Back of uniformed service member standing in tall grass. Text reads: "INVISIBLE THREATS: What you need to know about new tick dangers." MilTICK; DHA Public Health.

Invisible threats: New tick-borne dangers found ...

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May. 26, 2026
Rare but dangerous viruses carried by ticks no bigger than a sesame seed are being detected, and a proactive...
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Uniformed service member and three family members sitting around a table. Text reads: "YOUR MISSION: PROGRESS, NOT PERFECTION. Every small swap makes a big difference in your family's health." DHA Public Health

Unseen guests in your kitchen: A military family...

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Apr. 21, 2026
Military families become highly skilled at rapid pack-out and quickly establishing new living space. Each new...
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Hands holding smartphone. Text reads: "BETTING YOUR FUTURE: More than money on the line. DHA Public Health"

Betting your future: Is gambling a threat to you...

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Apr. 08, 2026
When a service member is struggling, the signs can often point to familiar stressors like anxiety, depression,...
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Train your thoughts: JBA fosters mental resilien...

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Mar. 31, 2026
Completing mission after mission can be stressful for a lot of military members. The military...
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Cutout image of woman standing next to badge of shadow of service member that says "ILER." Text reads: Request a Personal ILER Account -Introducing new Personal ILER Access which will enable you, as a service member with a CAC to view your own exposure and health data, enhancing transparency, informed care, and continuity across the DOW health care systems with planned expansion to include Department of Veterans Affairs systems. -The Personal ILER role will allow access: --To securely view your own ILER Exposure Summary record. --To access your "My Profile" to update your account information. --The ability to print your personal ILER data report, if a record is available.

Know your exposure story: military to provide ac...

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Mar. 27, 2026
In a significant move toward greater transparency and health care empowerment, the Military Health System is...
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Commentary: National Nutrition Month provides op...

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Mar. 04, 2026
From basic training to deployment, and from family life to retirement, good nutrition is a force multiplier.
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Commentary: Fuel your spring with nutrition tips...

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Mar. 04, 2026
For service members, nutrition is a critical component of readiness. With a little planning, you can ensure...
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Sept. 3, 2025

The Search Is Over! Defense Health Agency Unveils findDHA — a Dynamic, Online Search Tool

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — The Defense Health Agency launched a new online, interactive tool, findDHA, which allows users to search for DHA locations around the globe. Finding a DHA facility has never been easier.

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Sept. 3, 2025

Learn Safe-Gambling Strategies: Avoid Negative Impacts to Health, Finances

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Research indicates certain factors associated with military service increase the risk for gambling problems among those actively serving and for those who served. While gambling is generally considered recreational, it can adversely impact military personnel, their families, and unit readiness. A way to reduce the harm that can result from gambling is to practice safe gambling techniques.

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Sept. 2, 2025

Identifying Warning Signs of Suicide on Social Media

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — If someone you know makes comments about suicide or expresses emotional pain online, always take them seriously. Whether it's a single post or multiple, do not ignore them.

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Aug. 22, 2025

Eat pink for breast cancer prevention

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Breast cancer follows skin cancer as the second-most common cancer among women in the United States. Many people wear a pink ribbon or pink clothes to raise breast cancer awareness. Let’s put another spin on bringing awareness to breast cancer prevention — eat pink! Let's explore how eating colorful, antioxidant-rich foods can support breast cancer prevention.

Service member leans over microscope and looks at tick.

Aug. 19, 2025

Tick Talk: Prevention and Protection

FORT BRAGG, N.C. — There are several types of ticks that transmit diseases to humans, the most common ones are blacklegged ticks that transmit Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, and babesiosis.

Outline of man made out of leaves running next to group of vegetables. Text reads: "Nutrition is an Important Element of Recovery. DHA Public Health"

Aug. 19, 2025

Nutrition Strategies Fuel Recovery Following Musculoskeletal Injury

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — According to Defense Health Agency–Public Health, more than 95% of active duty military personnel’s injuries are musculoskeletal and are the leading reason for military medical visits.

Service member clicks on tablet. Screen reads: "Your visit with your clinician is about to begin."

Aug. 4, 2025

BRAVE Virtual Mental Health Helps All Service Members Get Therapy

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — BRAVE augments local mental health services with video teleconferencing at facilities where mental health services may be in short supply.

Service member wearing red tank top lifts weights outdoors.

July 21, 2025

Ask the Doc: Trust the Military Health System To Guide Your Weight-Loss Journey

FALLS CHURCH, Va/ — Losing weight and keeping it off is something many of us have to deal with at some point in our lives. We asked a military cardiologist how best to get in shape physically, eat better, and keep our hearts healthy.

Uniformed service member types on keyboard in front of desktop showing myAuth login screen.

July 17, 2025

DOD Launching New Authentication System To Replace DS Logon

WASHINGTON — Over the next 18 months, the Defense Department will replace the legacy DS Logon system, which authenticates users onto more than 200 DOD and Veterans Affairs websites, with a more modern and flexible system called myAuth.

Young boy smiles while being hugged by uniformed service member. Text reads: "Strategies to help children cope with changes. DHA Public Health"

July 16, 2025

Commentary: Helping Children Cope With Change During Summer Months

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Change can be hard for everyone but especially for children who often do better with structure and stability. Although change is a natural part of life, regardless of age, there are simple strategies to help children cope with changes, whether small or big.