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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CDC issues nationwide Health Advisory on New Wor...

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Feb. 02, 2026
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a nationwide Health Alert Network Health Advisory on...
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Military hospitals and clinics recognized with 5...

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Jan. 13, 2026
Fifteen Defense Health Agency facilities earned top marks from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid...
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DHN Central military hospitals recognized for co...

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Dec. 05, 2025
The Defense Health Agency announced Nov. 13 that three military hospitals from Defense Health Network Central...
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Department of War extends health care supplement...

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Sep. 29, 2025
The Department of War today announced the extension of the Pilot Health Insurance Enhancement for DOW Civilian...
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McDonald Army Health Center Enhances Access With...

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Sep. 19, 2025
McDonald Army Health Center is expanding prescription services for the Joint Base Langley-Eustis community...
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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. 26, 2025

USARIEM Researchers Find Potential Genetic Marker for Resilience

FORT DETRICK, Md. — The biomarker for stress adaptability could lead to new ways to treat stress disorders like PTSD.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Aug. 12, 2025

West Nile Virus Cases on the Rise

FORT CARSON, Colo. — The Fort Carson Public Health Team is warning the community to take steps to prevent against West Nile Virus infection. West Nile virus is the leading cause of mosquito-borne disease in Colorado and has been affecting Coloradans since 2002. In Colorado, the majority of human WNV cases occur in August and September. So far this year, Colorado has reported nine human cases of WNV and one adult death.

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.

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July 28, 2025

Medical Rodeo: Vital to Providing Medically Ready and Ready Medical Forces

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — The rodeo aims to ensure service members in the National Capital Region are ready to deploy by offering fast and complete care. Soldiers, sailors, airmen, and Marines can update medical records, complete exams, and get cleared for duty—all in a single visit.