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Surviving the summer surge: a military psycholog...

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Jul. 07, 2026
Permanent change of station, known in the military as PCS, is a hallmark of military life. But even for...
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Leveraging technology to support all warfighters...

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Jul. 06, 2026
The technology reduces administrative burden and enhances patient experiences and care, while supporting...
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Battling the invisible enemy: The rise in severe...

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Jun. 30, 2026
Military experts say persistent education and increased awareness are helping catch service member heat...
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Keeping an eye on fireworks safety

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Jun. 29, 2026
Fireworks can be exciting and beautiful to watch. However, they can also be dangerous, especially to the eyes.
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Protect your hearing. Protect your brain.

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Jun. 25, 2026
Growing evidence suggests hearing loss may increase the risk of cognitive decline and dementia, including...
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6 military hospitals and clinics recognized as C...

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Jun. 25, 2026
Specialty Care Centers of Excellence are designed to enhance warfighter medical readiness and improve...
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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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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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Dec. 5, 2025

DHN Central military hospitals recognized for commitment to patient safety

SAN ANTONIO, Texas — The Defense Health Agency announced Nov. 13 that three military hospitals from Defense Health Network Central earned Leapfrog's Top Hospital recognition for fall 2025. Bassett Army Community Hospital earned honors for a second year in a row, along with new honors for Osan Air Base's 51st Medical Group and Yokota Air Base's 374th Medical Group.

Female doctor examines patient with stethoscope

Dec. 19, 2024

Patients Rank DHN Central Clinics, Providers ‘Best of the Best’

SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Patients have ranked more than two dozen Defense Health Network Central clinics and providers as the “best of the best” in the Military Health System for patient experience and customer care, according to a recent Joint Outpatient Experience Survey quarterly report.

Air Force physician chosen to lead military’s largest medical network

Oct. 13, 2023

Air Force Physician Chosen to Lead Military’s Largest Medical Network

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas — An Air Force physician with over 30 years of service became the first director of the newly designated Defense Health Network Central, the military’s largest medical network, on Oct. 1.