July 30, 2024

Getting Telemedicine Care Overseas With TRICARE

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Do you live overseas and need health care? You may be able to get telemedicine care from the comfort of your home.

July 25, 2024

Your TRICARE Guide to Overseas Travel

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Planning a trip overseas? Whether you’re traveling for work or leisure, it’s a good idea to know how your TRICARE plan works outside the United States.  

July 23, 2024

MHS GENESIS Patient Portal Makes Refilling Prescriptions Easier

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Do you get prescriptions at a military pharmacy? If you need to request a refill or a renewal for your prescription, the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal makes it easy.

July 11, 2024

Easily Manage TRICARE Prescriptions With the Express Scripts Pharmacy Mobile App

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Looking for a convenient way to keep track of your TRICARE prescriptions? Download the free Express Scripts Pharmacy mobile app to securely manage your medications anytime, anywhere.

July 9, 2024

See Test Results and Clinical Notes in Your MHS GENESIS Patient Portal

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — If you’ve recently had a blood draw or X-ray, you’re likely interested in seeing the results once they’re available. Or perhaps you want to review what you discussed with your health care team at your last appointment. If you visited a military hospital or clinic for your recent test or appointment, you can access this information in the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal.

July 3, 2024

TRICARE Tips for Managing Diabetes and Your Oral Health

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 38 million American adults currently have diabetes. Even though diabetes is common, many people don’t know about its connection to oral health.

June 27, 2024

Learn How To Prevent Sexually Transmitted Infections

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Rates of sexually transmitted infections have increased among active duty service members in recent years. If you're sexually active, there are steps you can take to your lower your risk.

June 25, 2024

MHS GENESIS Secure Messaging: A Direct Line to Your Military Health Care Team

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — The MHS GENESIS Patient Portal lets you speak to your military health care team at your military hospital or clinic through secure messaging. Learn how and when to use secure messaging.

June 17, 2024

Studies Show Military Eye Injuries Can Cause Cataracts, Vision Loss

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Cataracts are the leading cause of blindness worldwide and in the United States, with an estimated 24 million Americans who have been diagnosed with cataracts, according to the National Institutes of Health.

June 14, 2024

New Patient Resources Section on TRICARE Website

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Check out the new Patient Resources section on tricare.mil. This section makes it easy to find forms, track your health records, learn about disaster alerts, and more.