Feb. 18, 2021

More Options to Get COVID-19 Vaccine

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — As part of the ongoing response to COVID-19, the federal government has launched the Federal Retail Pharmacy Program for COVID-19 Vaccination. This new program is a collaboration between the federal government, states, territories, and 21 national pharmacies and independent pharmacy networks to increase access to the COVID-19 vaccine in the U.S.

Feb. 17, 2021

COVID-19 vaccine does not affect fertility, immunization experts say

You’re pregnant, or you’re breastfeeding. Should you get a COVID-19 vaccine? That’s a question on the minds of many military frontline health care workers today. The short answer is that it’s an individual’s choice, and military health experts say the vaccine is well worth considering.

Feb. 11, 2021

Disenrolled from TRICARE Select? Here’s How to Reinstate Your Coverage

As of Jan. 1, 2021, TRICARE Select Group A retirees are required to pay enrollment fees each month. If you didn’t set up your enrollment fees for TRICARE Select or TRICARE Overseas Program Select coverage last year, you were disenrolled from your plan effective Dec. 31, 2020 (TRICARE Select replaced TRICARE Standard and TRICARE Extra in 2018.). If you want to have TRICARE Select coverage this year, you must request reinstatement with your TRICARE contractor. You have until June 30, 2021 to make your request.

Feb. 10, 2021

When Can I Get the COVID-19 Vaccine?

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — The big question on the mind of many TRICARE beneficiaries is, “When can I get the COVID-19 vaccine?” The Department of Defense (DoD) is offering the COVID-19 vaccine to service members, retirees, and their families through different phases of the schema.

Feb. 4, 2021

How to Find What Your TRICARE Plan Covers

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Are you familiar with all the ways TRICARE covers you? TRICARE offers comprehensive coverage to help you get and stay healthy. This year, get familiar with what’s covered. Knowing what services are and aren’t covered will help you avoid unexpected out-of-pocket costs.

Feb. 2, 2021

COVID-19 Vaccination Options for the Selected Reserve Members (Including National Guard)

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Are you a National Guard or Selected Reserve member with questions about how to get the COVID-19 vaccine? TRICARE has the answers you’re looking for.

Jan. 27, 2021

Find a Provider, Get the Care You Need with TRICARE

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Have you seen your doctor in the last year? If not, it’s time to make an appointment. Seeing your doctor for regular checkups is one of the best ways to screen for diseases and prevent future health problems. And it’s something you can do safely during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Jan. 25, 2021

Corpsman Up! Navy ‘Doc’ Reiterates Importance of Blood Donations

ASBP is the military’s only blood donor program for service members, their families, retirees, veterans, and local communities worldwide, helping those in critical need. Both whole blood and COVID-19 convalescent plasma from those who have recovered from COVID-19 remain in high demand. All 21 donor centers adhere to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines to reduce the spread of COVID-19.

Jan. 19, 2021

3 Ways to Slow the Spread of COVID-19

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Hope is on the horizon with vaccination news and the beginning of a new year. But COVID-19 cases and deaths in the U.S. are on the rise. This means we all must continue to take steps to stop the spread of the COVID-19 virus. This is true even after people eventually get vaccinated, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Jan. 14, 2021

TRICARE Seniors 75 and Older Now Eligible for COVID-19 Vaccine

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Adults age 75 and older should now receive the COVID-19 vaccine, as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The Department of Defense (DoD) and the Military Health System are now making the vaccine available to the 1.13 million beneficiaries who are age 75 or older. These beneficiaries use the TRICARE For Life health plan.