Nov. 10, 2025

TRICARE Open Season starts today, Nov. 10: Learn if you should take action

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — TRICARE Open Season begins today, Nov. 10! Starting today, you have the opportunity to make changes to your TRICARE plan. This year’s open season lasts through Tuesday, Dec. 9. This is your annual chance to sign up for a health plan or change your coverage. Any changes you make will go into effect on Jan. 1, 2026.

Nov. 7, 2025

Learn your 2026 TRICARE health plan costs

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — As 2025 comes to a close, now is the time to start thinking about your family’s health care options for next year. You should know that your TRICARE health plan costs will change starting Jan. 1, 2026. Depending on your plan, these costs may include enrollment fees, premiums, cost-shares, and copayments.

Nov. 5, 2025

Prepare for flu season: Get vaccinated with TRICARE

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — With children back in school and temperatures dropping, flu season is quickly approaching. Although most respiratory illnesses share common symptoms, the flu is more serious than the common cold. It can lead to hospitalization and even death in severe cases. Flu season generally runs through fall and winter, and one of the best things you can do to protect your health is get a flu vaccine. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends the flu vaccine for all people aged 6 months and older (with rare exceptions).

Oct. 31, 2025

TRICARE Open Season 2025: Understanding your TRICARE health plan options

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Have you ever wondered about the differences between the various TRICARE plans? With TRICARE Open Season 2025 right around the corner, now is a perfect time to learn about TRICARE’s wide range of coverage options. Knowing the differences will ensure the right coverage for you and your family members.

Oct. 23, 2025

Get ready for TRICARE Open Season 2025: What you need to know

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — If you’re a TRICARE beneficiary, mark your calendar: TRICARE Open Season begins Monday, Nov. 10, and runs through Tuesday, Dec. 9. This is your chance to enroll in or make changes to your TRICARE plan for 2026. Changes you make during this time will take effect on Jan. 1, 2026.

Sept. 30, 2025

Share your experiences with COPD care and treatment at Oct. 17 Clinical Practice Guideline patient focus group

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Have you been diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD? Your feedback could play a key role in developing and updating clinical practice guidelines across the military and veteran health care systems.

Sept. 25, 2025

National Guard or Reserve? Learn What To Do if You Need Line of Duty Care

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Are you a member of the National Guard or Reserve? If so, it’s important to know how TRICARE covers you if you become sick or are injured while activated for 30 days or less. This article explores how, where, and under what circumstances National Guard and Reserve members can get line of duty care.

Sept. 23, 2025

Learn How TRICARE Can Help You Manage Chronic Health Conditions

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Living with a chronic health condition can feel hard. But you don’t have to do it alone. TRICARE offers programs and coverage to help you live better with chronic conditions like asthma, diabetes, heart disease, anxiety, and depression.

Sept. 19, 2025

What To Do in a Dental Emergency

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Dental emergencies can happen anywhere, at any time. Whether you crack a tooth or have severe mouth pain, knowing what to do can save your smile and reduce damage.

Sept. 18, 2025

Unlock Your Health: How TRICARE Can Support Your Child’s Mental Health

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Childhood and teen years can be full of ups and downs. It’s normal for kids to be sad or irritable or to have trouble paying attention or interacting with others at times. But sometimes, these feelings and behaviors are signs that your child could need mental health care. Learn how TRICARE can support your child’s mental health and find tips and resources for supporting your child’s well-being.