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What military families need to know about Tricare open season

As this year’s Tricare open season draws near, some military families may need to act before the end of the year to avoid losing coverage.

Tricare announces temporary enrollment freeze and online limitations

Tricare beneficiaries are encouraged to make online changes to their health plan now, as DOD announced an enrollment freeze from Oct. 25-27.

Navy IDs two aviators who died in EA-18G Growler crash last week

Naval aviator Lt. Serena N. Wileman, 31, and naval flight officer Lt. Cmdr. Lyndsay Evans, 31, died after their jet crashed Tuesday.

How changes in Army training could limit troop brain injuries

Army officials plan to conduct baseline brain screenings of all soldiers by fall 2026.

Soldiers could see a brand new PT gear design by next year

The Army is testing new designs for potential release in 2025.

Well Power: Paving the Way for Healthier, Happier Military Families

The DOD realizes that providing an exceptional living experience is critical to recruiting and retaining a strong, healthy, and ready military force.

New program aims to help DOD civilians in Japan get better health care

Critics have long complained about a lack of healthcare access for Defense Department civilians in Japan.

Plans for multiple VA medical clinics remain stalled despite funding

More than $670 million set aside for new VA outpatient clinics in 12 states is still waiting for final plans from the White House and Congress.

Army wants all troops on new fitness program by 2032. How’s it going?

In one year, the Army has trained more than 1,300 Health and Fitness integrators to bring holistic health training to their units.

Opinion

Veterans health records need progress, not congressional sabotage

The overly cautious delays of the VA's new electronic health records system must end, AMVETS National Executive Director Joe Chenelly writes in this op-ed.