Hit by a rocket-propelled grenade (RPG) in 2006 while on his third combat tour in Afghanistan, U.S. Army Col. Kenneth Dwyer said, “I am only here today because of the dedication, excellence, and commitment of practitioners of military medicine, and especially, nurses.”

Walter Reed continued its modernization journey with a ribbon cutting for the medical center’s new state-of-the-art Roosevelt Pavilion on June 3.

The support military caregivers provide others is often assumed and frequently goes without thanks, but those gathered recently in the USO on Naval Support Activity Bethesda, home to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, paused to recognize the selfless service and care they render.

Following the official opening of the Roosevelt Pavilion on June 3 at Walter Reed, the military’s premier medical center is embarking on the next major milestone in its modernization plan -- the start of construction of the Medical Center Addition and Alterations (MCAA) North complex.

Health care fraud and abuse harms everyone. TRICARE is committed to protecting the health information of service members, retirees, and their family members. You can help by knowing how to spot fraud or abuse—and by reporting it when you see it.

Are you preparing to move to a new location? Now is the best time to make sure your TRICARE benefits are ready to move with you. Here’s a TRICARE checklist to help you prepare for your move and what you may need to do after you get to your new location.

Mental health is a vital part of your overall well-being. Whether you’re having difficulty managing day-to-day stress or navigating more complex challenges, TRICARE offers mental health support when—and where—you need it.

As graduation season arrives, TRICARE-eligible young adults and their family members should understand how this milestone affects their TRICARE health coverage. Here’s what you need to know about TRICARE health plan options for young adults.