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U.S. Navy CTR2 Julia Belair pictured with her son, Derek at Walter Reed's LATCH event near the campus of the Uniformed Services University on August 29, 2024. The event was held during Breastfeeding Awareness Month to promote and support notable health benefits for babies, strengthening the bond between mother and child, and normalizing breastfeeding in public. (DOD Photo by Christian Lilakos)

Aug. 29, 2024

‘LATCH’ On for Breastfeeding Awareness

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, Md — In conjunction with August’s Breastfeeding Awareness Month, Walter Reed hosted a LATCH event on August 29 at a shaded pavilion near the campus of the Uniformed Services University (USU).

From left to right: Ms. Jing Zhou, MS, Biostatistician; Dr. Alexander Rice, Ph.D., Scientist; Dr. Stephen J Cozza, MD, COL (Ret.), Professor of Psychiatry and Pediatrics; Dr. Joscelyn Fisher, Ph.D., Research Associate Professor; and Mr. Evan Salerno, MA, Study Coordinator. These esteemed members are part of the Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences. The Child and Family Program within the CSTS at USU concentrates on the psychological well-being of families, including both adults and children, who have experienced stressful situations, particularly within the military community. (DOD courtesy photo)

Aug. 28, 2024

National Capital Region (NCR) Child Psychiatry Fellowship Research Program Offers Child Psychiatrists Prime Training Opportunity

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, Md — The Child and Family Program within the Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress (CSTS) of the Uniformed Services University (USU) focuses on the psychological health of families, including adults and children, who have been exposed to stressful circumstances, and those in the military community.

U.S. Navy Capt. Chris Hester, Chief of Pastoral Care at Walter Reed, emphasizes the critical yet challenging act of directly addressing suicide, promoting a culture of openness and support. Under Capt. Hester's guidance, Walter Reed fosters 'spiritual readiness' alongside practical suicide intervention skills, acknowledging the profound impact of spirituality on mental health resilience. (DOD photo by Ricardo J. Reyes)

Aug. 27, 2024

Suicide is Preventable. Anyone can Make a Difference! September is National Suicide Prevention Month

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, Md — September is National Suicide Prevention Month to raise awareness and increase knowledge about a problem that has sadly affected too many people across the country.

alter Reed joins the rest of the nation in celebrating Women’s Equality Day on Aug. 26 and every day. Women’s Equality Day celebrates the day American women gained the right to vote with the ratification of the 19th Amendment

Aug. 26, 2024

Walter Reed joins nation in celebrating Women’s Equality Day, Aug. 26, Every Day

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, Md — Walter Reed joins the rest of the nation in celebrating Women’s Equality Day on Aug. 26 and every day.

A U.S. Navy dentist checks the teeth of a youth at the Child Development Center on Naval Support Activity Bethesda during 2020's Children Dental Health Month, annually observed during February. Navy dentists are stationed at military treatment facilities, dental education institutions, clinics, hospitals, research units, on ships, and with Marine Forces located within the United States and various overseas locations.

Aug. 21, 2024

Walter Reed salutes U.S. Navy Dental Corps, Medal of Honor recipients

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, Md — Walter Reed salutes the U.S. Navy Dental Corps for its 112 years of service to the nation.

Aug. 31 is Opioid Misuse Prevention Day and International Overdose Awareness Day, observed to raise awareness about overdose and share information on possible ways to prevent it, as well as acknowledge the grief of family and friends left behind. Annually, the National Capital Region Pain Initiative (NCRPI) and Tele-Pain Program, headquartered at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, host the Pain Care Skills Training in August and the Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Symposium each September.

Aug. 19, 2024

Training at Walter Reed focuses on enhancing pain care skills, reducing medication misuse

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, Md — The National Capital Region Pain Initiative (NCRPI) and Tele-Pain Program, headquartered at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, is hosting its annual Pain Care Skills Training through Aug. 21.

U.S. Navy Lt. (Dr.) Meghan Quinn (seated), a psychiatrist and chief of the Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) at Walter Reed and Dr. Vanessa Torres-Llenza, staff psychiatrist at PHP, demonstrate the use of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), which can help treat depression and anxiety. (DOD photo by Quinton Lyons)

Aug. 15, 2024

Walter Reed Offers Partial Hospitalization Program for Mental Health Care

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, Md — Walter Reed offers the Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), providing support and skills to assist people in managing their behavioral health challenges while living at home.

National Immunization Awareness Month, observed in August, focuses on increasing education and awareness about the importance of immunizations in protecting individuals and the community from harmful diseases.

Aug. 14, 2024

Immunization Awareness Month: Getting the ‘tools, training to fight’ diseases

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, Md — National Immunization Awareness Month, observed in August, focuses on increasing education and awareness about the importance of immunizations in protecting individuals and the community from harmful diseases.

Soldiers graduate from the U.S. Army Practical Nurse, Phase II, as part of Class 23-009, during a ceremony held in Memorial Auditorium at Walter Reed National Military Medial Center on Aug. 9, 2024.

Aug. 13, 2024

The future of Army nursing: Soldiers graduate from Army’s Practical Nurse Course at Walter Reed

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, Md — Twelve Soldiers, comprising Class 23-009, graduated from the U.S. Army Practical Nurse Course (PNC) at Walter Reed during a ceremony on Aug. 9.

Army Col. Wendy Woodall (center), director for nursing and chief nursing officer at Walter Reed and the consultant to the Army Surgeon General for Medical/Surgical Nursing, welcomes Army ROTC Cadets and nursing students Adam Zimmerman (left) and Tahjee Dingle, from East Carolina University, to Walter Reed for the Nurse Summer Training Program.

Aug. 8, 2024

The future of Army nursing: ROTC cadets/nursing students in summer training at Walter Reed

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, BETHESDA, MD — The future of Army and military nursing is training at Walter Reed this summer.

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