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April 2, 2024

Unlock Your Health Through the MHS Nurse Advice Line

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Need health care guidance? TRICARE has a service called the Military Health System Nurse Advice Line that can help.

April 2, 2024

‘Footsteps to Freedom’ exhibit saluting troops, families opens at Walter Reed

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — They were worn in combat, in the deserts of Afghanistan and other far-away places. They were worn by troops injured in war and others who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. And now, they are on display as part of an honored art installation on Naval Support Activity Bethesda, home to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. “Footsteps to Freedom” (FTF) pays tribute to service members, many who served in the War in Afghanistan, and their families, with creatively revitalized combat boots. U.S. Navy Capt. (Dr.) Melissa Austin, Walter Reed director, joined other dignitaries, including veterans who served in Afghanistan, family members of service members who lost their lives in the war, and founders and sponsors of FTF, to cut the ribbon on the art installation April 1.

April 1, 2024

Walter Reed physician earns the 2023 Award for the Advancement of Women Physicians in Military Medicine

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Md. — The Navy Chief of Internal Medicine Residents for the National Capital Consortium (NCC) at Walter Reed, Azah recently earned the 2023 Award for the Advancement of Women Physicians in Military Medicine. She received the award during the annual Military Health System Excellence Awards ceremony, which recognizes leaders from across the MHS, during the 2024 annual meeting of the Association of the Military Surgeons of the United States (AMSUS), the Society of Federal Health Professionals. The meeting was held at National Harbor, Maryland on Feb. 15.

March 28, 2024

Vietnam Women’s Memorial Maquette finds a home at Walter Reed

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center — The Vietnam Women’s Memorial Maquette, created by sculptor Glenna Goodacre, has a permanent home now in the Hall of Heroes between the America Building and Buildings 3 and 5 at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) thanks to a generous anonymous donor and assistance from the Walter Reed Society.

March 28, 2024

Walter Reed and NICoE Partner to Create Better Outcomes for Brain Injured Warriors

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Md. — According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the American Medical Association, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) and acquired brain injuries (ABIs) often produce the same symptoms and require similar care. However, these two types of brain injuries differ in terms of how the injury is sustained. In this article, we will discuss the differences between acquired brain injuries vs traumatic brain injuries.

March 27, 2024

Nutrition benefits of produce come in many forms

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Md. — Nutritious fruits and vegetables high in vitamins A, C, and minerals such as calcium and iron, can be found across the store in more than just the fresh produce aisle. Fresh, frozen, canned, and dried fruits and vegetables all have something to offer — all forms are packed with nutrients and should be included in a healthy diet. Checking the label and selecting the healthiest choice in any form goes a long way in promoting good health.

March 26, 2024

Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: Early detection is the best prevention

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Md. — Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, observed during March, seeks to increase the public’s knowledge about the disease and encourage people to get screened for it.

March 25, 2024

Women’s History Month: ‘Women Who Have Made Great Achievements in Medicine’

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Md. — This is the last in a series of articles celebrating Women’s History Month, observed during March, and saluting those women in military medicine who have connections with Walter Reed.

March 21, 2024

Walter Reed’s Women’s History Month Panel Explores Growth and Emerging Roles of Women in Military Health Care

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — Courageous, Committed and Compassionate A distinguished panel of Defense Health Agency leaders discussed the evolving roles of women in military service and health care as part as part of a panel discussion in observance of Women’s History Month held March 19 at Walter Reed. Coordinated by the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, the program highlighted the accomplishments of women researchers, physicians, therapists, nurses, and civilians within the Department of Defense community.

March 20, 2024

Former Walter Reed Navy Nurse and Savage, Minnesota Native Accepted into USU Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program

WRNMMC, Bethesda, Md. — In a significant advancement for military mental health services, U.S. Navy Lt. j.g. Lindsay Bender’s demonstrated leadership and empathy through her contributions throughout her military career, and notably at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.