Air Force Surgeon General News

Pharmacy copayments waived for TRICARE Prime Remote enrollees in the US beginning Feb. 28, 2026

TRICARE Communications — Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Are you an active duty family member enrolled in TRICARE Prime Remote? Do you live in the U.S.? Effective Feb. 28, 2026, you’ll no longer pay a copayment when filling covered prescriptions. This copayment wavier applies to both retail network pharmacies and TRICARE Pharmacy Home Delivery.

Your safety, your comfort, your choice: Requesting chaperones at military hospitals and clinics

TRICARE Communications — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT

When you get care at a military hospital or clinic, your safety, comfort, and privacy are top priorities. The Defense Health Agency recently published its chaperone policy across all military hospitals and clinics worldwide.

Unlock your health through the MHS Nurse Advice Line

Military Health System Communications — Wed, 03 Apr 2024 14:25:00 GMT

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

Leaders join forces to improve health care access for military recruiters, families

Elaine Sanchez — Wed, 24 Jan 2024 12:45:00 GMT

To ensure the greatest outreach, the military often locates its recruiters and their families close to communities with eligible youth, but far from the peer support and health care resources of an installation.

MHS GENESIS deploying in Guam

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Allon Lapaix — Fri, 19 Jan 2024 15:00:00 GMT

MHS GENESIS is the Military Health System’s advanced electronic health record that replaced several legacy systems. This system provides greater interoperability of patient information across all military hospitals, clinics and Veteran Affairs.

Mental health Is health: Depression and oral health

TRICARE Communications — Wed, 17 Jan 2024 15:00:00 GMT

Depression can cause you to neglect your oral health if you aren’t able to motivate yourself to do daily tasks like brushing your teeth and flossing. See how TRICARE can help your mental and oral health.

Love, death and regrowth

Senior Airman Patrick Sullivan — Fri, 05 Jan 2024 13:25:00 GMT

Senior Airman Alex Briley and Spc. Brandon Diaz quickly fell in love shortly after arriving on JBER. The two had just been married and began building their life together when disaster struck. Briley shares her story of struggle, resilience and rebuilding.

Military parents not alone with free program for new families

Caroline Clauson — Tue, 18 Apr 2023 14:45:00 GMT

Wright-Patterson Medical Center’s Family Advocacy office creates New Parent Support Program.

Get advice from a nurse 24/7

TRICARE Communications — Mon, 17 Apr 2023 17:35:00 GMT

With the coming of spring, the temperatures warm and the tempo of life picks up. It’s good to know that you have all-the-time access to health information and advice via the Military Health System Nurse Advice Line.

Military Health System offers a variety of contraceptive care services

Claudia Sanchez-Bustamante — Fri, 02 Dec 2022 14:40:00 GMT

The Military Health System offers service members and their families contraceptive care services - including access to all forms of medical and surgical contraception - for men and women.

Walk-in contraceptive services required at hospitals and clinics

Janet A. Aker — Tue, 08 Nov 2022 14:30:00 GMT

The Defense Health Agency is expanding walk-in contraceptive care services to improve reproductive health services. These services include same-day access with no appointment or referral needed.

Fight the Flu – It starts with you!

Greg Chadwick — Thu, 03 Nov 2022 12:00:00 GMT

Concerned about catching the flu? We are all at risk for getting and spreading the flu. Learn how to fight the flu - it starts with you!

TRICARE offers contraceptive care to support you, your family, and your readiness

TRICARE Communications — Thu, 06 Oct 2022 14:35:00 GMT

Whether you’re a service member or a TRICARE-eligible family member, contraceptive care plays a key role in your overall health, wellness, and quality of life. It also supports your individual and family readiness.

After Dobbs decision, DOD provides Q&A resource

Jim Garamone — Tue, 23 Aug 2022 15:40:00 GMT

The Office of the Undersecretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness published a Q&A with answers to questions around reproductive health care access - including leave and travel, sexual assault, contraceptives and other types of related assistance.

Learn the most recent age requirements for COVID-19 vaccines and boosters

TRICARE Communications — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 12:20:00 GMT

The COVID-19 virus hasn’t gone away. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, viruses like COVID-19 constantly change through mutation. Sometimes these mutations result in a new variant of the virus, such as the Omicron variant.

Suicide prevention and mental health resources provide help: You are not alone

TRICARE Communications — Thu, 26 May 2022 11:05:00 GMT

Life is full of ups and downs. But sometimes life events - financial strain, relationships, isolation, emotional or sexual abuse, stress, and misuse or abuse of alcohol or drugs - can lead to depression, anxiety, and thoughts of suicide for some. It’s important to remember that you are not alone.

Pandemic spotlights the vital role of military lab workers

Sonia Clark — Tue, 03 May 2022 14:15:00 GMT

Clinical labs across the Military Health System - and the staff who operate them - play a vital role in early detection of illnesses, diagnosis and treatment of diseases like cancer, diabetes or heart disease.

What you need to know about new TRICARE pharmacy network options

TRICARE Communications — Thu, 16 Dec 2021 17:00:00 GMT

As of Dec. 15, CVS Pharmacy is a part of the TRICARE retail pharmacy network. At the same time, Walmart, Sam’s Club, and some community pharmacies are no longer a part of the TRICARE network. What does this mean for you?

COVID-19 booster shots: Check your eligibility

TRICARE Communications — Thu, 09 Dec 2021 16:40:00 GMT

Are you wondering if you’re eligible for a COVID-19 booster shot? The answer is yes, if you’re age 18 or older. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently expanded eligibility for COVID-19 vaccine booster shots as further described below.

Living overseas? Here’s a handbook to help you explore your TRICARE coverage

Pentagon News — Fri, 26 Nov 2021 13:35:00 GMT

Have you and your family recently moved overseas? If so, you’re likely adjusting to new people and new surroundings. You may also have questions about how your TRICARE coverage works overseas.