JUNE 11, 2025 - About 11 million Americans over age 12 need vision correction, according to the CDC. Do you know if you’re one of them? Getting routine eye exams to monitor your eyesight can help detect and prevent eye diseases early. “Tending to your vision is an important part of supporting an overall healthy lifestyle,” said Jeannine Pickrell, M.S., RN, director for … [Read more...]
Navigating Veteran Benefits for Senior Care Services
JUNE 12, 2025 - Finding the right care for aging veterans can be overwhelming, but the support they've earned is available. This guide explores how to navigate veteran senior care services and make the most of available benefits. Whether you're a veteran or a loved one helping with care, knowing where to start makes all the difference. With the right information, you can … [Read more...]
Your TRICARE Checklist for Moving
JUNE 4, 2025 - 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. “You can use TRICARE wherever you live, but there are actions you can take to help avoid interruptions to your health care and TRICARE benefits,” said Dr. Danita Hunter, chief, TRICARE Health Plan Policy & Programs Branch, at the … [Read more...]
How To Get Mental Health Care With TRICARE
MAY 31, 2025 - 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. “Getting care early is just like preventive medicine, such as labs or regular checkups,” said Jeannine Pickrell, director for Population … [Read more...]
Improving Mental Health Access and Readiness
MAY 30, 2025 - Good mental health is crucial for the well-being and readiness of our military force. My Military Health—the Defense Health Agency’s new care model—is changing how service members get mental health care by making the experience more convenient and user-friendly. “My Military Health has rolled out to all Defense Health Agency military hospitals and clinics … [Read more...]