OCTOBER 3, 2025 — In observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital is emphasizing the importance of early detection, personalized risk assessments and accessible mammography services for eligible beneficiaries at the Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Polk. Col. Idongesit Ebeute, deputy commander for nursing at BJACH, said the … [Read more...]
Retiring After A Career Of Serving In The Military
SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 - Military retirement marks a significant transition that affects nearly every aspect of a service member's life. With approximately 43 million veterans currently living in the United States, understanding the complexities of this transition has become increasingly important for both individual veterans and society as a whole. The journey from active duty to … [Read more...]
Do You Need Line of Duty Care
SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 - Are you a member of the National Guard or Reserve? If so, it’s important to know how TRICARE covers you if you become sick or are injured while activated for 30 days or less. “TRICARE covers National Guard and Reserve members injured while in qualified duty status (under 30 days) through line of duty care,” said James Whitton, Chief, Military Medical … [Read more...]
TRICARE Can Help You Manage Chronic Health Conditions
SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 - Living with a chronic health condition can feel hard. But you don’t have to do it alone. TRICARE offers programs and coverage to help you live better with chronic conditions like asthma, diabetes, heart disease, anxiety, and depression. “Managing a chronic condition is easier when you have the right support and resources,” said Dr. Stacy Usher, lead … [Read more...]
How TRICARE Can Support Your Child’s Mental Health
SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 - Childhood and teen years can be full of ups and downs. It’s normal for kids to be sad or irritable or to have trouble paying attention or interacting with others at times. But sometimes, these feelings and behaviors are signs that your child could need mental health care. “Your child’s mental health affects all aspects of their physical health and … [Read more...]