JANUARY 15, 2025 - Many people are familiar with standard prescription eyeglasses and contact lenses when it comes to vision correction. However, the world of prescription eyewear extends beyond these basics. From sunglasses to safety glasses and specialized sports eyewear, there’s a range of glasses designed to address specific needs while offering vision correction. Here’s a … [Read more...]
Military ID Card: A Critical Readiness Item
DECEMBER 31, 2024 - Personnel from the installation's Directorate of Human Resources, Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System/Identification (DEERS/ID) section, serve approximately 1,000 customers at the Welcome Center every month by verifying eligibility and managing enrollment. Since an expired identification card can prevent access to the cardholder's benefits, … [Read more...]
Preview Four Changes Coming to TRICARE in 2025
DECEMBER 26, 2024 – With the end of the year approaching, it’s a good time to consider your family’s healthcare needs for the coming year. As you think about things like scheduling preventive care visits and knowing your 2025 TRICARE costs, you should also note some changes coming to TRICARE in 2025. There will be a new health plan and dental contracts—as well as other expanded … [Read more...]
Get RSV Immunization With TRICARE
DECEMBER 24, 2024 – Respiratory syncytial virus is a common but potentially dangerous respiratory illness. Immunizations are available to protect TRICARE beneficiaries who are considered high risk from RSV infection. These immunizations help protect older adults and newborns, who face higher risks from respiratory illness. “RSV immunizations help prevent severe illness and … [Read more...]
New TRICARE Regional Contracts in 2025
DECEMBER 23, 2024 – This is your reminder that changes are coming to TRICARE’s regional contracts in 2025. These changes will affect you if you live in the U.S. TriWest Healthcare Alliance will replace the current West Region contractor, Health Net Federal Services, LLC, in 2025. While there will still be two TRICARE regions, six states currently in the East Region … [Read more...]