FEBRUARY 10, 2026 - Cancer care is a readiness mission, and that guided discussions as the John P. Murtha Cancer Center (MCC) at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, the Department of War’s only Center of Excellence for Cancer Care and Research, hosted its Blood Cancer Summit recently at the hospital. The summit brought together experts, caregivers, and researchers … [Read more...]
Learn How You Can Protect Your Health Information
FEBRUARY 6, 2026 - If you get care at a military hospital or clinic, the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal is your main tool for managing your care online. You can use it to send secure messages, check test results, review appointments, and more. Unfortunately, scammers can create fake websites that look like official MHS GENESIS pages. These sites try to trick you into sharing … [Read more...]
3 Ways to Make Your Next Duty Station Move Less Stressful for Kids
FEBRUARY 10, 2026 - PCS orders can be thrilling for adults, but they can be quite confusing and even frightening for kids. That’s why it’s vital to plan everything with their emotions in mind. If you plan strategically, your next duty station move can be a smoother, and perhaps even a more positive experience for your kids. Here’s what you can do. Give Kids Age-Appropriate … [Read more...]
Transition Assistance Program Cultivates Success
FEBRUARY 4, 2026 — When Drevon Turner met with the Transition Assistance Program team he knew two things - he wanted to stay in the area, and he wanted to pursue a career in law enforcement. “Ever since I was a kid, I knew I was going to join the military, and I knew I was going to be a cop,” said Turner. After about six and a half years as an active-duty Soldier, he … [Read more...]
Training, Travel, and Temporary Housing, Keeping Gear Organized
FEBRUARY 4, 2026 - Training on the move creates a different kind of clutter. Equipment that buttresses your routines seems to have no permanent home while temporary housing almost never provides space explicitly designed for things like bags or recovery equipment. The end result is friction that prevents you from being consistent, engaged, or even cared to train. In this … [Read more...]