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There are emergency procedures in place in multiple states due to extreme weather. Learn More About Emergency Procedures

Live in the West Region? There is now a referral approval waiver in place through April 30, 2025. Learn More About the Referral Approval Waiver

Also, you have until April 30 to set up your payment info if you pay by EFT, credit card, or debit card. This is for TRICARE Prime, TRICARE Select, TYA, TRS, and TRR plans. If you miss this deadline, you will be disenrolled back to Jan. 1. Visit www.tricare.mil/west today.

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Safely Dispose of Unused Prescriptions on April 26, National Drug Take Back Day

Did you know that Saturday, April 26, is the next National Drug Take Back Day? It’s a day to safely dispose of unwanted, expired, or excess medications. But it’s also important to know that military pharmacies offer ways to safely dispose of drugs all year long through the Military Health System Drug Take Back program.

$Bone stress injuries, which include stress fractures, can be debilitating to athletes but are also a problem for the U.S. military, according to public health experts. (Graphic by DHA Public Health)$

Bone Stress Injury Risk Reduction Optimizes Force Readiness

Scientists now have a better understanding of some factors that may increase the risk of service members’ developing a bone stress injury.

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Want To Learn About TRICARE For Life? Check Out This Handbook

You may be approaching age 65, or you may have a disability or a medical condition that makes you eligible for Medicare and TRICARE For Life before you turn age 65. In either case, you’ll benefit from checking out the TRICARE For Life Handbook.

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Unlock Your Health: Need Help with Your TRICARE Benefit? A Beneficiary Counseling and Assistance Coordinator Can Help

Did you know that military hospitals and clinics have support staff who can help you navigate your TRICARE benefit? These include Beneficiary Counseling and Assistance Coordinators. You can find them at any military hospital or clinic.

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Unlock Your Health by Getting Vaccinated

TRICARE covers age-appropriate doses of vaccines, as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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Technical Support for MHS GENESIS

Need technical assistance with accessing the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal? Beneficiaries are encouraged to contact the Defense Manpower Data Center web support.

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What is MHS GENESIS Patient Portal?

This video is an introduction to the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal.

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TRICARE Covered Mental Health Services

Are you feeling anxious or on edge? TRICARE covers mental health services that can help.

Don’t forget to keep your family’s information up to date in DEERS!