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TRICARE Open Season 2021 has closed. The next open season will take place in the fall of 2022. If you didn’t enroll or make a change to your TRICARE health plan during open season, you must wait until the next open season unless you have a TRICARE Qualifying Life Event (QLE). To learn more, visit: https://www.tricare.mil/lifeevents

How to Make Enrollment Changes Outside of TRICARE Open Season

TRICARE Open Season 2021 has closed. The next open season will take place in the fall of 2022. If you didn’t enroll or make a change to your TRICARE health plan during open season, you must wait until the next open season unless you have a TRICARE Qualifying Life Event (QLE). To learn more, visit: https://www.tricare.mil/lifeevents

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Click here for up-to-date information on the COVID-19 vaccine, including safety information, distribution and prioritization phases, and frequently asked questions.

With news of the contagious and potentially deadly illness known as novel coronavirus grabbing headlines worldwide, military health officials say that an informed, common sense approach minimizes the chances of getting sick. (Graphic by Military Health System)

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With news of the contagious and potentially deadly illness known as novel coronavirus grabbing headlines worldwide, military health officials say that an informed, common sense approach minimizes the chances of getting sick. (Graphic by Military Health System)

Col. Matthew Mapes, the new commander of the U.S. Army Medical Department Activity (MEDDAC), Fort Drum, N.Y., receives the organization’s flag, or colors, from Brig. Gen. Mary V. Krueger, the commanding general of Regional Health Command – Atlantic, during the MEDDAC change of command ceremony, July 16, 2021. The passing of the colors is a traditional gesture symbolizing the continuation of trust, ensuring that the unit and its Soldiers are never without official leadership.

Fort Drum Medical Activity welcomes new commander during Change of Command

Col. Matthew Mapes, the new commander of the U.S. Army Medical Department Activity (MEDDAC), Fort Drum, N.Y., receives the organization’s flag, or colors, from Brig. Gen. Mary V. Krueger, the commanding general of Regional Health Command – Atlantic, during the MEDDAC change of command ceremony, July 16, 2021. The passing of the colors is a traditional gesture symbolizing the continuation of trust, ensuring that the unit and its Soldiers are never without official leadership.

Command Sgt. Maj. Eric N. Price, the senior enlisted leader of the Fort Drum Medical Activity, officially assumes responsibility as the MEDDAC’s command sergeant major by accepting the unit’s flag from Col. Rob Heath, the MEDDAC commander, during an assumption of responsibility ceremony at Fort Drum, N.Y., June 17, 2021.

Fort Drum Medical Activity welcomes new command sergeant major

Command Sgt. Maj. Eric N. Price, the senior enlisted leader of the Fort Drum Medical Activity, officially assumes responsibility as the MEDDAC’s command sergeant major by accepting the unit’s flag from Col. Rob Heath, the MEDDAC commander, during an assumption of responsibility ceremony at Fort Drum, N.Y., June 17, 2021.

U.S. Navy Lt. Ann Lehto performs the role of a sexual assault victim during the practical training portion of the Sexual Assault Medical Forensic Examiner (SAMFE) course hosted on Fort Drum.

Expanding Compassionate Care for Sexual Assault Survivors

FORT DRUM, N.Y. -- U.S. Navy Lt. Ann Lehto, left, a general medical officer with U.S. Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command – New England, performs the role of a sexual assault victim during the practical training portion of the Sexual Assault Medical Forensic Examiner course hosted on Fort Drum, N.Y., Feb. 10, 2021. Due to COVID-19 travel restrictions, Lehto traveled from NMRTC- New England’s headquarters in Newport, R.I., to complete the SAMFE course, which is normally conducted in San Antonio. (Courtesy Photo)

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Seeking Clinical Mental Health Services? Learn What TRICARE Covers

If left untreated, mental health difficulties could affect your physical health. That’s why TRICARE covers a variety of mental health services. These services can help you get care so you can stay balanced, in both mind and body.

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Q&A: What You Need to Know for Federal Benefits Open Season

The Federal Benefits Open Season starts Nov. 14 and ends Dec. 12, 2022. This open season is for dental and vision coverage through the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP).

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A Checklist to Help You Prepare for 2022 TRICARE Open Season

TRICARE Open Season starts in the fall. That’s the time when most families can make changes to their TRICARE health care coverage for next year. Preparing for open season now can help you make the best selection for you and your family later.

Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine Now Available for 12 to 17 Year-Olds

Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine Now Available for 12 to 17 Year-Olds

Adolescents ages 12 to 17 can now receive the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine, the fourth vaccine to be authorized for the prevention of coronavirus.

Fort Drum and Guthrie Ambulatory News and Updates

Col. Matthew Mapes, the new commander of the U.S. Army Medical Department Activity (MEDDAC), Fort Drum, N.Y., receives the organization’s flag, or colors, from Brig. Gen. Mary V. Krueger, the commanding general of Regional Health Command – Atlantic, during the MEDDAC change of command ceremony, July 16, 2021. The passing of the colors is a traditional gesture symbolizing the continuation of trust, ensuring that the unit and its Soldiers are never without official leadership.

Fort Drum Medical Activity welcomes new commander during Change of Command

Col. Matthew Mapes assumed command of the U.S. Army Medical Department Activity (MEDDAC), Fort Drum, New York, from Col. Robert Heath during a change of command ceremony, July 16, 2021.

Command Sgt. Maj. Eric N. Price, the senior enlisted leader of the Fort Drum Medical Activity, officially assumes responsibility as the MEDDAC’s command sergeant major by accepting the unit’s flag from Col. Rob Heath, the MEDDAC commander, during an assumption of responsibility ceremony at Fort Drum, N.Y., June 17, 2021. The passing of the unit flag, or colors, is a traditional gesture symbolizing the commander’s confidence in the command sergeant major’s ability to lead the MEDDAC Soldiers and serve as the principal advisor to the commander on enlisted matters. (U.S. Army photo by Warren W. Wright Jr., Fort Drum Medical Activity Public Affairs)

Fort Drum Medical Activity welcomes new command sergeant major

Command Sgt. Maj. Eric N. Price assumed responsibility as the Fort Drum Medical Activity’s senior enlisted leader during an assumption of responsibility ceremony at Fort Drum, New York, June 17, 2021.

U.S. Navy Lt. Ann Lehto conducts a simulated sexual assault forensic examination interview of a role player during a Sexual Assault Medical Forensic Examiner course hosted on Fort Drum.

Expanding Compassionate Care for Sexual Assault Survivors: Fort Drum sexual assault healthcare specialist provides training in forensic examinations to Navy doctor

The U.S. Army Medical Department Activity, Fort Drum, New York, hosted a U.S. Navy doctor during a Sexual Assault Medical Forensic Examiner (SAMFE) course. Traditionally held in San Antonio, the two-week course consisted of one week of online didactic training and three days of hands-on clinical training taught by the Fort Drum Sexual Assault Medical Management Office program manager.

FORT DRUM, N.Y. – 1st Lt. Thomas Vincent, an infantry officer with 2nd Battalion, 22nd Infantry Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division (Light Infantry), stands in front of his company headquarters on Fort Drum, N.Y. Dec. 11, 2020. Following a severe car accident resulting in multiple injuries, Vincent spent nearly a year in recovery assigned to the Fort Drum Soldier Recovery Unit before overcoming his injuries and returning to duty in late November 2020.

A long road to recovery: 10th Mountain Soldier returns to duty nearly a year after catastrophic car accident

Perseverance is defined as the ability to keep doing something despite obstacles or delay in achieving success. A real-world example is that of 1st Lt. Thomas Vincent, who spent nearly an entire year recovering after a severe car accident in November 2019 left him with multiple injuries.

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