Defense Health Agency

NEWS: Patient Safety Awareness Week reminds DHA team that safe care everywhere helps service members heal faster, return to duty sooner, and keeps the force ready. dha.mil/News/2026/03/1…

NEWS: Director outlines strategic vision for the Defense Health Agency. dha.mil/News/2026/03/1…

Medical teams kept the long-heralded return of the USS Cheyenne on timeline by ensuring every Sailor and civilian aboard was medically ready for the rigors of submarine operations. med.navy.mil/Media/News/New…

A well-designed nutrition plan feeds DoW readiness by fueling peak performance and supporting recovery. dha.mil/News/2026/03/1…

Speed saves lives. On the battlefield, trustworthy data is a mission-critical advantage. DHA’s new Data Strategy focuses on: 📊 Better Data 💻 Better Tools 🏥 Better Outcomes dha.mil/News/2026/03/1…

For nearly 20 years, the Defense Committees on Trauma have improved standards for life-saving advances that enhance warfighting capabilities. Join the DCoT's historic 1000th joint call to see what's next: dod.teams.microsoft.us/meet/993360028…

81 years ago, Navy Corpsmen at #IwoJima demonstrated the ultimate standard of care under fire. We honor their sacrifice and continue the mission of keeping our force ready and resilient. #MilitaryHistory #WW2 @USNavy @NavyMedicine

#CRDAMC and partner units conducted hot and cold MEDEVAC training, rehearsing litter loading and unloading with rotary-wing aircraft. This training strengthens our ability to deliver timely, lifesaving care in any environment. We stay ready so others can survive. #training

Mission readiness starts with a clear view. 👁️ @WRNMMC_DHA's Refractive Surgery Center offers PRK & LASIK to help service members reduce dependence on glasses & enhance performance in the field. dha.mil/News/2026/02/1… @NavyMedicine @USNavy @MilitaryHealth @NavalAcademy

NEWS: Department of War Medical Genetics Center laboratory supports military medical facilities around the globe with centralized testing and consultative service. Full story: bit.ly/4rRK8A1

#DYK DHA’s integrated staffing model enables clinicians to move more seamlessly between military treatment facilities to sustain operations? Learn about how this staffing design supports mission success enterprise-wide: bit.ly/4kDyDty

While online tools like MHS GENESIS make access to health care easier, it’s important to exercise caution. Learn about how to spot scam sites and protect your information: bit.ly/46JFPhR

#DYK our Commanders-in-Chief drove medical tech that spurred medical innovation. 💉 Washington: Pioneered mass immunization for smallpox. 🚑 Lincoln: Revolutionized casualty evacuation. 🏥 FDR: Built the "Cathedral of Healing." #PresidentsDay #MilitaryMedicine

Military medicine research into cardiovascular disease doesn't just help service members—it changes the world. From pacemakers to trauma-induced heart recovery, we lead the way. Stay "Mission Ready" by knowing your numbers this #HeartMonth. 📈 #MilitaryMedicine #HeartHealth

#DYK TRICARE provides resources that can help you better understand and use your health care coverage? Learn about accessing patient advocates and more: bit.ly/4rQb96X

‘We Are a Combat Support Agency,’ says new DHA Director 
Vice Adm. Darin K. Via assumed the role of director of the Defense Health Agency on Monday, Feb. 2, 2026, setting a new, warfighter-focused course for the military’s vast health enterprise. dha.mil/News/2026/02/1…

USAMRICD completes landmark nerve agent treatment project developing a new model for testing nerve agent exposure and drug efficacy. dha.mil/News/2026/02/0…

NEWS: DHA teammates who excel at improving health and building readiness within the force honored during Employee Recognition Ceremony. Full story: bit.ly/4tnLrrQ

🥶 Cold weather doesn’t pause the mission. 🚑 @USNavy medical staff are mastering arctic driving in a Norwegian-led course in preparation for Exercise Cold Response 26 – ensuring we can operate and save lives alongside our @NATO allies in the harshest conditions. #WeAreNATO

Please join us in congratulating the recent graduates of the 66G (OB/GYN) Nursing Course here at CRDAMC! Read more here: facebook.com/share/p/184RWp… Interested in becoming an Army OB/GYN nurse? goarmy.com/careers-and-jo… #ArmyMedicine #DHA #CRDAMC #combatreadycare