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The Defense Health Agency’s Virtual Education Center is an online educational platform with more than 50,000 resources covering 60 medical topics. The Virtual Education Center puts the power in your hands to research health topics before you talk to your provider.

Visit our new Virtual Education Center!

The Defense Health Agency’s Virtual Education Center is an online educational platform with more than 50,000 resources covering 60 medical topics. The Virtual Education Center puts the power in your hands to research health topics before you talk to your provider.

MHS Genesis

MHS GENESIS is Here! The Department of Defense's new electronic health record (EHR), MHS GENESIS, is now live at Naval Health Clinic Annapolis and its branch clinics. MHS GENESIS provides you and your care team enhanced, secure technology to manage your health information.

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Activate Refills on Patient Portal

Learn how to activate prescription refills using the MHS Genesis Patient Portal. What You’ll Learn: - How to navigate the portal like a pro - The crucial “RX Refill” tab and what it offers - Managing multiple patients’ medications seamlessly - Insider tips on prescription expiration dates - A step-by-step guide to refilling your meds Whether you’re a seasoned user or a newbie, this video will empower you to take charge of your health with just a few clicks.

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TRICARE News and Updates

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Get Vaccinated With TRICARE: RSV Immunizations Offer Protection for High-Risk Individuals

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.

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Reminder: New TRICARE Regional Contracts in the U.S. in 2025

Changes are coming to TRICARE’s regional contracts Jan. 1, 2025. These changes will affect you if you live in the U.S. The key to a smooth transition is to take a few simple steps now, before the end of the year.

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New Prescription Refill System Coming to Military Pharmacies: What To Know

Do you get your prescriptions at a military pharmacy in the U.S.? You should know that the Defense Health Agency is upgrading to a new prescription refill system at military pharmacies. The new Interactive Voice Response system will help standardize refill notices.

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Check the TRICARE Network Provider Directories Ahead of 2025

If you get care outside of a military hospital or clinic, it’s important to understand your civilian provider options. TRICARE’s new regional contracts, which begin Jan. 1, 2025, will affect the TRICARE provider networks in the U.S. You’re now able to check the network provider directories for both the East Region and West Region.

Naval Health Clinic News and Updates

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Unlock Your Health With Patient Advocates and Beneficiary Counseling and Assistance Coordinators

Did you know that military hospitals and clinics come with a support staff of people who can help you navigate the health care process? You can find patient advocates and Beneficiary Counseling and Assistance Coordinators at military hospitals and clinics in the National Capital Region.

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Unlock Your Health With Preventive Care

Preventive health services play a key role in your long-term physical and mental health. Learn more about the benefits of preventive health care and how TRICARE covers these services.

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Unlock Your Health by Getting Vaccinated

Getting vaccinated is one of the most effective and easy things you can do to prevent diseases, serious illness, and disability. It’s easy to get your free vaccines at military hospitals and clinics in the National Capital Region.

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Unlock Your Health Through the MHS Nurse Advice Line

Need health care guidance? TRICARE has a service called the Military Health System Nurse Advice Line that can help.

DOD Safe Helpline

DOD Safe Helpline

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Links to 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

DOD Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office

DOD Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office

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