#MilitaryHealth
Today I had the privilege of visiting Capitol Hill with some of my current and former students to meet with Senator LTC (Ret.) Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and discuss health policy and the military. She’s absolutely lovely!
#HealthPolicy #MilitaryHealth #Fieldtrip
December 5, 2024 at 11:52 PM
On March 14, veterans will march in all 50 state capitals to protest #Trump admin budget cuts to the #VA. Many face long wait times, understaffing, and high suicide rates. They demand better healthcare and support.

#VeteransMarch #SupportOurVets #VAFunding #MilitaryHealth
March 9, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Please join me in the Marriott Marquis Salon at 2 pm for insights into the @MilitaryHealth System. How have changes in care impacted avoidable hospitalizations? Is primary care ‘better’ in MTFs or in the US private sector? @TRICARE @PublicHealth
I'm going to APHA’s 2025 Annual Meeting and Expo, November 2-5 in Washington, D.C.! Will I see you there? Register today to connect with me and 12,000 public health professionals and partners from around the world. #APHA2025 #PublicHealth
November 2, 2025 at 4:38 PM
Thank you to our gov't, research & industry colleagues for making 2024 a fabulous year! The @MilitaryHealth System does not sleep, so we are back at it early to improve healthcare for the @DeptofDefense & the Nation.
January 2, 2025 at 1:55 PM
Texas clinic owner convicted in $26M military health fraud tied to gold-plated Cybertruck #HealthFraud #MilitaryHealth #Cybertruck #FraudPrevention #Tesla
Texas clinic owner convicted in $26M military health fraud tied to gold-plated Cybertruck
Kevin D. Curry used TRICARE kickbacks to fund a gold-plated Tesla Cybertruck and lavish parties after billing $26 million in fake TMS therapy claims.
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September 27, 2026 at 5:20 PM
A flu outbreak at a Texas Air Force Base is fueling debate over the Pentagon's decision to end the military's flu vaccine mandate.

#fluseason #militaryhealth #vaccinepolicy
Flu outbreak tests new Pentagon vaccine policy
A flu outbreak at a Texas Air Force Base is fueling debate over the Pentagon's decision to end the military's flu vaccine mandate. Former military health official Jose Sanchez explains the stakes.
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June 21, 2026 at 5:15 AM
Posting for my Leidos QTC colleagues. Great opportunities to support #Veterans and #MilitaryHealth #MedSky

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March 2, 2025 at 1:30 PM
New Research from PRC:
Alcohol Use + Feelings of Belonging - Suicide Risk among the Military: The Moderating Effect of PTSD during COVID-19
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#alcoholawareness #military #ptsdawareness #PTSD #alcohol #PublicHealth #suicicideawarness #suicide #militaryhealth #militarylife
December 10, 2025 at 1:33 AM
Racial & ethnic disparities in #RenalCellCarcinoma treatment & outcomes within an equal access healthcare setting. Findings underscore complexity of disparities beyond access. Though equitable access is essential, it may not always be sufficient to eliminate cancer care disparities.
#MilitaryHealth
April 22, 2025 at 5:22 PM
I’m speaking at the 2025 @bsacp.org.uk Conference on abortion experiences of UK servicewomen.

Privileged to share our findings and explore how policy, practice & culture can better support those who serve.

Let me know if you are planning to attend!

#BSACP2025 #MilitaryHealth #Medsky
September 17, 2025 at 6:36 PM
Military reinstates flu shot requirements for recruits after Air Force outbreak at Lackland AFB grows to 222 cases. #MilitaryHealth #News
Military services again requiring recruits to get flu shots as Air Force outbreak grows
Military reinstates flu shot requirements for recruits after Air Force outbreak at Lackland AFB grow...
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June 25, 2026 at 1:50 AM
😴 New study finds that frequent consumption of caffeinated, sugary, and energy drinks is linked to less sleep and more fatigue in soldiers. Could your drink habits be impacting your recovery? www.news-medical.net/news/2026090... #SleepScience #MilitaryHealth @mdpiopenaccess.bsky.social
A common drink pattern was linked to less sleep and more fatigue in soldiers
A cross-sectional study of 1,155 active-duty Spanish Army personnel identified three distinct co-consumption profiles based on the frequency of caffeinated beverage, energy drink, and sugar-sweetened ...
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September 9, 2026 at 12:15 AM
Looking for a helpful infographic on active duty military servicemembers and their transition to veterans status? #veteranshealth #militaryhealth #veterans Take a look at this - www.congress.gov/crs-product/...
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March 14, 2025 at 2:41 PM
We are seeking experts w/ experience in survey design & methods, #VeteransHealth, toxicology, clinical medicine, #Biostatistics, & #Epidemiology, for a new study on the health of veterans who served at Fort McClellan between 1979-1999. Nominate by 11/6: https://ow.ly/R2vg50Xea2w #MilitaryHealth
October 21, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Ninth month on a rock in the desert, running out of water and sanity, and we act like surprise. This isn’t just poor planning; it’s institutional neglect disguised as duty. They keep sending bodies into hell without the basics to survive it. #MilitaryHealth #USSAbrahamLincoln
Multiple USS Abraham Lincoln sailors have tried to go overboard amid extended deployment, families say
Multiple sailors aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln have attempted to go overboard as the carrier's deployment stretches into its ninth month.
www.militarytimes.com
August 12, 2026 at 3:53 PM
Lyme disease is surging in MI, posing a higher risk for service members on bases like Camp Grayling & Selfridge ANGB due to outdoor training. Stay vigilant & take preventative measures against ticks! #LymeDisease #Michigan #MilitaryHealth

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Lyme disease rising in Michigan, health officials say
The tick-borne illness surpassed 1,200 cases reported in 2024.
www.detroitnews.com
May 23, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Pentagon reinstates mandatory flu shots for all military recruits after a flu outbreak at Lackland AFB sickened nearly 300. #MilitaryHealth #News
Pentagon restores mandatory flu shots for all recruits as boot camp outbreak sickens nearly 300
Pentagon reinstates mandatory flu shots for all military recruits after a flu outbreak at Lackland A...
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June 25, 2026 at 10:29 AM
#NewPublication
'The time has come for a concentrated effort...to promote the advancement + inclusion of creative arts therapies into appropriate clinical settings'
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#veteranshealth #militaryhealth #militaryconnected #creativeartstherapies
Creative Arts Therapies in Rehabilitation
Appreciation for the utility of creative arts therapy in rehabilitation is on the rise. The limitations of conventional approaches to address posttrau…
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November 24, 2024 at 10:44 AM
Military entomology: Babesia microti-infected I. scapularis ticks expanding in DE, MD, VA. New babesiosis risk. Increased threat in these areas. #Ticks #Babesiosis #MilitaryHealth

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Emerging babesiosis in the mid-Atlantic: autochthonous human babesiosis cases and Babesia microti (Piroplasmida: Babesiidae) in Ixodes scapularis (Acari: Ixodidae) and Ixodes keiransi (Acari: Ixodidae...
Abstract. The range of Babesia microti (Franca, 1910)-infected ticks is expanding, resulting in locally acquired human babesiosis cases occurring in new ar
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May 14, 2025 at 3:49 PM
An Air Force training facility at Joint Base San Antonio is experiencing a flu outbreak with at least 159 cases and two hospitalizations among recruits. This follows the end of mandatory flu vaccination. #militaryhealth #News
Flu outbreak among Air Force recruits at Joint Base San Antonio after Hegseth ends mandatory flu vaccine
An Air Force training facility at Joint Base San Antonio is experiencing a flu outbreak with at leas...
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June 18, 2026 at 10:28 PM
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth just removed the requirement for service members to get the flu shot. This week I look at the histories of infectious disease and vaccination through the ages to determine if this will impact battle readiness.

#vaccines #flushot #militaryhealth #battlereadiness
Infectious Disease in War Through the Ages: Should Vaccination be Compulsory for Our Troops?
Secretary of Defense (aka Secretary of War) Pete Hegseth announced last week that the influenza vaccine would no longer be compulsory for…
medium.com
May 4, 2026 at 4:12 PM
Pentagon Implements Testosterone Screening for Male Service Members Aged 30 and Older

🤖 IA: It's not clickbait ✅
👥 Users: It's not clickbait ✅

#militaryhealth #testosteronescreening #pentagonpolicy

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Pentagon Implements Testosterone Screening for Male Service Members Aged 30 and Older
The Pentagon has republished clinical guidance on its testosterone screening program for all male service members aged 30 and older, outlining details of the policy that has raised questions among some experts over its scientific basis. According to the updated guidelines, the screening will apply to male troops only, with rules for females to be released later, as officials stated. The policy, which was initially introduced in 2026, aims to address potential health concerns related to low testosterone levels among military personnel. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth was mentioned in the article as walking past members of the National Guard at an event this summer in Washington, D.C., though the specific connection to the policy is not elaborated. The Washington Post article, authored by Aoife Walsh and Victoria Craw, highlights that the Pentagon's decision has sparked debate within the medical and military communities, with some experts questioning the scientific foundation of the screening program. The article also notes that the policy is part of broader health initiatives within the military, though specific details about the implementation timeline and the criteria for testing have not been fully disclosed. The Pentagon's guidance emphasizes the importance of early detection and management of low testosterone, which can affect physical performance and overall health. However, critics argue that the policy may lead to unnecessary medical interventions without sufficient evidence supporting its necessity. The article concludes by noting that the Pentagon has not provided a clear rationale for the age cutoff of 30, which has been a point of contention among health professionals. The Washington Post's coverage of this issue underscores the ongoing challenges in balancing military health protocols with evidence-based medical practices.
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September 18, 2026 at 3:22 PM