October 15, 2026
Military health

DARPA-Backed Synthetic Blood: The Next Test for ErythroMer

ErythroMer's reported storage design could matter for military care. An academic review still lists it as preclinical, with human evidence ahead.

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October 12, 2026
Military health

The Proposed Expansion of VA Dental Care for Enrolled Veterans

Disabled American Veterans supports H.R. 210, a proposal to expand comprehensive VA dental care eligibility to all enrolled veterans. Here is what you need to know.

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October 12, 2026
Military health

Combat Conditions Expose Gaps in Battlefield Evacuation and TBI Care

A recent investigation highlights severe gaps in battlefield medical evacuation and emphasizes the critical need for continuous traumatic brain injury tracking for troops.

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October 11, 2026
Military health

Military Beneficiaries Face Medical Record Hurdles After Health Portal Shift to myAuth

The Defense Health Agency's transition from DS Logon to myAuth disrupted MHS GENESIS record access. Learn how to navigate these patient portal login changes.

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October 10, 2026
Military health

How the October DEERS Outage Impacts TRICARE Beneficiaries

A planned October DEERS outage temporarily limits TRICARE eligibility verification. Learn how this cloud migration affects pharmacies and Open Season updates.

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October 8, 2026
Military health

Uniformed Services University Outlines Military Medicine Strategy for Prolonged Field Care

The Uniformed Services University published its 2026 to 2029 strategic plan focusing on prolonged field care, digital transformation, and medical readiness.

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October 7, 2026
Military health

The 2026 VA and DoD Clinical Practice Guideline on Menopause

The VA and DoD released the 2026 Clinical Practice Guideline on Menopause. Learn how the 43 evidence-based recommendations impact military and veteran care.

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October 4, 2026
Military health

Researchers Test Drones for Battlefield Plasma Delivery

Researchers delivered freeze-dried plasma via drone to 26 wounded Ukrainian personnel. Learn how this shelf-stable logistics model impacts military health.

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October 3, 2026
Military health

Updated Military Tobacco Care Standards Address Modern Nicotine Products and Hesitant Users

In 2026, the VA and DoD updated their joint tobacco-treatment clinical guidance. The 32 recommendations address patients not ready to quit, vaping, and relapse.

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October 3, 2026
Military health

The Army's 2026 Brain Health Update: Tracking Cognitive Baselines

The Army reports 97 percent of Soldiers have completed its cognitive baseline assessment. Learn how this data tracks blast exposure and supports veteran health.

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October 2, 2026
Military health

The VA's 2026 Veteran Suicide Prevention Report Data Broken Down

The VA’s 2026 Annual Report analyzes veteran suicide data through 2024, highlighting outcomes for enrolled and unenrolled veterans alongside protocol updates.

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October 1, 2026
Military health

Sampled Secures Up to $27.1 Million Deal to Run Genetic Analyses for Veteran Health Study

Sampled received a $27.1 million VA contract to expand the Million Veteran Program. Learn how this genetic data impacts veteran health research and care.

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October 1, 2026
Military health

How VA Research Translates to Veteran Healthcare Decisions

A recent VA update details how Million Veteran Program research informs clinical care. Learn how study data shapes future veteran medical decisions.

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September 30, 2026
Military health

Understanding Concussion as Brain Injury: New Insights for Women Veterans

Stanford neurosurgeon Odette Harris discusses treating concussion as a brain injury and addresses the overlooked effects of TBI in women veterans.

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September 30, 2026
Military health

TRICARE Fraud Conviction Highlights the Need to Verify Medical Providers

A federal jury convicted a Texas clinic owner in a $26 million TRICARE fraud scheme. Learn how to verify medical providers and protect your veteran benefits.

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September 29, 2026
Military health

Monitoring Blast Exposures After the Strait of Hormuz Missile Strike

Reviewing the September 2026 missile strike in the Strait of Hormuz, and why returning to duty requires ongoing monitoring for traumatic brain injuries.

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September 28, 2026
Military health

Evaluating New Evidence on Substance Use and Telehealth Care for Veterans

A September 2026 clinical digest reviews the association between substance use and suicidality among women veterans, alongside new data on telehealth outcomes.

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September 27, 2026
Military health

78 Percent of VA Hospitals Earn Four or Five Stars in Latest CMS Ratings

A new CMS report reveals 78 percent of VA hospitals earned four or five stars in overall quality. Learn what these ratings mean for your healthcare choices.

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