Health

The 86th Medical Group’s Bioenvironmental Engineering Flight is pleased to present Ramstein Air Base’s Annual Drinking Water Quality Report. This report, which is required by Air Force Instruction and mirrors the Consumer Con­fi­dence Report required by the Environmental Protection Agency in the continental U.S., is designed to inform you about […]

The TRICARE Retiree Dental Program ends on Dec. 31, 2018. Beginning in 2019, dental and vision plans will be available through the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program. Now is a good time to become familiar with FEDVIP options. FEDVIP 2019 plans and rates will be online in the […]

Landstuhl Regional Medical Center welcomed its new command sergeant major during an assumption of responsibility ceremony with Command Sgt. Maj. Thurman Reynolds taking the helm Aug. 1 at the Landstuhl Fitness Center. Reynolds is the new senior enlisted leader for LRMC, the largest U.S. hospital outside the United States, which […]

The warm weather has finally showed up across Europe, and with that, comes the increased risk for heat-related illnesses. Last year, heat illnesses were responsible for more than 20 thousand lost or limited duty days. Heat-related illnesses, like heat exhaustion or heat stroke, result from the body not being able […]

Perhaps the most difficult part of seeking help for post-traumatic stress disorder is making that first appointment, since Airmen are often unsure of what to expect.

Historically, in military medicine, failure to align leadership priorities with clinical metrics and expectations has resulted in inefficient work processes, poor access, and decreased staff and patient satisfaction.

FALLS CHURCH, VA — Effective treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder is possible, but many Airmen falsely think seeking medical help for PTSD will hurt their career and will not help them get better. These stigmas and misconceptions create perceived barriers, preventing Airmen from seeking care. Delaying treatment can cause the […]