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.

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.

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.

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.

Lyster Army Health Clinic opened the hangar doors at Yano Hall to welcome Retired Soldiers for Life and their families to the annual Fort Novosel Retiree Health Fair during Retiree Appreciation Day events on Friday, October 25. Over 245 retirees took advantage of the health and wellness activities, and booth displays.

Army Aviators are subject to various physical and psychological stresses, timely access to specialized medical care is essential to address these challenges and maintain optimal performance. Specialized care teams within a military treatment facility that focus on the unique needs of aviators can improve access to appropriate care.

Lyster Army Health Clinic hosted a health and wellness fair on July 11, 2024, in celebration of Brig. Gen. Theodore Lyster’s 149th birthday, the clinic’s namesake. The day provided patients and staff an educational and interactive event that focused on preventive health and wellness information. Booths offered help with nutritional goals, mental health, preventive screenings, plus a myriad of other wellness resources.

The local coffee shop at Lyster Army Health Clinic was the perfect setting for Fort Novosel’s Criminal Investigation Division (CID) to host their Coffee with a Cop event on Friday, June 28. As part of Department of the Army CID’s Domestic Violence Awareness Campaign, the event provided an opportunity to engage with the local community in a casual environment where participants could enjoy a cup of coffee while learning about the signs, risks, and repercussions of domestic violence.

The Defense Health Agency's Senior Enlisted Leader, Chief Master Sgt. Tanya Y. Johnson, provides a message about TRICARE Open Season 2024.

TRICARE Open Season is Nov. 11–Dec. 10, 2024. Open season applies to you if you're enrolled in or eligible for TRICARE Prime, the US Family Health Plan, or TRICARE Select.

TRICARE Open Season is Nov. 11–Dec. 10, 2024. Even if you're not changing your plan, you may need to take action due to region changes taking effect on Jan. 1, 2025.

TRICARE covers age-appropriate doses of vaccines, as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.