As graduation season arrives, TRICARE-eligible young adults and their family members should understand how this milestone affects their TRICARE health coverage. Here’s what you need to know about TRICARE health plan options for young adults.

When you’re covered by a TRICARE health plan, you also have pharmacy coverage through the TRICARE Pharmacy Program. You should be familiar with certain terms that can help you make the most of your pharmacy benefit, including prior authorization. Prior authorization is a routine process to ensure your prescription drug is medically necessary and cost effective.

Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is a common, contagious viral infection, particularly in children under five years old. While cases can occur year-round, they often see an increase in the spring and fall, especially in regions with fluctuating climates like those across Europe. Recent reports indicate a slight uptick in cases across several European countries in the past month.

Suicidal thoughts can be experienced by anyone and are a serious mental health concern. If you or someone you know is struggling, reach out. Help is available, and TRICARE is here to support you.

Naval Hospital and all Branch Clinics are offering COVID vaccines

Due to the rise of COVID-19 infections in our local area, effective Friday, 6 August, NMRTC/Naval Hospital Pensacola will be reducing entry points to the following areas:

Sailors from Expeditionary Medical Facility - Lima returned home to Naval Hospital Pensacola (NHP) Sept. 10, from deployment to the Texas Rio Grande Valley.

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

Need technical assistance with accessing the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal? Beneficiaries are encouraged to contact the Defense Manpower Data Center web support.

This video is an introduction to the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal.

Are you feeling anxious or on edge? TRICARE covers mental health services that can help.