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Improving Health and Building Readiness. Anytime, Anywhere - Always

We are an integrated combat support agency, with a global team of nearly 130,000 civilians and military personnel, serving 9.5M beneficiaries and supporting 700+ hospitals and clinics in the Military Health System.

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America's Medical Combat Support Agency

Our combat support capabilities are wide-ranging as the medical support for military combat operations. We deliver health surveillance, medical research, and medical education and training. We also manage the Armed Services Blood Program, the Joint Trauma System, and the Armed Forces Medical Examiner System. 

America's Medical Combat Support Agency

My Military Health

We’re changing the way we deliver the care you need. With My Military Health, you’ll enjoy a simpler and more flexible health care experience.

My Military Health

Log Into MHS GENESIS

The MHS GENESIS Patient Portal is a secure website that gives you 24/7 access to your medical and dental records. Book appointments, renew or refill your prescriptions, communicate with your healthcare team and more!


A Modern and Transformative Strategy

We are transforming everything about our business and our care model. We are putting our patients and our workforce at the center of our decision-making. By doing so, we will generate more value and more impact, positioning ourselves to adapt and thrive for the long term.

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Our strategy centers around four core focus areas:

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Quality & Safety

We prioritize wellness by emphasizing safe, evidence-based care

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Patient Experience

We collaborate with the patient to improve their wellbeing

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Staff Experience

We foster a workforce that is engaged, empowered, and healthy

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Resourcing

We will remain responsible stewards of our resources

Featured News

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Mission readiness recognition… Chief Master Sergeant Tanya Y. Johnson, Defense Health Agency’s senior enlisted leader presents a personal challenge coin to Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Cade Crenshaw, assigned to Naval Hospital Bremerton Mental Health Directorate as a behavioral health technician, acknowledging his contributions as a deckplate leader.  (Official Navy photo by Douglas H. Stutz, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton public affairs officer).

Naval Hospital Bremerton hosts DHA Senior Enlisted Leader

April 24, 2025

Crenshaw, with other behavioral health technicians, pioneered a high level of clinical involvement.

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News Section

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth signs a memorandum regarding medical waivers at the Pentagon, April 24, 2025.
Defense Secretary Orders Review of Medical Standards for Military Enlistment
April 28, 2025

The memo, addressed to senior Pentagon leadership, ensures recruits meet the high physical and mental standards required for service.

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U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 35th Medical Group simulate medical treatment for a casualty actor during an Emergency Management exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 28, 2024. Routine exercises enable the 35th Fighter Wing to assess and enhance its emergency management capabilities, preparing it to address emerging threats and challenges while deterring adversaries by demonstrating its readiness and adaptability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle)
Air Force medical leaders address reorganization challenges
April 28, 2025

While change may create temporary uncertainty, it’s critical to understand this transformation is designed to empower installation commanders, not hinder them.

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One of the displays for the AFDIL meet & greet on International DNA Day, April 25, 2025 at the Armed Forces Medical Examiner System, Dover Air Force Base, Del.
DNA...It's In Our Blood
April 25, 2025

In 2003, the United States Senate and House of Representatives declared April 25th “DNA Day”.

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Upcoming Events

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April 28, 2025

2025 Military Health System Conference

The 2025 MHS Conference will be held April 28 - May 2, 2025 at the Huntington Convention Center in Cleveland, Ohio.

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AFCEA 2025
May 19, 2025
AFCEA Belvoir Industry Days 2025

This event brings together government leaders, industry innovators, and military professionals.

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Mary Lewis with the 121st Air Refueling Wing Medical Group administers an immunization shot to Lt. Col. Matt Boyle at Rickenbacker Air National Guard Base, Ohio, May 18, 2024. Medical readiness is a critical piece of keeping Airmen healthy and prepared to complete the mission. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Wendy Kuhn)
May 21, 2025
Immunization Essentials Course, May 2025

A virtual two-day course that trains healthcare personnel in vaccine policy, vaccine safety, and effectiveness.

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Memorial Day Tour at the National Museum of Health and Medicine
May 25, 2025
2025 Memorial Day Tour

Join us for a special Memorial Day Tour at the National Museum of Health and Medicine.

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