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Community invited to LRMC 65th anniversary open house

Community invited to LRMC 65th anniversary open house

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Landstuhl Regional Medical Center

This year, Landstuhl Regional Medical Center is celebrating 65 years of safe, quality care to our Armed Forces, retired service members, federal civilians and family members, as well as our valued partnerships with host nation organizations who have significantly contributed to the health and well-being of our patients. Anyone with […]

September 27, 2018 ×

Features, Health

Measles outbreak in Europe continues

by Ashley Patoka
Regional Health Command Europe

Army Medicine officials urge vaccination Adults and children not vaccinated for measles could be at risk for contracting the illness as a result of an ongoing measles outbreak in several European countries. Regional Health Com-mand Europe officials recommend families review their vaccination records to ensure everyone is fully vaccinated against […]

September 6, 2018 ×

Health

Fluoride: Nature’s cavity fighter

by Airman 1st Class Mia Johnson
and Capt. Emily Steiner
86th Dental Squadron

In the year 2018, we know more about dental therapeutic agents than ever before. However, the positive effects of fluoride have been documented since 1901. It has been established that children who have the advantage of optimal fluoride, a parent-assisted oral hygiene program, proper diet and regular dental visits have […]

August 30, 2018 ×

Health

LRMC pharmacists make finalist cut for national award

LRMC pharmacists make finalist cut for national award

by Stacy Sanning
Public Affairs Specialist
Landstuhl Regional Medical Center

Two Landstuhl Regional Medical Center pharmacists were selected as finalists for the Next Generation Pharmacist awards, competing against fellow military pharmacists as well as their civilian sector peers.  LRMC Deputy Director of Pharmacy U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Julie Meek is a finalist for the Health-System Pharmacist category and LRMC […]

August 16, 2018 ×

Health

Summary of 2018 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report

Summary of 2018 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report

by 86th Medical Group Bioenvironmental Engineering Flight
86th Medical Group

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 […]

August 9, 2018 ×

Health

FEDVIP is coming: Get to know dental, vision plans today

FEDVIP is coming: Get to know dental, vision plans today

by TRICARE Communications

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 […]

August 9, 2018 ×

Health

Giant Hogweed sows seeds of discomfort in Germany

Giant Hogweed sows seeds of discomfort in Germany

by Juergen Schwarz
U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Safety Office

Enormous plants that cause painful burns, scarring and blindness may sound like something from a science-fiction movie, but they are real and have been found in Enkenbach-Alsenborn and the Glantal at district of Kusel, Germany. Giant Hogweed or Heracleum mantegazzianum is a noxious weed that can grow up to 18 […]

August 9, 2018 ×

Health, News

New top enlisted advisor joins LRMC

New top enlisted advisor joins LRMC

by Stacy M. Sanning
Regional Health Command Europe

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 […]

August 9, 2018 ×

Health

Keep cool and protect yourself from heat-related illnesses

Keep cool and protect yourself from heat-related illnesses

by Ashley Patoka
Regional Health Command Europe

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 […]

August 2, 2018 ×

Health

Peek behind the curtain: Prolonged exposure therapy for PTSD

Peek behind the curtain: Prolonged exposure therapy for PTSD

by Shireen Bedi
Air Force Surgeon General Public Affairs

Post-traumatic stress disorder can be debilitating, but there are therapies that can reduce symptoms, improve quality of life, and help Airmen return to duty. One of the most effective therapies, practiced by many Air Force mental health professionals, is prolonged exposure therapy. PTSD symptoms can create a network of fear. […]

July 26, 2018 ×