Are you approaching the age of 65? Unlock your health by signing up for Medicare as soon as you’re eligible. Medicare Part A and Part B are required to remain eligible for TRICARE, with limited exceptions. Knowing how and when to sign up for Medicare will help you avoid gaps in coverage and late enrollment penalties.

What’s on your to-do list this summer? Maybe you’re planning to spend time at the pool, go to a barbecue, or take a vacation. But don’t take a vacation from your health this summer. Here are four suggested ways you can use your TRICARE benefits this summer.

Do you have an upcoming trip? TRICARE covers you whether you travel across the country or around the world. Whether you’re heading out for business or taking a family vacation, understanding your coverage options helps you stay prepared for any health issues that might arise.

Did you know you can help improve health care for service members, veterans, and their family members? You’re invited to join virtual focus groups! The next focus group will discuss osteoarthritis care on June 27 at 2 p.m. ET.

You may have heard of multi-capable Airmen working on the flight line and in aircraft hangars, here at the 49th Medical Group they’re training multi-capable medics to work in the clinic. Medic-X is a program implemented in the 49th MDG last year designed to train Airmen from different medical careers to provide life-saving measures in emergency situations and relief in daily operations.

The PFAC program was established in the U.S. Air Force in 2017. Holloman’s PFAC is composed of 17 members including retirees, active duty personnel and dependents. Each month the PFAC meets with 49th MDG leaders to discuss direct feedback received from patrons and search for ways to improve clinic operations and processes.

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.