03/16/2023
Interior Communications Electrician 3rd Class Lauren Ezell and Lt. Cmdr. Ashly Wisniewski speak about naval heritage to celebrate women's history month. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Louis Lea)
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Welcome to the official page of the Navy and Marine Corps Public Health Center (NMCPHC). Our vision is Protection through Prevention.
We execute the Naval Public Health mission by providing health readiness to operating forces and shore command stakeholders across the full range of military commands and civilian organizations in Navy, Marine Corps, and joint environments. Health Readiness is provided through force health protection and risk mitigation capabilities to numerous customers that exist in these environments, including
Naval vessels; shore commands and barracks; joint forces personnel; Medical staff (Fleet and MTF—deployed and garrison), DoD personnel, veterans, and dependents. These categories of customers are located across the globe—from a ship in port in San Diego to a deployed regiment in Afghanistan. Outside of the customer community, additional stakeholders to the Naval Public Health mission include sources of funding and policy/regulatory requirements. These organizations have impact to or influence over the programs and services provided by NMCPHC.
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03/15/2023
March is Red Cross Month. Since its founding by Clara Barton on May 21, 1881, the American Red Cross has been dedicated to serving needy people. They received their first congressional charter in 1900 and to this day are tasked by the federal government with providing services to members of the American armed forces and their families and disaster relief in the United States and around the world.”
03/14/2023
March is National Kidney Month. The kidneys, two bean-shaped organs located in the back of the abdomen, perform crucial functions to filter out toxins, produce red blood cells, and regulate ph. They filter about half a cup of blood every hour! When kidneys fail to function properly, waste builds up in the blood, leading to a weakened system and a host of problems like anemia, nerve damage, and high blood pressure. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects more than 1 in 7 American adults.
03/13/2023
Today kicks off the start of Sleep Awareness Week! Sleep Awareness Week celebrates sleep health and encourages the public to prioritize sleep to improve their overall health and well-being. Be sure to snuggle up and catch some Zs whenever possible because you deserve some rest!
03/13/2023
Today we celebrate K9 Veterans Day! K-9s serve vital roles in the military and law enforcement. K9 dogs have been around ever since 1942 when an organization called Dogs for Defense was founded to train dogs to be sentries for supply depots. The U.S. Army approved the program in March 1942, and the U.S. Army K9 Corps was founded on March 13, 1942.
03/12/2023
As the Department of Defense commemorates International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, we reflect on our progress toward gender equity and equality at home and abroad, celebrating the invaluable expertise of women throughout DoD.
03/12/2023
Patient Safety Awareness Week (PSAW) starts today! This week-long observation serves as a national education campaign for promoting patient safety practices. The Military Health System (MHS) focuses on providing quality care for patients while keeping them safe and free from harm. We recognize health care professionals, non-clinical staff, patients, and families all have a role to play in healthcare safety.
03/11/2023
Don’t forget to adjust your clocks tonight! Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday, at 2:00 A.M. At this time, we “spring forward” one hour!
03/11/2023
It’s Irish American Heritage Month! Irish-American Heritage Month is celebrated by the proclamation of the President and Congress in the United States to honor the achievements and contributions of Irish immigrants and their descendants living in the United States. It was first celebrated in 1991. Heritage month is in March to coincide with Saint Patrick's Day, the Irish national holiday on March 17.
03/10/2023
March happens to be National Nutrition Month! As an educational campaign, National Nutrition Month highlights the importance of a balanced diet and fitness. Our overall health is balanced with diet, exercise, rest, and hereditary traits. While we do not have control over heredity, we do control the other three, and nutrition is one of the biggest factors! Most studies agree that a healthy diet comprises fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean meats, and proteins.
03/09/2023
March is Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month. The most common form is hemophilia, which is a genetic disease found in every 1 in 5,000 boys but is very rarely reported in girls. Around 20,000 people in the U.S. live with hemophilia, and those who have it can bleed inside or outside the body. They bleed less than those who do not have it, but the bleeding lasts longer.
03/08/2023
Multiple Sclerosis is a central nervous system disease affecting nearly three million people worldwide. To learn more about MS and to understand the condition: https://www.va.gov/MS/index.aspMultiple Sclerosis Centers of Excellence webpage
03/08/2023
Today is International Women's Day (IWD), celebrating women's historical, cultural, and political achievements. The day is also observed in support of taking action against gender inequality worldwide. The first International Women’s Conference was organized in August 1910 by Clara Zetkin, a German suffragist and leader in the Women’s Office. In the following years, the Women’s Suffrage movement took shape, and on August 18, 1920, the 19th Amendment was ratified, providing women the right to vote in the U.S.
03/07/2023
Each March, the Department of Defense (DoD) pays tribute to the women who, through their determination and contributions, have shaped America’s history and whose efforts continue to pave the way forward. To learn more, please feel free to check out https://nationalwomenshistoryalliance.org/ or https://www.womenshistory.org/.
03/07/2023
Lailatul Barat also known as Shab-e-Barat, commemorates the night that Muslims believe God descends from heaven and forgives sins very generously. It is considered one of the holiest nights in the Islamic Calendar. -e-Barat
03/06/2023
It’s National Dentist’s Day! Today we thank our doctors in the dental field because it’s National Dentist’s Day! Dentists help prevent, diagnose, and treat oral diseases, monitor the growth of our teeth and jaws, and perform surgical procedures on our teeth and mouths! Dental health is integral to our overall health, so today, we salute them for keeping our teeth looking good and our bodies in tip-top shape!
03/06/2023
Happy Holika Dahan! Holi, the festival of colors, marks the beginning of spring and the end of winter. The festival signifies the triumph of good over evil. The color and vibrancy of the festival represent the different aspects of life. The festival reminds us that we are all different. Still, we are all united by our humanity, and it is a time to come together, celebrate our commonalities, and build bridges of understanding and respect.
03/05/2023
Today kicks off Dental Assistants Recognition Week! Dental assistants are integral members of a dental team helping patients improve their oral hygiene skills, preparing patients for dental procedures, taking dental impressions, exposing dental radiographs, infection control, recording patient notes, and scheduling appointments. There are more than 300,000 Dental Assistants in the United States.
03/04/2023
Today is World Obesity Day. DYK obesity is responsible for several illnesses, including diabetes. Obesity is also a contributing factor in liver disease, heart disease and some forms of cancer. World Obesity Day also highlights the environmental and medical factors that contribute to high obesity rates, such as creating more spaces in our communities for athletic activities and public education.
03/03/2023
Today is World Hearing Day, raising public awareness about how to avoid deafness and hearing impairment, as well as to support ear and hearing care around the world.
03/03/2023
Today is National Anthem Day! Today observe the songs nations around the world have adopted and chosen to represent their national identity. For America, that song is the Star-Spangled Banner, which Francis Scott Key wrote during the Battle of Fort McHenry in the War of 1812. Key was offshore aboard a Navy ship while waiting to assist in negotiating a release of a friend captured by the British when he witnessed the battle.
03/03/2023
Happy Birthday to the U.S. Navy Reserve, which is turning 108 today! Today commemorates the establishment of the United States Navy Reserve. Established in 1915, the United States Navy Reserve is over a century younger than the U.S. Navy!
03/02/2023
Today we observe World Teen Mental Health Day, a moment to educate everyone and destigmatize something that is becoming increasingly common. The World Health Organization estimates that 10–20% of adolescents experience mental health conditions, most of which begin by the age of 14 and are undetected and untreated. The most serious issue related to mental health is a su***de, which is the third leading cause of death for those between the age of 15 and 19.
02/28/2023
Today’s Navy and Marine Corps Public Health Center's Black History Month highlight is Bessie Coleman! We hope you have enjoyed learning about and celebrating the medical and military professionals featured this month with us!
02/27/2023
Today’s Navy and Marine Corps Public Health The Center's Black History Month highlight is Doris Miller! We hope you have enjoyed learning about and celebrating the medical and military professionals featured this month with us!
02/26/2023
It’s National Pistachio Day! Known as the “happy nut” in China and the “smiling nut” in the Middle East, pistachios have a unique, small shape but pack a powerfully nutritious punch. Aside from having a great smile, these vibrant green nuts are an excellent source of vitamin B6, copper, manganese and a good source of protein, fiber, thiamine and phosphorus.
02/25/2023
Caring for service members and their families is an honor we don’t take lightly. Thank you for trusting us to provide you with health care.
02/24/2023
Today’s Navy and Marine Corps Public Health Center's Black History Month highlight is Patricia Era Bath! She has had many achievements and accomplishments during her career. We hope you have enjoyed learning about and celebrating the medical and military professionals featured this month with us!
02/23/2023
February is Black History Month; here is a brief look back from Civil Rights era footage to the current day. “I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character. I have a dream today.” – Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
https://www.dvidshub.net/video/785509/black-history-month
02/22/2023
From our partners at WarfighterWellness: weight control is the #1 thing you can do to keep your heart healthy. Use the “plate method” to get daily balanced nutrition. https://www.nutrition.va.gov/docs/UpdatedPatientEd/HealthyPlateHTK_2018.pdf#
02/21/2023
Today’s Navy and Marine Corps Public Health Center's highlight is Alexander Thomas Augusta, MD! Doctor Augusta has had many achievements and accomplishments during his career. We hope you have enjoyed learning about and celebrating the medical and military professionals featured this month with us!
02/20/2023
Today is Love Your Pet Day!!! The purpose of this holiday is to encourage pet owners to spend some time with their pets and show them the love and affection they deserve. It doesn’t matter if you own a cat, dog, bird, fish or reptile, today is the day to pamper them and show them how much they mean to you. Spending time with our little buddies can lead to reduction in stress, which can also result in lowering blood pressure!
02/20/2023
Every third Monday in February, we celebrate Presidents’ Day. Originally the holiday was observed on the birthday of our first president George Washington, born on Feb. 22nd; it later also included Abraham Lincoln’s, which is the 12th. The holiday now recognizes all who have occupied the highest office in the United States!
02/19/2023
Happy 82nd birthday to the United States Coast Guard Reserve! To all who have served or are currently serving in the U.S. Coast Guard Reserve - we salute you.
02/18/2023
Sharing this from our partners at WarfighterWellness: ! You’ve got a for service—let’s keep it beating stronger and longer with these tips: https://www.dvidshub.net/publication/issues/66008
02/17/2023
Today we celebrate National Caregivers Day, honoring individuals who selflessly provide personal care and physical & emotional support to those who need it most. It especially applies to those caregivers who help our elderly friends, family, and neighbors who require long-term care, in-home care, home health, and hospice. NMCPHC
02/16/2023
Today is National Almond Day! Today recognizes the versatile and healthful almond. This delicious nut is native to the Middle East and thrives in warm, dry climates with mild winters. Packed with vitamin E, magnesium and fiber, almonds are one of the most heart-healthy foods on the market!
02/15/2023
February is Black History Month, and service members from American Forces Network (AFN) Sigonella narrate a history timeline about Frederick Douglass, an American abolitionist. https://www.dvidshub.net/video/826749/black-history-month-frederick-douglass
02/14/2023
DYK, every two seconds, there is someone in the U.S. who needs blood, which translates to the need for over 41,000 daily donations. Today is National Organ Donor Day, and the five main types of donations are organs, tissues, marrow, platelets and blood. In the United States, more than 120,000 people are waiting for a life-saving organ donation.
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Happy World Kindness Day! World Kindness Day is an international holiday that was formed in 1998 to promote kindness throughout the world. World Kindness Day allows us to reflect upon one of the most important and unifying human principles. On a day devoted to the positive potential of both large and small acts of kindness, try to promote and diffuse this crucial quality that brings people of every kind together. #NMCPHC #NavyMedicine #worldkindnessday
Today is National Depression Screening Day. Did you know that depression is one of the most common mental illnesses, affecting 6.7% (more than 16 million) of American adults yearly? Not to mention the family, friends, and coworkers who are also impacted. Depression screenings are important for many reasons. They can help doctors make informed diagnoses and can bring depression out of the darkness. Like screenings for other illnesses, depression screenings should be a routine part of healthcare. #NMCPHC #NavyMedicine #NDSD
#Autumn has arrived and while leaves can be pretty to look at, they can be dangerous to walk on. Look before you step to avoid wet leaves on paved surfaces. #NMCPHC #NavyMedicine #MHS
Suicide prevention can be as simple as asking someone if they're okay. If you know someone who might be going through a difficult situation please reach out and talk to them. There are multiple hotlines available that offer free and confidential support including Military One Source, 1-800-342-9647, and the Veterans Crisis Line, and the Veterans Crisis Line, Dial 988 then PRESS 1. (U.S. Army video by Maliyah Williams) #NMCPHC #NavyMedicine #suicideprevention #mentalhealth
Today is Patriot Day. Today honors the memory of the nearly 3,000 innocent victims who died in the September 11th, 2001, terrorist attacks. Each year Americans dedicate this day to remembering those who died and to the first responders who risked their own lives to save others. One year later, President George Bush proclaimed September 11th, 2002, the first Patriot Day. #NMCPHC #NavyMedicine #PatriotDay
September is National Cholesterol Education Month. High cholesterol is one of the most common and commonly misunderstood health risks in America. It can be caused by an unhealthy diet and exacerbated by smoking and a lack of exercise and since it is symptomless it can be hard to diagnose. Learn more at www.cdc.gov/cholesterol. #NMCPHC #NavyMedicine #nationalcholesteroleducationmonth
Today we celebrate Women’s Equality Day! 101 years ago, Secretary of State Bainbridge Colby signed the proclamation granting American women the constitutional right to vote following the Women’s Suffrage movement. In the early 19th century, American women, who generally couldn’t inherit property and made half of a man’s wages in any available jobs, began organizing to demand political rights and representation. This date became a national observance with President Nixon in 1972 when he issued Proclamation 4147. #NMCPHC #NavyMedicine #WomensEqualityDay
#Monkeypox cases are on the rise. Here’s what you need to know to avoid getting it. ➡️ What is it? A rare disease caused by the monkeypox virus. You can get it through close, personal, skin-to-skin or face-to-face contact with anyone who has monkeypox. ➡️ Symptoms: ▪️Early flu-like symptoms ▪️Rash or sores (pox) ➡️ How Does it Spread? By close, personal contact with an infected person or by touching their personal items, such as: ▪️Sexual contact or intimate contact, especially with anonymous or new partners ▪️Kissing, cuddling, massaging, hugging or talking closely ▪️Contact with oral, anal, or genital area of a person with monkeypox ▪️Touching rash or sores of an infected person ▪️Touching contaminated fabrics, shared surfaces, & objects, such as bedding, towels & sex toys that were used by someone with monkeypox ➡️ If you have a new or unexplained rash, see your health care provider. Read more about monkeypox: https://go.usa.gov/xSv5F #NMCPHC #NavyMedicine #MHS
As the summer sun continues to heat up, don’t let those steamy nights cloud your judgment when it comes to safe sex. Check out this video for tips on how you can make sure your summer is STI free. #SexualHealth #STIprevention #SafeSummer #NMCPHC #NavyMedicine #MHS #TuesdayThoughts
As service members, sometimes the biggest battles we face are not in combat. We have an obligation to take care of Sailors and Marines - those still in uniform and those no longer serving. Take time this month to reach out to them. Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 (U.S Marine Corps Video by Cpl. Yamil Casarreal and Lance Cpl. Christopher Mcmurry) #NMCPHC #NavyMedicine #suicideprevention #mentalhealth
https://www.dvidshub.net/video/812794/9-11-20th-anniversary-message-dha-leadership #NavyMedicine #NMCPHC
It’s National Cholesterol Education Month, and we’ll be providing great facts to help you understand the basics and other facts about healthy cholesterol! High cholesterol is one of the most common and commonly misunderstood health risks in America. It can be caused by an unhealthy diet and exacerbated by smoking and a lack of exercise and since it is symptomless it can be hard to diagnose. #NMCPHC #NavyMedicine #nationalcholesteroleducationmonth
Rear Admiral Bruce L. Gillingham, U.S. Navy Surgeon General and Chief, Bureau of Medicine and Surgery gives an update on the rapidly expanding COVID-19 Delta variant. #getvaccinated #sinkcovid
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Have you received your vaccination? One may be a lonely number, but it’s a contribution to a bigger picture. The more people that get vaccinated, the faster we can assess the evidence, make safe and informed changes and begin to relax additional public health measures. #NMCPHC #NavyMedicine #COVID19Vaccine #vaccine
Today we honor the contributions and sacrifices that have been made by military spouses. Thank you for all that you do! "Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Mike Gilday, Vice Chief of Naval Operations Admiral William Lescher, and Chief of Legislative Affairs Rear Adm. Sara Joyner issued a statement regarding Military Spouse Appreciation Day." (Video by Petty Officer 1st Class Raymond Diaz III Chief of Naval Operations) #MilitarySpouseAppreciationDay #NMCPHC #NavyMedicine
Brenda Ruhrer, CDR Susan Mojica and Capt. Hawkins are just a few of the awesome nurses we have at our command! Tag a #SuperNurse and let them know how much you appreciate them! #NMCPHC #NavyMedicine
Your phone can wait. Your safety can’t. #UDrive #UText #UPay #JustDrive #NMCPHC #NavyMedicine
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