AFMS - Whiteman - 509th Medical Group

09/18/2022

Happy 75th Birthday to the United States Air Force. Thank you to all who have served and made sacrifices. Know that we recognize and honor your bravery every day. U.S. Air Force Medical Service - AFMS

09/18/2022

Happy 75th Birthday to the Air National Guard. We recognize and honor your contributions and sacrifices to our great nation. U.S. Air Force Medical Service - AFMS Air National Guard

09/16/2022

09/16/2022

Today on National POW/MIA Recognition Day, remembers and honors those Americans who were prisoners of war and those who served and never returned home.

09/15/2022

This Hispanic Heritage month, the celebrates the achievements and contributions of Hispanic service members throughout history and today. Thank you for your continued service to our country and for all that you do to keep us safe in the world.

09/15/2022

Stay ready for the unexpected. Have an emergency plan in place to keep you and your family safe in case of a disaster. Assemble a disaster emergency kit, including flashlights, radios, batteries, first aid kit. Get more information on disaster preparedness at TRICARE: www.tricare.mil/Disaster

09/13/2022

Should you get screened for prostate cancer? The answer is: YES. Talk to your doctor about screening and testing.
Learn more about risks, symptoms, and screening information: https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/prostate/index.html

09/13/2022

09/09/2022

09/09/2022

08/29/2022

08/26/2022

The Whiteman AFB Pharmacy Prescription Kiosk provides easy and secure 24/7 access to your medications. Please watch the following video to find out more.

08/24/2022

08/24/2022

As we enter a new school year and approach multiple holiday seasons, please keep in mind the basics of social distancing, hand washing, and coughing/sneezing into your elbow. Although we are experiencing a reduced burden in COVID-19 related cases, please remember that there are other communicable diseases that can affect us. Please see visual for more information on existing communicable diseases of Public Health concern.

08/15/2022

Notice to Patients:

Starting today, Monday, 15 Aug, the 509 MDG Immunization Clinic will be offering the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine for individuals 18 years of age and older. Novavax is a two dose vaccine series given three weeks apart. It will be offered only on Mondays from 0730 to 1630.

Novavax COVID-19 vaccine is protein based, which is a type of vaccine used widely for decades. It does not contain a live virus and no human fetal cell lines were used to manufacture, test, or produce the Novavax vaccine.

Find more information on Novavax and protein-based vaccines go here:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/novavax.html
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/different-vaccines/proteinsubunit.html

08/10/2022

Notice to Patients:

The appointment line will open at 7:30 am tomorrow, 11 August. Patients are advised to consider accessing the MHS Genesis Patient Portal. Using the patient portal, you can: look up your health record, request a prescription refill, check a lab result, schedule an appointment, or send a message to your health care team. We apologize for the inconvenience this may cause.

The Patient Portal can be reached at the following link: https://patientportal.mhsgenesis.health.mil

08/10/2022

08/04/2022

UPDATE: Connectivity has been restored. The appointment line is now operational.

At this time the appointment line is unable to book appointments due to connectivity issues with our electronic health record. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. We will update this post once we are operational.

08/04/2022

We are experiencing issues with the prescription refill line. Patients will be allowed to enter their information but will be told the "The System is unavailable." This issue is being worked by the vendors. We hope to have this resolved soon. As always patients may use the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal (https://patientportal.mhsgenesis.health.mil ) to call in their refills.

08/01/2022

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MHS Launches New Online Women's Health Informational Page
Great news! In response to an increase in questions about women's health, the Military Health System (MHS) has recently unveiled a new online women's health informational page. Beneficiaries will be able to read information about Pregnancy and Reproductive Health, Comprehensive TRICARE coverage, Pain Management, Mental Health Services, Deployment Readiness Education for Servicewomen, Decide +Be Ready (which focuses on birth control options), Sexual Assault/Trauma and other aspects of women's health.

To access the page, go to: https://health.mil/Military-Health-Topics/Total-Force-Fitness/Preventive-Health/Womens-Health?utm_source=milsuite&utm_medium=totalforcefitness&utm_campaign=bert.

Please contact one of the 509th Medical Group's Benefits Counselors at 687-2188 option 3, option 1 for questions.

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07/28/2022

Sadly, when operating a boat, the possibility of injuries and fatalities are very real. It is important to know your boat and where you’re headed on your trip.

07/27/2022

Good afternoon,

We are currently experiencing issues with our Appointment Line (660-687-2188). Our technicians are working to resolve this issue. Thank you for your patience.

07/26/2022

As you might expect, when a crash occurs between a vehicle and a bike, it’s the cyclist most likely to be injured. Here are some tips on how you can prevent bicycle injuries and deaths, and remember: A large percentage of crashes can be avoided if motorists and cyclists follow the rules of the road and watch out for each other.

07/25/2022

Reminder - The clinic will close at 3:00 p.m. today for a Group Function.

07/22/2022

Are you at higher risk for heat-related illness? Heat-related health problems are preventable, but some factors put you at increased risk for illness, such as exhaustion or heat stroke. Follow these tips.

07/22/2022

Dietary supplements can help you get an adequate amount of essential nutrients but should not take the place of foods that are important to a healthy diet.
When consuming supplements, be sure to speak with your primary care provider or a registered dietician. Here's more: https://www.opss.org/

07/21/2022

07/21/2022

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention more children (1 in 4) die from drowning than any other cause of death except birth defects. For children between the ages of 1-14, drowning is the second cause of unintentional injury death, after motor vehicle crashes. Don’t be a statistic!

07/19/2022

The AFMS - Whiteman - 509th Medical Group located on Whiteman Air Force Base recently has earned The Joint Commission's (TJC) Gold Seal of Approval for accreditation by demonstrating high performance standards, and quality patient care. This accreditation shows Whiteman Air Force Base's commitment to providing reliable, safe, and quality health care.

For over 70 years, TJC has evaluated and accredited nearly 4,000 health care organizations and programs annually in the United States. It is an independent, non-profit organization, and the nation's standard for accrediting health care.

At the conclusion of their survey, the commission identified fourteen items in the 509 MDG for improvement The 509 MDG has already corrected a majority of the findings, and has a plan to ensure the remaining open items will be reconciled within 9 months. Ms. Angie Taran, Quality Manager of the 509 MDG states, "We have a collaborative team of experts from the clinic's executive staff and already have a plan in motion."

The surveyors applauded Whiteman's staff for their commitment to the highest quality of patient care, recognizing the teamwork, facility cleanliness, and clinical competency throughout the facility. The hard work of our Striker Medics shined through as the inspectors praised the staff for modeling an exceptional Patient Centered Medical Home. Despite the unprecedented challenges we faced since the last accreditation, our team aggressively worked to sustain operations centered around our patients.

"Our teamwork was evident as we performed exceptionally well," said Col Mark Reynolds, Commander of the 509 MDG. "The majority of the findings were low to moderate risk and fixes have already been implemented." Our organization had several superior performers and we thank TJC for acknowledging our "best practices."

07/19/2022

Reminder the AFMS - Whiteman - 509th Medical Group will be closed from 7:30 - 9:30 am on Wednesday, 20 July.

07/19/2022

Heat illnesses and injuries are no fun! What is heat-related illness? Heat-related illness, or hyperthermia, is a condition resulting from exposure to extreme heat where the body becomes unable to properly cool, resulting in a rapid rise in body temperature. The evaporation of sweat is the normal way to remove body heat, but, when the humidity is high, sweat does not evaporate as quickly. This, in turn, prevents the body from releasing heat quickly. Prompt treatment of heat-related illnesses with aggressive fluid replacement and cooling of core body temperature is critical to reducing illness and preventing death. Be safe when taking part in outside activities and remember to hydrate!

07/18/2022

07/16/2022

Huge update to the National Su***de & Crisis Hotline starting today. Simply calling or texting 988 or chatting 988Lifeline.org will connect you to compassionate care and support for mental health-related distress.

07/15/2022

Hello, summer! Summer may be the perfect time to enjoy the outdoors with your children. However, when temperatures are more hot or humid than normal, take extra precautions. Follow these tips.

07/14/2022

Reminder the clinic will be closed tommorrow, 15 July, for an AFMS - Whiteman - 509th Medical Group event.

07/14/2022

As pleasant summer weather ramps up, you might be ready to head outside and fire up your grill. Before you do, make sure you’re following proper grilling safety guidelines. According to the National Fire Protection Association, over 19,000 people on average are injured in a grilling accident each year. Don’t be part of the statistics this year!

07/13/2022

07/12/2022

At any given daylight moment across America, approximately 660,000 drivers are using cell phones or electronic devices while driving, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. When you’re behind the wheel of a car – whether alone or with passengers – driving safely should always be your top concern. We’re more distracted than ever, so it’s crucial to know the basics of safe driving and practice them every time you’re on the road.

07/08/2022

Highway Patrol responding to report of armed man at Warrensburg hospital

At this time the Warrensburg Police Department has asked the public to avoid the area around WMMC.

As of 9 a.m., no shots had been fired and law enforcement had not been able to find or identify any such individual.

06/28/2022

Good morning everyone

We are currently experiencing issues with our over the phone automated prescription refill system. Our technicians are working to resolve this issue. Thank you for your patience.

06/28/2022

06/24/2022

Not all illnesses and injuries demonstrate symptoms immediately. This , be sure to ask your doctor which screenings might be right for you. www.health.mil/menshealth

06/22/2022

? Men are 2x less likely than women to use preventive health care services. You can be the one to fight the stigma. Take action and schedule your recommended health screenings ASAP. www.health.mil/menshealth

06/21/2022

Find your inner peace this 🧘
Sign up for a local class or search for an instructional video online to find balance and harmony through movement, breath and meditation.”

06/21/2022

Break out your sunscreen and shorts, because it’s the !
Click here to find the best tips and tricks to stay safe, hydrated and sunburn-free this summer: https://health.mil/summersafety

06/20/2022

Opioid Misuse Prevention - Opioids are highly addictive

06/19/2022

, the official freeing of enslaved people on June 19, 1865, in Texas, is one of the most important events in American history.
Today, we celebrate freedom and honor the contributions of African Americans to our country.

06/19/2022

Today, we're celebrating all the amazing dads out there! Thank you for your selfless service and for being our heroes in more ways than one.
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06/17/2022

06/09/2022