DHA's Dog Days of Summer 7/24/2023

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Defense Health Agency Kicks Off Dog Days of Summer, Showcases Dogs Who Support Overall Health

This week, the Defense Health Agency is celebrating facility dogs assigned to military hospitals across the nation for its "Dog Days of Summer" campaign July 24-28. DHA will spotlight stories of hard-working dogs dedicated to keeping service members, their families, and hospital staff healthy and happy.

Creature Comfort at Sea

When the Navy's newest and most advanced aircraft carrier set off last month on its second deployment, it carried something both familiar and entirely novel: Sage the Labrador retriever!

Tips for Managing Post-PCS Stress

Moving season is in full swing for many military families. The process of a Permanent Change of Station, or PCS, can be both exciting and stressful. We've got some tips to help ease the rigors of relocation.

Walter Reed Bethesda Facility Dogs Promoted to the Next Rank

Naval Support Activity Bethesda welcomed HMC Sully H. W. Bush and HM2 Luke to their new ranks. These Walter Reed Bethesda Facility Dogs are certified and highly trained dogs who provide critical support to wounded warriors and their families as they transition back into life after injury or serious illness.

Robot Dog Prepares Medics

"Diesel," an animatronic dog used to simulate realistic care for military working dogs, assists medical personnel to treat and care for military working dogs.

Clear Vision, Wet Noses

A team of ophthalmologists from Kansas State University's Veterinary Health Center visited McConnell Air Force Base, where they provided free eye exams for military working dogs.

Army Sgt. Grover Reports for Duty as USU's Newest Facility Dog

The Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) facility dog program is expanding with the addition of an enthusiastic two-year-old Labrador retriever named Grover.

Uniformed Services University Psychiatrists Develop Global Disaster and Preventive Psychiatry Training for American Psychiatric Association

In the wake of rising global disasters and their impact on the population, the Uniformed Services University, in conjunction with the American Psychiatric Association, has created a first-of-its-kind course to understand and prepare for such crises.

DHA Minute June | 2023

June's DHA Minute focus on PTSD awareness and resources for military members, DOD civilians and families. Visit www.health.mil/mentalhealth to learn more.

How to Minimize Service Member, Family Stress During PCS Season

For many service members, the general rotation for a permanent change of station is every two to four years. Regardless of how many times a military family has moved, each move varies, and each family member responds differently to the transition.

Walter Reed Facility Dog Dillon Honorarily Promoted to Master Sergeant

Dillon, a Walter Reed facility dog, received an honorary promotion to U.S. Marine master sergeant during a ceremony on June 1, at the Walter Reed Medical Center.

Walter Reed's Facility Dogs Make an Impact: Ryan Mackey

Ryan Mackey, a patient at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, speaks on the impacts of facility dogs at Walter Reed in the Military Advanced Training Center at Walter Reed in Bethesda, Maryland, June 28, 2023. Walter Reed's facility dogs initially undergo traditional service dog training with an accredited outside organization, and at Walter Reed they go through an additional training to become "facility dogs" to work in a clinical setting. (DOD video by Ricardo J. Reyes and Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brett Walker)

Walter Reed's Facility Dogs Make an Impact: Jennifer Ignacio

Jennifer Ignacio, a physical therapist at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, speaks on the impacts of facility dogs at Walter Reed in the Military Advanced Training Center at Walter Reed in Bethesda, Maryland, June 28, 2023. Walter Reed's facility dogs initially undergo traditional service dog training with an accredited outside organization, and at Walter Reed they go through an additional training to become "facility dogs" to work in a clinical setting. (DOD video by Ricardo J. Reyes and Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brett Walker)

Walter Reed's Facility Dogs Make an Impact: Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Anna Burke

Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Anna Burke , a dog handler at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, speaks on the impacts of facility dogs at Walter Reed in the Military Advanced Training Center at Walter Reed in Bethesda, Maryland, June 28, 2023. Walter Reed's facility dogs initially undergo traditional service dog training with an accredited outside organization, and at Walter Reed they go through an additional training to become "facility dogs" to work in a clinical setting. (DOD video by Ricardo J. Reyes and Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brett Walker)

Walter Reed's Facility Dogs Make an Impact: Hospital Corpsman Ajanae Rodriguez

Hospital Corpsman Ajanae Rodriguez, assigned to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center's emergency department, speaks on the impacts of facility dogs at Walter Reed in the Military Advanced Training Center at Walter Reed in Bethesda, Maryland, June 28, 2023. Walter Reed's facility dogs initially undergo traditional service dog training with an accredited outside organization, and at Walter Reed they go through an additional training to become "facility dogs" to work in a clinical setting. (DOD video by Ricardo J. Reyes and Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brett Walker)