Falls Church, VA - Summertime is here and it’s important to protect exposed skin from the sun’s damaging rays. Warm temperatures tempt beneficiaries outside for a variety of fun activities, but whether it’s going to the beach, flying a kite, picnicking or riding bikes, the Military Health System (MHS) and TRICARE encourage beneficiaries to protect themselves when they’re outside.
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About TRICARE Management Activity and the Military Health System
TRICARE Management Activity, the Defense Department activity that administers the health care plan for the uniformed services, retirees and their families, serves more than 9.4 million eligible beneficiaries worldwide in the Military Health System (MHS). The mission of the MHS is to enhance Department of Defense and national security by providing health support for the full range of military operations. The MHS provides quality medical care through a network of providers, military treatment facilities, medical clinics and dental clinics worldwide. For more about the MHS go to www.health.mil.