AFMS-Holloman-49th Medical Group

10/03/2025

The most recent appropriations for the Department of War expired at 11:59 p.m. EST on September 30, 2025. Military personnel will continue in a normal duty status without pay until such time as a continuing resolution or appropriations are passed by Congress and signed into law. Civilian personnel not engaged in excepted activities will be placed in a non-work, non-pay status.

Your health and well-being remain our highest priority. 49th MDG is open, and we continue to schedule appointments. Call 575-572-2778 or visit holloman.tricare.mil to learn about changes to our office hours or services during the government lapse in appropriations. This site will only provide critical updates on patient access to routine, urgent, and emergent healthcare.

For information about TRICARE coverage during the lapse in appropriations period, visit www.tricare.mil/shutdown. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911.

10/03/2025

10/01/2025

Due to the government lapse in appropriations, we will not respond to messages or comments on this platform. This site will only provide updates on patient access to routine, urgent, and emergent healthcare. We’ll resume normal activity when the federal government resumes business as usual. If you have a medical emergency, call 911.

For information about TRICARE coverage during the lapse in appropriations period, visit www.tricare.mil/shutdown.

Call 575-572-2778 to learn about changes to our office hours or services during the government lapse in appropriations

09/02/2025

Did you know….

09/01/2025

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Staying on top of scheduled immunizations is a simple, effective step we can all take to keep ourselves, our families, and our communities healthy.

Whether it's a booster or an annual shot, staying protected is key.

https://dha.mil/News/2025/08/28/16/18/Stay-Protected-Keeping-soldiers-veterans-families-and-communities-healthy

08/24/2025

Myth: You have to tough it out

- Mental health issues are a sign of weakness or character flaws, and you should just get over them. This is a dangerous misconception.

-Seeking help will negatively impact your career, security clearance, or ability to deploy. This is often untrue and the opposite is often the case. Untreated mental health conditions are more likely to have negative consequences, affecting job performance and potentially leading to discharge.

Fact: Seeking help is a sign of strength and is encouraged

- Mental health conditions are real and treatable. They are not a sign of weakness and can affect anyone.

- The Air Force encourages seeking mental health care. Policies are in place, like the Brandon Act, to streamline the process for Airmen to get the mental health care they need, regardless of rank or location. Seeking mental health support does not often pose a risk to gaining or keeping a national security clearance.

- Early intervention is crucial. Addressing mental health concerns early can prevent them from escalating and negatively affecting your life and career.

Resources available:

The USAF provides numerous resources for mental health support, including:

Military OneSource: Offers confidential counseling and referrals to other resources, available 24/7.

Military Crisis Line: A 24/7 crisis hotline for immediate support (Dial 988, then press 1).

Air Force Mental Health Services: Provide individual and group counseling, medication management, and therapy protocols.

Targeted Care: Connects individuals with the most appropriate clinical or non-clinical mental health resources based on their needs.

Chaplains: Provide confidential counseling and support.

Mental Health Service Specialists (4C031): Work with psychiatrists and psychologists to evaluate and provide mental health care

True North: True North (TN) is a resilience-based prevention-focused program that brings mental health and spiritual support directly to Airmen—right where they work. TN offers early access to care and assists with normalizing help seeking behavior with TN Embedded Mental Health (EMH) providers and embedded Chaplain Corp Religious Support Teams (RSTs). TN EMH and RST providers offer in-unit comprehensive quality mental health care and spiritual counseling. EMH offers in-MTF counseling to active-duty Airmen. RSTs provide spiritual care for Airmen and their families. All TN personnel provide resilience education and training to service members assigned to supported units.

—Help with life/work stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, and more
—Referrals to other helping agencies
—Education, training, and support for units

For more TN information and eligibility please contact Oscar Ramos at 575-572-0461

08/23/2025

? Not all Medicare providers are the same when using TRICARE For Life in the U.S. and U.S. territories.

✅ Participating providers = fully covered
⚠️ Providers who opt-out of Medicare = you may pay 80% out of pocket

Find participating Medicare providers using the Medicare Provider Directory: medicare.gov/care-compare/?providerType=Physician

08/21/2025

When we talk about readiness, we’re talking about staying healthy. A key part of that is making sure you and your family are up to date on your immunizations.

It’s a simple step that has a huge impact on the health of our military community and ensures our warfighters are mission ready.

https://dha.mil/News/2025/08/19/15/01/From-the-Homefront-to-the-Frontlines

08/21/2025