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Sept. 2, 2026

CRDAMC to host 51st annual Retiree Health Fair

Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center will host the 51st annual Retiree Health Fair on Sept. 19. An opening ceremony begins at 9:30 a.m., followed by the health fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the hospital atrium. The annual event will bring together healthcare professionals, military organizations and community partners to help retirees and eligible beneficiaries stay informed about their health and available resources.

Aug. 24, 2026

Protecting the Force, One Vaccine at a Time: CRDAMC Highlights Importance of Immunizations

As families prepare for a new school year and Soldiers continue to meet the demands of military service, August serves as an important reminder that staying current on immunizations is one of the simplest ways to protect individual and community health.

Aug. 20, 2026

More than a badge: A commitment to patient safety

FORT HOOD, TX — Darnall’s Leapfrog Full Transparency Badge is more than a recognition — it reflects the everyday work happening behind the scenes to keep patients safe. From identifying potential risks to using technology, reporting near misses, and empowering staff to speak up, patient safety is built into how care is delivered every day.

Aug. 17, 2026

Every sample has a story

FORT HOOD, TX — A blood sample may look like just a small tube, but to the laboratory team at Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center, it represents a real person waiting for answers. Behind the scenes, technicians carefully verify, test, and analyze every specimen, knowing that their work can help providers make important decisions about a patient’s care. That attention to detail was on full display during a recent 12-person College of American Pathologists inspection, where the laboratory had just five deficiencies across more than 3,000 standards and no major findings. For the team, the result is more than a number — it reflects the care, teamwork, and dedication they bring to every sample, every day.

July 30, 2026

CRDAMC CNTP certifies two new Army nurses

Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center recognized two Army nurses during a graduation ceremony July 30 after they completed the hospitals Army Nurse Corps Brig. Gen. Anna Mae Hays Clinical Nurse Transition Program. The 24-week nurse residency program prepares newly commissioned Army nurses for independent clinical practice through more than 80 hours of classroom instruction and a minimum of 800 hours of supervised clinical training across multiple departments at CRDAMC.

July 17, 2026

Fort Hood Soldier's Warrior Games Success Highlights the Power of Adaptive Sports in Recovery

When Sgt. Tukiau Salanoa-Tuioti first learned about the Department of Defense Warrior Games, her response was immediate. "Sign me up." That simple statement marked the beginning of an incredible journey that would lead the Fort Hood Soldier Recovery Unit (SRU) Soldier to stand atop the podium multiple times during the 2026 Warrior Games in San Antonio.

July 8, 2026

Register by July 10 for Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center Job Fair; Walk-Ins Welcome July 17

Job seekers looking to make an immediate impact in military medicine still have time to take the next step toward a career at Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center, with advance registration open through July 10 for a hiring event aimed at filling more than 100 critical positions.

June 26, 2026

Shedding Light on the Invisible Wounds of Trauma during PTSD Awareness Month

Life is unpredictable, and many of us will face deeply distressing events at some point. Whether it is a severe car accident, a natural disaster, a sudden loss or a violent encounter, it is completely normal to feel shaken, overwhelmed or anxious in the aftermath.

June 26, 2026

Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center: Trusted Care for Service Members, Retirees and Military Families

For active-duty service members, military retirees and their families across Central Texas, Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center serves as a trusted source of comprehensive healthcare and support services.

June 18, 2026

Change of command highlights mission of healing at Fort Hood Soldier Recovery Unit

FORT HOOD, Texas — As he relinquished command of the Fort Hood Soldier Recovery Unit, Lt. Col. John Burns reflected on the Soldiers, Families, and teammates who shaped his two years of leadership. Burns highlighted the SRU’s mission of advocacy and recovery, honoring the resilience of Soldier in recovery and the staff who help guide them through some of life’s most difficult challenges while reaffirming the Army’s commitment to caring for its own.