Sept. 1, 2021

Emergency Room 27 AUG 2021

FORT RILEY, Kan. — IACH is currently experiencing a high number of Emergency Room visits. Beneficiaries are encouraged to consider using urgent care in the network. To locate the nearest TRICARE-authorized urgent care center, visit Health Net Federal Services Provider Directory at http://www.tricare-west.com/.../bene/provider-directory.html Beneficiaries can also connect with a telemedicine provider from the convenience of their homes. Doctor On Demand connects patients face-to-face with licensed providers through virtual appointments for urgent care and mental health care services. Visit www.doctorondemand.com/hnfs.

March 24, 2022

IACH Updates March 24

FORT RILEY, Kan. — Effective March 28, the schedule for immunizations and COVID-19 vaccines will change due to a declining demand for Pfizer and Moderna vaccines. Moderna Mondays, noon – 4:30 p.m. Pfizer Fridays, noon – 4:30 p.m. Pediatric COVID vaccine Wednesdays, 8 a.m. – noon. Regular immunizations are available all other hours Monday – Friday. All immunizations are available by appointment only through the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal or calling (785) 239-DOCS. The immunization clinic is located on the 1st floor, Primary Medical Homes. Clinic hours are Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

March 25, 2022

U.S. Army MEDCOM Civilian of the Year

FORT RILEY, Kan. — FORT RILEY, Kansas -- An elderly patient who worried about Parkinson’s disease came back to Irwin Army Community Hospital to see a pharmacist. Her tremors had ceased and she wanted to thank David Hatesohl who had suggested changing drugs. The shakings were due to a drug side effect, not the early stages of a progressive nervous system disorder.

April 13, 2022

IACH Updates April 12

FORT RILEY, Kan. — IACH Updates: • IACH celebrates the first ever Health Information Professionals Week April 21, 11 a.m., on the second floor fireplace area with keynote speaker LTC Michael Crivello, Deputy Commander for Administration. Health information professionals see the person connected to the data, and work tirelessly to ensure their information stays human–because when information stays human, it stays relevant. Join us in person or watch the Facebook livestream as we celebrate those who ensure health stories remain accurate, accessible and protected. • IACH celebrates National Nurses Week starting May 6, 11 a.m., on the second floor fireplace area with keynote speaker COL Hyun Kang, Deputy Commander for Nursing & Patient Services. All are invited to share in the festivities honoring the contributions and sacrifices of our nurses. Watch the livestream ceremony if you can't attend in person. Remember to thank a nurse that week. https://fb.me/e/3eVLTLV4d • Get peace of mind. The IACH Lab offers walk-ins for sexually transmitted infection testing Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Tuesday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. The lab tests for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV and Hep C for Active Duty and beneficiaries ages 16+. No appointment necessary. Results can be found on the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal. All positive results will receive a medical call for follow up treatment and education. Seek medical treatment if you are experiencing symptoms or had an unprotected known exposure. Go to the Emergency Department immediately if you know you were exposed to HIV. • Covered While on Vacation? TRICARE's got you covered when visiting friends and family several hundred miles away from Fort Riley but only if you go to an authorized urgent care center. Don't get stuck with an unpaid medical bill. Nick tells you what to do to keep your vacation experience free of complications. https://fb.watch/clrJ2IKkv-/ • Two Decades Toward Equanimity. Illness struck her father when she was 9. He changed his life toward recovery. She chose to stave off a hereditary illness. MAJ Adhana McCarthy, a physician assistant, tells the story of how yoga became her lifestyle at an early age. https://fb.watch/clskOi7aNy/

April 14, 2022

Second COVID-19 Boosters Available

FORT RILEY, Kan. — Irwin Army Community Hospital is now offering COVID-19 second booster shots to the following individuals: • People ages 12+ who are moderately or severely immunocompromised at least 4 months after the first booster dose of Moderna or Pfizer. • Adults ages 50+ who are NOT immunocompromised at least 4 months after the first booster dose of Modern or Pfizer. • People ages 18 – 49 years who are NOT immunocompromised and received Janssen COVID-19 vaccine as both their primary series does and booster dose. COVID-19 boosters are available: Moderna Mondays, noon – 4:30 p.m.; Pfizer Fridays, noon – 4:30 p.m.; Pediatric COVID vaccine Wednesdays, 8 a.m. – noon. Patients can make an appointment for a booster through the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal or call (785) 239-DOCS. The immunization clinic is located on the 1st floor in the Primary Care Medical Homes.

April 29, 2022

Fort Riley Summit Tackles Mental Healthcare Shortage

FORT RILEY, Kan. — Robbin Cole, the CEO of Pawnee Mental Health Services, thought it was a bad idea, but said it anyway to a brainstorming group of community leaders from Manhattan, Junction City and Fort Riley, “why not pool together all mental health resources in the community into one location?”

June 9, 2022

IACH Updates for June 9th

FORT RILEY, Kan. — 1. Join us for the IACH Change of Command & Change of Responsibility ceremony June 14, 9 a.m., on the Cavalry Parade Field, Fort Riley, or watch the livestream on the IACH Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/IrwinArmyCommunityHospital 2. Appointments scheduled for June 14 will be kept. All ancillary services will be available as usual during the June 14 IACH Change of Command ceremony. 3. Celebrate the Army’s 247th Birthday with us June 14, 11:15 a.m. at the IACH dining facility to hear opening remarks from COL Anthony Gray, the incoming hospital commander. The DFAC’s menu for the event: grilled steak, breaded shrimp, twice baked potatoes, wild rice, corn on the cob, grilled asparagus, and assorted desserts to include birthday cake. 4. Her Battle to Prevent Yours. Rachel Fleming lives every day to the fullest, makes no plans beyond 30 days, and tells her family she loves them regularly. She wasn't always like this. Here she shares her story in hopes that we may never have to experience what she is going through now. https://fb.watch/dwoKnyP26J/ or https://youtu.be/fZCbSNyncdQ 5. Schedule your child’s Back-to-School Sports Physical at IACH for June 11, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Book yours now by calling (785) 239-3627. No walk-ins. Limited appointments available.

June 14, 2022

IACH Welcomes New Commander

FORT RILEY, Kan. — FORT RILEY, Kansas — Irwin Army Community Hospital conducted a combined ceremony Tuesday, June 14, where Col. Edgar G. Arroyo relinquished command of the hospital to Col. Anthony D. Gray; and Command Sgt. Maj. Michael D. Dills II transferred responsibility to Command Sgt. Maj. George L. Foster Jr. Regional Health Command-Central Commanding General Brig. Gen. Shan K. Bagby presided over the ceremony.

June 27, 2022

COVID-19 Vaccinations 6 Months - 7 Years

FORT RILEY, Kan. — The IACH Immunization Clinic will offer COVID-19 vaccinations to youth 6 months to 5 years of age effective July 5. Schedule an appointment by calling (785) 239-3627 or use the Patient Portal on MHS GENESIS. COVID-19 vaccinations for different age groups are provided on the following days: Monday: Moderna, ages 18+ Tuesday: Moderna, ages 6 months - 5 years Wednesday: Pfizer, ages 5 - 11 years Thursday: Pfizer, ages 6 months - 4 years Friday: Pfizer, ages 12+

July 7, 2022

IACH Updates for July 7th

FORT RILEY, Kan. — 1. One Parent's Painful Memory. From the outside, his daughter appeared normal. There were no signs of an unbearable burden within. And then a parent's worst nightmare almost came to pass. John Jones retells the painful memory of that near-miss. https://fb.watch/e4olIpfdqN/ or https://youtu.be/TWoXH5nlLkI 2. Reconnecting with a Teen. How do we connect with a child who has distanced him or herself? Do we even understand the environment shaping our kids? Have we shown our kids we too face stressors? In part two of this interview, John Jones shares what he’s learned as a parent following a daughter's attempt to end her life. https://fb.watch/e4oqq3yXyc/ or https://youtu.be/r7sB9txgNXg 3. Freedom to Be Yourself. There was a time when CPT Rachel King had to wrestle with the dilemma of loving a woman openly or serving in the Army. Here she tells us her story so that others may draw strength from her. https://fb.watch/e4ofBe6YxK/ or https://youtu.be/mus8-mE1BDE 4. What happens to your TRICARE Coverage after retiring? TRICARE is hosting a webinar July 21, noon, to discuss options for retired service members and family members. Attendees must be registered and in the webinar platform to submit a question electronically. https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6044380879812969741