Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital BJACH

06/15/2026

🕷️ MYTH: Once a tick is removed, there’s nothing else you can do.

✅ FACT: Attached ticks can provide valuable information for public health surveillance.

Submitting ticks through the MilTICK Program helps identify disease-carrying tick species and supports monitoring efforts throughout the Fort Polk community.

Save it. Submit it. Help protect our community.

📍 Environmental Health Office, Building 283

06/14/2026

📊 Do you know your body composition?

The AFWC offers Body Composition Assessments using the Bod Pod to provide a more complete picture of your health than a number on a scale.

A body composition assessment can help you better understand:

✔️ Body fat percentage
✔️ Lean muscle mass
✔️ Progress toward your health and fitness goals

Knowledge is power—and understanding your baseline is often the first step toward lasting results.

📍 BJACH, Entrance A, Room 1321
📞 726-780-1152 / 1190

Know your body. Improve your health. Maximize your readiness.

06/14/2026

Happy 251st Birthday, U.S. Army!

For 251 years, the United States Army has answered the Nation’s call—defending freedom, serving with honor, and standing ready whenever and wherever needed. Today, we celebrate the Soldiers, Families, Army Civilians, and Veterans whose dedication, sacrifice, and selfless service have shaped our Army and strengthened our Nation.

From the battlefields of the past to the challenges of tomorrow, one promise remains unchanged:

THIS WE’LL DEFEND.

Happy Birthday, Army! 🇺🇸🪖



Army Medicine I Defense Health Agency

Happy 251st Birthday, U.S. Army.

For 251 years, the United States Army has stood as the guardian of our Nation, defending freedom at home and abroad. Today, we celebrate the Soldiers, Families, Army Civilians, and Veterans whose dedication and sacrifice have built the world’s premier fighting force.

At JRTC and Fort Polk, we are proud to play a vital role in that mission by training and preparing Soldiers and units for the demands of large-scale combat operations. Through realistic, tough, and immersive training, we help build the readiness, lethality, and resilience that ensure our Army remains ready to fight and win whenever the Nation calls.

This We’ll Defend.

06/13/2026

🏈 GRIDIRON GLORY: NCOs CLAIM VICTORY IN BJACH ULTIMATE FOOTBALL SHOWDOWN 🏈

Under the early morning Louisiana sky, the Officers and NCOs of Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital took to Anvil Field for the Ultimate Football Showdown, a spirited competition celebrating Army Heritage Month and the Army Birthday while building teamwork, camaraderie and esprit de corps.

The action was fast, the competition fierce, and the stakes were high—every touchdown meant the opposing team had to drop and give push-ups! Players left it all on the field as both teams battled for bragging rights and unit pride in front of an enthusiastic crowd of teammates and supporters.

When the final whistle blew, the NCOs emerged victorious, earning ultimate bragging rights and showcasing the teamwork, grit and determination that make them the backbone of the Army.

Events like these strengthen the bonds that make Team BJACH successful both on and off the field, reminding us that readiness, resilience and teamwork are built through shared experiences and healthy competition.

Congratulations to our NCO champions, and thank you to everyone who participated, volunteered and cheered from the sidelines.

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06/13/2026

🤝 Watch out for each other.

One of the most effective tools against heat illness isn’t found in a medical kit—it’s the person standing next to you.

Check on:
• Your battle buddy
• Your coworkers
• Your Family Members
• Your workout partners
• Your teammates

If someone seems confused, dizzy, unusually fatigued, or stops sweating in the heat, don’t ignore it.

Heat illness can become life-threatening in minutes.

Know the signs. Take action.

06/13/2026

🚶‍♀️🌿 Taking Steps Toward Better Health

Yesterday, BJACH Health Promotion partnered with the Armed Forces Wellness Center for a Walk & Learn: Stress Management Edition, bringing together Soldiers, Family members, and community members for a morning focused on wellness and resilience.

Participants discussed and practiced a variety of stress-management techniques and enjoyed a one-mile walk while connecting with others in a supportive environment.

Events like these support Defense Public Health priorities by promoting healthy lifestyles, strengthening resilience, and empowering individuals with practical tools they can use in their daily lives.

Missed this one? Don’t worry! Join us again on July 15 at 1 p.m. at the Arts & Crafts Center for an afternoon of creativity, learning, and community connection. Additional details will be shared soon.

06/12/2026

Congratulations to Maj. Zachary Jackson, Endodontist, and Maj. John McKelvey, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, both assigned to Chesser Dental Clinic, on their promotion to Major.

Their promotions reflect years of dedicated service, clinical excellence, leadership, and commitment to the Soldiers, Families, and beneficiaries they serve every day.

As we celebrate 251 years of Army service under the motto “This We’ll Defend,” we are proud to recognize leaders who continue that legacy through their commitment to readiness, patient care, and the Army profession.

Congratulations, Maj. Jackson and Maj. McKelvey!

06/12/2026

⏰ Late training day? Busy schedule? Working shift hours?

BJACH’s ScriptCenter provides convenient 24/7 prescription pickup for eligible non-refrigerated medications — giving beneficiaries more flexibility and less time waiting in line.

📍 Located at Entrance A
🔒 Secure self-service prescription lockers
🕛 Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year

When requesting refills or activating prescriptions through Q-Anywhere, select ScriptCenter as your pickup location for quick and convenient access to your medications.

Leveraging technology helps keep Soldiers mission ready while making healthcare more convenient for our Families and retirees.

06/11/2026

🚶‍♀️ It's not too late to join us tomorrow morning for this family friendly event!

Take a break from the daily routine and join BJACH Public Health and the Armed Forces Wellness Center for our Walk & Learn: Stress Management Edition.

Get some fresh air, enjoy an easy 1-mile walk, learn practical stress management techniques, and connect with others in the Fort Polk community.

No appointment? No worries. Come out and support this great initiative while taking a step toward better mental and physical well-being.

🗓 Friday, June 12
⏰ 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
📍 Building 283, Parking Lot A at BJACH

👟 Wear comfortable shoes
☀️ Bring sun protection
💧 Don't forget your water
🤝 Bring a friend!

📞 Questions? Call 726-780-1149 or 726-780-1152.

06/11/2026

🐶🐱🦇 Protect your Family—and your pets.

Simple steps can help reduce rabies risk:

✔️ Keep pets current on rabies vaccinations
✔️ Never handle wildlife
✔️ Seal openings where bats may enter your home
✔️ Teach children not to touch wildlife
✔️ Report unusual animal behavior

If you believe you may have been exposed to a bat, seek medical care immediately.

Early treatment saves lives.