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Oct. 7, 2024

DOD Announces Health Care Supplement Program Pilot for DOD Civilian Employees in Japan

PENTAGON — The Department of Defense (DOD) today announced a one-year pilot program to provide no-cost supplemental health support services to DOD civilian employees serving in Japan after a yearlong effort to identify and address concerns regarding access to medical care.

Oct. 26, 2021

Frequently Asked Questions for people in COVID related quarantine (Updated 27 October 2021)

CAMP FOSTER, Okinawa — USNH Okinawa has put together a list of frequently asked question for those placed in COVID-19 related quarantine.

Aug. 12, 2021

Frequently Asked Questions about Pre-Travel COVID-19 Tests (Updated 13 August 2021)

CAMP FOSTER, Okinawa — Almost all international travel requires a COVID-19 test within 3 days of departure. When in doubt, assume that one is needed. TFSG tests 48 hours prior to departure in case of flight delays to prevent the need for retesting. There is no requirement for domestic pre-travel testing within Japan at this time.Who do I need to call to set up my

June 10, 2021

Frequently Asked Questions about Pre-Travel COVID-19 Tests (Updated 10 June 2021)

Almost all international travel requires a COVID test within 3 days of departure. When in doubt, assume that one is needed. There is no requirement for domestic pre-travel testing within Japan at this time. Who do I need to call to set up my Pre-Travel Test?Each unit has a representative who is responsible for coordinating your test in advance.

May 13, 2021

UPDATE: Frequently Asked Questions About Pre-Travel COVID-19 Testing

CAMP FOSTER, Okinawa — Almost all international travel requires a COVID test within 3 days of departure. When in doubt, assume that one is needed. There is no requirement for domestic pre-travel testing within Japan at this time. Who do I need to call to set up my Pre-Travel Test?Each unit has a representative who is responsible for coordinating your test in advance.

April 7, 2021

U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa, Japan Administering COVID-19 Vaccine to Eligible Beneficiaries 18 and Older

CAMP FOSTER, Okinawa — U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa, Japan continues to vaccinate service members and civilians, and has begun administering the COVID-19 vaccine to personnel age 18 and older who are eligible for medical treatment at the hospital. “We’ve had a remarkable turnout here on Okinawa,” said Capt. David Krulak, the commander of U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa,

Feb. 11, 2021

Frequently Asked Questions about Pre-Travel COVID-19 Tests

CAMP FOSTER, Okinawa — Almost all international travel requires a COVID test within 3 days of departure.  When in doubt, assume that one is needed. There is no requirement for domestic pre-travel testing within Japan at this time.Do I need a Pre-Travel COVID Test?Almost all international travel requires a COVID test within 3 days of departure. When in doubt, assume that

Jan. 21, 2021

USNH Okinawa Will Begin COVID-19 Vaccinations for All MHS beneficiaries and SOFA status members Age 75 and Older

CAMP FOSTER, Okinawa — Starting on Monday, January 25th, from noon to 3:30 pm, MHS beneficiaries and SOFA status members age 75 and older can receive their COVID-19 vaccination as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) at the rear entrance (next to Emergency Room) of the Naval Hospital on Camp Foster. COVID-19 vaccinations for those age 75