Monthly Archives: June 2016


Leave cancellation in Direct Access

Corps Officers who find they need to cancel a leave request that has already been approved by Leave Granting Authority (your manager), the message below describes what to do: Unfortunately, Officers are unable to delete leave requests that already been approved.  In order to have your requested leave dates withdrawn, […]


PHS Athletic events for July and August 2016

Public Health Service Athletics Events Sutton, AK Fireweed Bicycle Race – The Race Across Alaska Description:  Come out and represent the Public Health Service Athletics at the Fireweed bicycle race! The race originated in 2004 and has been “riding” strong ever since.  This is your chance to bicycle across the […]


Tricare Contact Lens coverage for Officers

There has been a change in the fee structure at the Southcentral Foundation Optometry regarding contact lens fee coverage for active duty commissioned corps officers. Our past insurance coverage under BMP, had covered contact lens exams. Our current Tricare coverage does not cover contact lens exams. Tricare does cover routine […]


Nominations for American Indian and Alaska Native Commissioned Officer’s Advisory Committee (AAIANCOAC)

AIANCOAC Self Nomination Form 2017-2019 Terms The American Indian and Alaska Native Commissioned Officer’s Advisory Committee (AIANCOAC) is seeking officers who are interested in serving on this committee starting January 2017 for a three-year term.  Self-nominations are encouraged. Travel is not required for this committee.  Please complete the self-nomination form […]