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March 2, 2021

New prescriptions can be submitted through patient portal

FORT LEE, Va — There’s a new way to send first-time prescriptions to Kenner Army Health Clinic, giving beneficiaries the convenience of not having to walk into the facility to drop off those requests.

Feb. 10, 2021

Bod Pod walk-ins available at AWC

FORT LEE, Va — Starting Feb. 12, the Army Wellness Center is reinstating walk-in hours for the Bod Pod, the Gold Standard of body composition testing, which will be available for walk-in opportunities every Friday morning 7:30-11:30 a.m. (unless otherwise notified of hourly adjustments via the Fort Lee Army Wellness Center Facebook page). All service members, dependents (over 17 y/o), retirees and DOD civilians are welcome to participate. However, in order to be optimally prepared, please call 804-734-9925 to receive pre-test instructions.

Jan. 22, 2021

Post leaders, medical professionals emphasize Moderna vaccine is safe

FORT LEE, Va — The COVID-19 vaccine being administered to service members and civilians here is safe and has gone through the same clinical trials as any other medication or medical device achieving approval through the Food and Drug Administration.

Jan. 4, 2021

First Fort Lee employee vaccinated for COVID-19 says the flu shot 'hurt a lot worse' than this

FORT LEE, Va. — Neal Hudgins made history Monday morning.

Nov. 10, 2020

Health Education - Diabetic management in time of COVID-19

FORT LEE, Va. — The national observance of Diabetes Awareness Month is underway. It is an education campaign that draws attention to a dangerous health condition that affects 122 million Americans today. This year, it shares the stage with another massive crisis, COVID-19, which presents increased danger to diabetics.

Sept. 2, 2020

Medical Service Officers achieve QM School first

FORT LEE, Va. — Two Army Medical Service Corps officers here have achieved a Quartermaster School first, thanks to their hunger for professional development and willingness to grab the golden opportunity of available class seats.

Aug. 6, 2020

Kenner services open through COVID-19

FORT LEE, Va. — During this global COVID-19 pandemic, Kenner Army Health Clinic is continuing to operate and offer the services needed by its beneficiaries. Kenner has implemented a one-way-entrance to control entry into the building and maximize social distancing. Patients will be screened per Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines prior to entering the building.  All patients entering the building are required to wear a face covering without valves such as a surgical mask, cloth mask, scarf or bandana.  Only those with an appointment are allowed into the building unless the patient requires a guardian.