Articles

July 2, 2025

Kenner's Scavenger Hunt Puts Spotlight on Mental Health

Fort Lee, VA — Kenner Army Health Clinic’s Behavioral Health Clinic hosted a Mental Health Awareness Scavenger Hunt across Fort Lee during May, encouraging participants to explore different locations on base and learn about mental health resources. The event, created in partnership with the Fort Lees Mental Resilience Working Group, aimed to promote self-care through interactive education. Ms. Samantha Warford, new to the installation, was the first to complete the hunt and was named the winner. The initiative reached nearly 3,900 people and highlighted the importance of accessible, on-base mental health support.

May 18, 2025

Behind Every Diagnosis: How Health Technology Powers Patient Care at Kenner

Fort Gregg-Adams, Va. — Kenner Army Health Clinic's Health Technology Maintenance team ensures medical equipment is accurate, safe, and ready for use. Their work supports patient safety and clinical efficiency by preventing downtime and staying current with advancing technology. Their behind-the-scenes expertise allows providers to focus on delivering quality care.

May 14, 2025

Kenner Army Health Clinic Enhances Patient Care with Clinical Support Staff Protocols

Fort Gregg-Adams, Va. — Kenner Army Health Clinic has implemented Clinical Support Staff Protocols (CSSPs) to reduce wait times and improve access to care for common acute conditions. By allowing nurses and medical assistants to assist patients early in their visit, the clinic streamlines care, improves efficiency, and reduces pharmacy wait times. Staff and patients alike have noted the positive impact of the new process.

April 10, 2025

SFC Swartz Leads by Example, Wins 2025 Fit for Duty Challenge

Fort Gregg-Adams, Va. — Sgt. 1st Class Joseph Swartz was named the winner of the 2025 Fit for Duty Challenge after making significant lifestyle changes to improve his health and appearance. Despite the demanding schedule of his role as a drill sergeant, he used the program’s tools—especially a daily checklist—to stay on track. Swartz lost 8.3% body fat, 19.3 pounds of fat mass, and gained 1.6 pounds of fat-free mass. He credits the Armed Forces Wellness Center for providing valuable support and resources throughout his transformation.

April 7, 2025

Sgt. Enriquez Named NCO of the Month for April

Fort Gregg-Adams, Va. — U.S. Army Sgt. Anthony Enriquez has been named April's Noncommissioned Officer of the Month in recognition of his outstanding performance, leadership, and professionalism.Originally from California, Enriquez began his Army journey in January 2017. He completed Basic Combat Training at Fort Moore, then known as Fort Benning, and his Advanced

Aug. 26, 2024

Kenner Army Health Clinic Pharmacy ScriptCenter

Fort Gregg Adams, Va. — Kenner Army Health Clinic unveiled its newest addition to the Pharmacy. Known as the ScriptCenter, the revolutionary locker system provides patients with a convenient way to pick up their prescriptions, enhancing patient experience and streamlining health care services.

Aug. 12, 2024

Kenner Army Health Clinic New Patient Advocate

Fort Gregg-Adams, Va. — Maria Parker is the new patient advocate at Kenner Army Health Clinic.

March 28, 2022

Campaign encourages community to ‘Celebrate a World of Flavors’

FORT LEE, Va. — March is National Nutrition Month, a time to emphasize the benefits of improving one’s eating habits as well as those of the entire family if the person reading this is the meal planner in the house. The 2022 theme is “Celebrate a World of Flavors.”

March 23, 2022

Nurse urges cancer awareness, citing example of fallen firefighter

FORT LEE, Va. — Still saddened by the death of family friend and former Fort Lee firefighter Mike Lecik, a Kenner Army Health Clinic nurse urges community members to be diligent with routine checkups that increase the chances of detecting cancer early when it is more treatable.

March 14, 2022

Army medics' exceed expectations' during inaugural exercise at Fort Lee

FORT LEE, Va. — FORT LEE, Va. – Medical personnel from Kenner Army Health Clinic "exceeded expectations" while taking part in a first-time field training exercise here March 8-10. The FTX included urban rifle marksmanship, trauma scenarios, and the treatment and evacuation of casualties.