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Sleep clinic gains accreditation By Fort Belvoir Community Hospital Strategic Communications Fort Belvoir Community Hospital personnel received notification from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine that they achieved formal accreditation for all types of sleep testing, including polysomnography; multiple, sleeplatency testing; maintaining wakefulness testing; and home, sleep-apnea testing. The certification means Belvoir Hospital Sleep Medicine Center meets all standards for professional healthcare designated by AASM. The Belvoir clinic is the second military treatment facility in the National Capital Region to earn the accreditation, after Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. Although accreditation is essential for all fields of medical service, it is especially important in sleepdisorders medicine, due to the significant increase in the number of Service members and retirees who have been diagnosed with a sleep disorder over the past 1-2 decades. It is reported that 48.6% of military personnel are poor sleepers, 11% of Soldiers carry a sleep-disorder diagnosis, and one study revealed an overall insomnia prevalence of 19.9%. Sleep apnea and insomnia are the two most common sleep disorders in military personnel. The availability of high-quality sleep care is critical to reduce the burden of disease, and improve overall readiness and military operations.

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Col. Joshua SeGraves, right, assumes command of Fort Belvoir Garrison as he receives the guidon from Maj. Gen. Omar Jones, commanding general, Military District of Washington.

Belvoir welcomes new leader By Paul Lara Belvoir Eagle

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s he assumed command of U.S. Army Garrison Fort Belvoir, Col. Joshua SeGraves quoted Vince Lombardi, who once said, “The quality of a person’s life is in direct proportion to their commitment to excellence, regardless of their chosen field of endeavor.” SeGraves said it became clear to him over the last week, that this community – Military District of Washington, the surrounding community and Belvoir – are committed to excellence and that he looks forward to serving on that team. SeGraves, who arrived from Fort Leonard Wood, Mo., having been the senior operations officer for the Maneuver Support Center of Excellence, had also served as a basic training battalion commander. Maj. Gen. Omar Jones, commanding general, Military District of Washington, and Joint Force Headquarters, National Capital Region, pointed to SeGraves’ significant operational experience with the 75th Ranger Regiment, and other units, as signs of continued success. “He’s a leader, a problemsolver, and he’s always put people 5

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first. That’s why he’s as successful as he’s been and why he’s going to be so successful here, with the garrison team,” Jones said. He also noted that Col. Michael Greenberg, outgoing garrison commander, has played a leadership role on Belvoir and Army-wide as the housing crisis emerged. “Michael not only made an incredible difference here, creating change, energizing systems, to take care of residents and listen to them. He’s also made an impact across the Army. Many installations are following his example he put into systems, processes and techniques he devised at Belvoir to make a difference across the Army. “In a similar manner, his response to COVID-19 has been instrumental during the pandemic, to protect the community, the force and the mission that is so vital that happens here every single day,” Jones said. Ceremony host, Davis Tindoll, Jr., director, IMCOM Sustainment, U.S. Army Materiel Command, said Greenberg had tackled the problems of housing and the pandemic with confidence. “Without additional resources, he organized by 6

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pulling leaders and action officers from the most broad sector of the garrison – from partners, the medical command and the Military District of Washington. His leadership resulted in identifying and solving challenges at all echelons of the housing chain, eventually reducing the installation with the highest number of displaced families to none. That was no small feat for everybody involved.” Greenberg thanked many in the region, including Fairfax County and the commonwealth. “It’s amazing to see how the Commonwealth of Virginia cares about Service members, their families and veterans. Virginia is the number one veteranfriendly state, and a lot of work has gone into that. Greenberg also thanked county officials. Greenberg said he wanted the garrison directors and staff to know they were the agents of success in those stories mentioned by Tindoll and Jones. “I thank the team every day for doing all those great things. It’s nice, as a leader, to be able to empower people and watch them flourish, and to see how every person in the garrison has provided world-class service to our community.” 10

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Eagle Act: What you need to know By Fort Belvoir Staff Judge Advocate

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ew symbols can instantly evoke a sense of American pride like the bald eagle. Fierce, beautiful, and independent, it’s been the symbol of our nation for centuries. Here at Belvoir, we’re blessed with multiple bald eagles and eagle nests. It’s not uncommon to see them soaring overhead, searching for their next meal or just enjoying some thermals. A love of America and the bald eagle might naturally lead some to, with no evil intent, collect the feathers of bald eagles from the ground near their nesting sites. After all, what’s the harm in picking up a feather off the ground? So far as the laws of human nature are concerned, it’s the law of unintended consequences which comes into play. Say you pick up some feathers and show one to someone else. They like your feather, but can’t find any on the ground, because you picked them all up. So they go to a nest and carefully pluck one away from the tangled branches. This subsequent disturbance, however minor, presents a real threat to the survival of the hatchlings. The end result might be fewer bald eagles, tangible harm to the environment, and a lack of inspirational sights in the skies around Belvoir. The laws of man, on the other hand, have more readily discernible consequences. The

broadly protected by the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, which is now more than 100 years old. The act also forbids the possession of any part of a migratory bird, including bald eagles and many other avian species. Only those who are members of federally registered Native American tribes and who also applied for and were granted a federal permit to possess eagle parts, including feathers, may do so lawfully. Even those tribal members with valid permits face restrictions; they may not sell or give feathers to anyone who does not meet those same requirements. Penalties for violating these laws can reach $100,000. Taking feathers can mean a penalty of $15,000. Prison time is also a possibility. In recent years, people Courtesy photo have been sentenced to over a year in prison for violations of the Eagle Act. Such Eagle Act, which has been the law for 80 years, a sentence would mean you’d become a felon, forbids even possessing an eagle feather, unable to vote or possess firearms. let alone any other part of the bird. Even if It’s in the best interests of everyone living someone gave you the feather as a present, or working on Belvoir to safeguard our you’re in violation of federal law. natural resources, including birds, to keep our What about grabbing an egg that never ecosystem in balance and ensure the enjoyment hatched? Also forbidden. Just want a close of natural wonders for the future. look at the nest without taking anything? Still Enjoy eagles from a distance, and leave their forbidden. If you’re not sure if what you have is environment and loose feathers, undisturbed. an eagle feather and you’re hoping you might If you believe you have witnessed violations of fall into a gray area of non-enforcement, you’re the Eagle Act or the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, out of luck. Migratory birds, in general, are report them through proper channels.

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INSCOM welcomes new command sergeant major By Kenn Blanchard Army Intelligence and Security Command

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Command Sgt. Maj. William M. Rinehart addresses the audience after assuming the position as INSCOM’s senior noncommissioned officer, during an assumption of responsibility ceremony at INSCOM’s Nolan Building on Belvoir, July 31. Rinehart is the agency’s 16th command sergeant major.

he U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Command welcomed its 16th command sergeant major, during an assumption of responsibility ceremony at the Nolan Building on Belvoir, July 31. Command Sgt. Maj. William Rinehart assumed the position as the command’s senior NCO, in a ceremony officiated by Maj. Gen. Gary W. Johnston, INSCOM commanding general. Due to social distancing requirements the event had a small audience, with others viewing the ceremony via teleconference. Johnston welcomed Rinehart to the INSCOM family with words of encouragement. “CSM Rinehart has worked at every echelon and in a variety of major commands and units. At each of these posts, he made the formation better,” Johnston said. “He has served with Special Operations; Infantry; joint

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and cyber units, to name just a few. He obviously has no problem getting outside of his comfort zone, which is exactly what we need here at INSCOM.” Johnston also noted that Rinehart brings a wealth of knowledge and a diverse background that will only better enable INSCOM to connect and deliver the intelligence enterprise. “... I know he is ready to hit the ground running and make this formation better,” added Johnston. Rinehart, who previously served as command sergeant major for U.S. Army South at Fort Sam Houston, Texas, thanked his wife and Johnston for the opportunity to take care of the members of his newest squad. “The men and women of the INSCOM enterprise have protected this nation for decades and will continue to do so in the future,” Rinehart said. “I am proud to be a part of that past and its future. It is truly an honor to serve and I look forward to seeing where the future takes us.”


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Belvoir student ‘Makes the Grade’

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r. Claude McMullen, right, director of the Logistics Readiness Center, retires after 47 years of service with the government. McMullen was a key logistics enabler for the largest Army

Installation in the National Capital Region and provided the full spectrum of logistics services for Fort Belvoir and Army units in the Military District of Washington from November 2004 to July 2020.

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Bella Zavala, center, receives the grand prize, $2,000 Exchange gift card, for the You Made the Grade sweepstakes, Aug. 1, after competing with over 500 military students worldwide, by maintaining a B average or higher. Also pictured are, left, Kimberly Niess, Belvoir main store manager; and JoAnne Cahalan, Belvoir general manager. Learn more about this program at aafes. com/about-exchange/you-made-the-grade/.

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Belvoir hosting a virtual summer camp pilot program By Paul Lara Belvoir Eagle

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elvoir Child and Youth Services is one of the first locations to offer a virtual summer camp that allows school age children, ages 5 to 12, to learn about the world and securely visit with their peers online, according to Lara Sullivan, a CYS program operations specialist coordinating the activity. Sullivan said the program teams two military and family life counselors with kids for a variety of organized, online activities. “We are a pilot site and have received positive responses from participating families,” said Sullivan. “Due to COVID-19, we had to do some of ‘out of the box’ thinking and figure out a way to support our families. We have two counselors guiding the children, through a HIPAAcompliant, Zoom platform that is secure. Each family gets its own unique code to sign in. This gives them an opportunity to engage in virtual activities, and kids interact with others of the same age.” Sullivan said the parent has to be present at the beginning of the session, but can then retreat, and let the child enjoy the hour-long session. Should any issues arise during the online session, a counselor will text the parent to re-join the child. “Our goal is eventually to have school age kids in essential care programs to participate with their friends,” adding that poor cell reception at the Markham School

Age Center is creating some technical issues. Sullivan said there are morning and afternoon sessions, based on age group, which keeps activities developmentally appropriate for those children. “It is the same two counselors, and they are both on each session, and we also have a CYS employee to provide line-of-sight supervision. The goal is to give the families a bit of respite, but we keep an eye on engagements.” Tameka Owens agrees this camp offers her 8-year-old son, Bryce, some structured adventure. “I think the programming has been really helpful. Bryce was really excited when they traveled to other places, like Japan,” said Owens. “Facilitators did a good job of learning the names of the children and picking up on the cues of the children and involving them or leaving them to listen, as they participated. At 8, that’s a big part of growing up – being able to interact with your peers. It’s been a real confidence booster.” Gary Galicinao said his 7-year-old daughter, Emma, loves the weekday activities. “This is our first time doing this, and she looks forward to the lessons every day. She told me the online trip to Japan ‘was like traveling, even during COVID.’” This program runs until August 28. For more information: belvoir.armymwr. com or 703-216-1262.

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Maj. Christine Krueger swims laps Aug. 6 at the North Post Pool.

‘Back in the swim of things’ . . . for some By David Fawcett Belvoir Eagle

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he North Post Pool is the only base swimming facility open and only active duty and first responders are allowed, on a first-come, first-serve basis. Sixteen patrons overall are permitted in the facility each 90 minutes. One of two outdoor pools on the base, North Post can hold a maximum of 12 swimmers at a time in the water. North Post is open Monday through Friday, starting at 6:30 a.m. and closing for the day at 2 p.m. The number of swimmers varies each day as people begin to realize the pool is open, but the level of interest is rising. Maj. Christine Krueger arrived at Belvoir two weeks ago looking for a nearby pool. It was great timing. A triathlete, Krueger needed to swim laps as soon as possible to start getting back into form. She had not been in a pool since the coronavirus shut facilities down in mid-March and had no interest in finding a pool off base that might limit her time in the water based on space availability. Krueger, who taught systems engineering

at the U.S. Military Academy before being assigned to the Army Center for Army Analysis, discovered that North Post Pool reopened July 20. She liked the location, since she could break away at lunchtime. And she liked the 90-minute swim intervals allowed in between a 30-minute period for sanitizing the pool. “It fit perfectly,” Krueger said. For Morale, Welfare and Recreation staff, the return is welcome. “My staff has been out of work and we have high school and college kids who need to make money,” said Katie Derr, aquatics program manager. “We’re starting to get back to normal. It’s nice to have your pool family together.” Liam Post, a 2020 South County High School graduate and a lifeguard at North Post, agrees. “It’s different,” said Post, who is in his second year working as a lifeguard at Belvoir. “But it’s about going to work again.” For Krueger, it’s a much welcomed return to the pool, even if it’s taking some time to adjust. “I can feel the layoff,” Krueger said. “The first few days, it was more tiring than it should have been.”

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Outdoor Rec adds new boats to rent

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A 12-person pontoon boat is available to rent, beginning Saturday.

By David Fawcett Belvoir Eagle ODR introduced two new paddleboards to rent this month. Beginning Saturday, they’ll have two new boats to rent, a six-person Mako and a 12-person pontoon. Reservations for boats and the paddleboards are on a first-come, first-serve basis, and can last for up to three weeks. There’s a temporary promotional special of $149 per day for the Mako and a three-day weekend rate, Friday-Sunday only, is $389. The daily price for the pontoon is $170 per day, $449 for a three-day weekend, Friday-Sunday. For more information, contact Outdoor Recreation at 703-805-3081, File photo by Paul Lara visit them at 10155 Johnston Road, Dave Doane and Melanie Wiscount or at belvoir.armymwr.com. ODR is prepare to launch their boat at open every day, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Belvoir Marina.


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U.S. delivers humanitarian aid to Beirut By Tech. Sgt. Michael Battles 379th Air Expeditonary Wing Public Affairs

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n a joint endeavor to help the Lebanese Armed Forces and the people of Lebanon after a deadly explosion in Beirut, U.S. Airmen and Soldiers stationed in Qatar worked to load the first U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III with humanitarian aid, Aug. 6. Personnel from the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing, Air Mobility Command’s 8th Expeditionary Air Mobility Squadron and 816th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron on Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, and the Area Support Group-Qatar from Camp As Sayliyah worked to palletize food, water and medical supplies delivered to Beirut later that day. “Support of this magnitude at such speed wouldn’t be possible without the joint effort of all members of Al Udeid Air Base, our U.S. Army counterparts at Camp As Sayliyah and our gracious Qatari partners,” said Brig. Gen. Daniel Tulley, 379th Air Expeditionary Wing commander. “In the wake of tragedy, it truly takes a combined effort to make the mission happen. We do this every day in Qatar, and that’s exactly what we are doing in support of the Lebanese Armed Forces.” Soldiers from the ASG-Qatar at Camp As Sayliyah packed and loaded 11 pallets of humanitarian aid, which contained more than 28,800 military field rations, known as MREs, or meals ready to eat; 11,520 bottles of water and

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U.S. Airmen prepare to load humanitarian aid supplies onto a U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Aug. 6, bound for Beirut. U.S. Central Command coordinated with the Lebanese Armed Forces and U.S. Embassy-Beirut to transport critical supplies to support the Lebanese people after a deadly port explosion Aug. 4. two pallets of medical supplies and transported them to Al Udeid Air Base with support of a local Qatari transport company. “In short notice, ASG-Qatar assembled Soldiers and limited contract support to quickly palletize 11 pallets to be flightworthy; consisting of water, MREs and medical supplies,” said Army Lt. Col. Elizabeth Pura, ASGQatar director of logistics. “(I’m)

truly grateful to the Soldiers and civilians who stepped up to support the mission. I appreciate our Air Force personnel support from AUAB, it’s nice to see a combined effort from all.” Upon their arrival to Al Udeid, the pallets were received by Airmen from the 8th EAMS, and processed for loading onto a C-17 bound for Beirut. “At a moment’s notice, our

mobility Airmen and the global air mobility support system stand ready to take action in tough situations like the explosion in Beirut,” said Air Force Lt. Col. Nicholas Lee, 8th EAMS commander. “The 8th EAMS is proud to be able to answer the call to support the Lebanese Armed Forces and help those in need of supplies with rapid global mobility.”

Preventing sexual harassment in the Army By Army.mil

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have been sexually assaulted. What should I do? If you have been sexually assaulted or think you have been, go to a safe location away from the perpetrator. If you want to talk with someone or want help, there are people ready to help. Understand the difference between a restricted and unrestricted report, so those you reach out to will understand your needs and can best help. You may contact your local Sexual Assault Response Coordinator, Victim Advocate or healthcare provider. Communication with them is privileged and confidential, except in specific circumstances. While a chaplain cannot take a restricted report, communication with a chaplain is privileged under the Military Rules of Evidence 503 or applicable statutes and regulations, when they are made confidentially and as a formal act of religion or as a matter of conscience. Chaplains may not disclose a confidential or privileged communication revealed in the practice of their ministry, without the individual’s informed consent.

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You may also contact your chain of command or law enforcement (military or civilian); however, if you contact your chain of command

or law enforcement, an investigation will occur, and you will not have the option of making a restricted report. Seek medical care as soon as possible. Even if, like many sexual assault victims, you do not have any visible physical injuries, you may be at risk of becoming pregnant or acquiring a sexually transmitted disease. Ask the healthcare provider to conduct a sexual assault forensic examination to preserve forensic evidence, in case you decide later that you want to file an unrestricted report of sexual assault which may lead to prosecution. If you suspect you may have been drugged, request a urine sample be collected. Preserve all evidence of the assault. Even if you feel an intense need to clean yourself, do not bathe, wash your hands, eat, drink, or brush your teeth. Do not clean or straighten up the crime scene. You may not be thinking clearly due to the trauma, so taking these steps at the outset will help preserve evidence that investigators or law enforcement personnel may need to collect in the event that you file an unrestricted report. The DoD Safe Helpline is 877-995-5247 and is available 24/7 for confidential, anonymous, worldwide help.


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Construction Construction is the biggest cause of sediment erosion and contamination to the Chesapeake Bay. Eliminating pervious surfaces, like gravel and grassy areas, has made sediment more susceptible to being swept away by stormwater and can carry many pollutants to our streams. Sediment accumulation also increases cloudiness in waterways that affects aquatic life. The warmer months are a busy time for construction activities and everyone, including residents, can help. If you see large amounts of sediment tracking from construction sites, hazardous material spills, or any type of discharge that isn’t water, contact Fort Belvoir Environmental Division on Facebook at FortBelvoirEnvironmental or e-mail usarmy.belvoir.imcom-atlantic. mbx.dpw-enrd-stormwater@mail.mil.


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Department of Defense Offers an Expanded Child Care Service Through Military OneSource By Department of Defense

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he Department of Defense is providing an additional way for military parents to find child care solutions for hourly care. Military OneSource will expand its offerings through a national online service that enables families to find, hire, and pay for care. The new offering provides access to a monthly subscription service with a secure, searchable network of care providers. The subscription, provided at no cost to eligible military families, offers a user-friendly way to explore providers who can assist with hourly, flexible and ondemand child care services. Families can find out more and access the service through MilitaryOneSource.mil or call Military OneSource at 800-342-9647 to speak with a consultant who can support their search. “We are committed to taking care of our service members and military families, and understand that families may need assistance with their hourly care needs,” said Kim Joiner, deputy assistant secretary of defense for military community and family policy. “This new service provides a flexible way that empowers modern military families to find child care services that best meet their hourly care needs.” “Child care is a workforce issue that directly impacts the readiness and retention of the Total Force,” said Carolyn Stevens, director of the Office of Military Family Readiness Policy. “This new service provides another

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opportunity for the department to support our military families.”

About Military Community and Family Policy Military Community and Family Policy is directly responsible for establishing qualityof-life policies and programs that help our

guardians of country, their families and survivors be well and mission-ready. Military OneSource is the gateway to programs and services that support the everyday needs of the 5.2 million service members and immediate family members of the military community. These Department of Defense services can be accessed 24/7/365 around the world.

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Belvoir Community Briefs Chapel services Weekly worship services are conducted virtually and in-person on Fort Belvoir, with an in-person limit of 50 per service. Services are: Jewish, Belvoir Chapel, Fridays, 7:30 p.m. Catholic, Belvoir Chapel, Saturdays, 5 p.m.; and Sundays, 9:30 a.m. Anglican, Fairfax Chapel, Sundays, 9 a.m.

ID card facility Walk-in services at Belvoir’s ID card facility are available Thursdays for uniformed Service members, federal employees and government contractors, only, from 8 a.m.-3 p.m., except for noon-1:30 p.m. The last customer before lunch is accepted at 11:30 a.m. For info, call the ID card facility, 703-805-5578.

Chapel Next, Woodlawn Chapel, Sundays, 9:30 a.m. Traditional, Belvoir Chapel, Sundays, 11 a.m. Gospel, Woodlawn Chapel, Sundays, 11:30 a.m.

New food court option Qdoba at the Belvoir Main Exchange is open, every day, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

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Estate Anyone with debts owed to or by the estate of Sgt. William A Kuhnmuench, who passed away Aug. 6, must contact Capt. Christopher Vucich, the Soldier’s summary court officer. Vucich can be reached by calling 912-777-8697 or emailing Christopher.d.vucich.mil@ mail.mil.

No-salute zones The gate areas of Belvoir are declared “Nosalute zones” during the COVID-19 period, when Service members are augmenting force protection.

MWR’s newest facility, Patriot Pet Care, offers pet day care, boarding and grooming. The facility, Bldg. 628, is at 5975 Warren Road. Reservations are available by calling 703-795-4356.

In-home daycare providers needed The Family Child Care Program recently began offering two new bonuses to qualified FCC providers, for relocation and recruitment. Each bonus is up to a $1,000. Childcare needs are rising and FCC providers greatly benefit the military community.

Fort Belvoir Hospital Curbside Pharmacy The launch of our Curbside Pharmacy Services has been a welcomed addition to our beneficiary care service options. However, in order for this service to continue to be effective, and to further minimize wait times please note: BEGINNING ON AUGUST 17, ALL PRESCRIPTIONS MUST BE ACTIVATED PRIOR TO VISITING OUR CURBSIDE PHARMACY. CURBSIDE ACTIVATION WILL NO LONGER BE AVAILABLE. IN ADDITION, THE HOURS OF OPERATION WILL BE MONDAY - FRIDAY FROM 8:30 A.M. TO 5 P.M. Below are the prescription activation methods available to you: • • • •

Activate your prescription using the phone activation line or by using the online request form. Use the phone-in request line for immediate, time-sensitive medication requests. These requests will be processed for immediate curbside pickup. Online, or internet requests should be used for less urgent medication requests. Continue using TRICARE® Online, or the automated refill line for refill requests, which may be picked up at the Exchange Pharmacy.

Fort Belvoir Curbside Pharmacy Information: • Refill Line: 800-377-1723 • Phone Activation Line: 571-231-3224; opt 2, opt 2 • Internet Request Form: https://www.apps.capmed.mil/ FBCHPharmacyPrescriptionRequest/

We look forward to better serving you. SCAN HERE to access the Internet Request Form

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