Four Local Naval Medical Commands Triumph with Navy Surgeon General's Awards
In a notable accomplishment, four esteemed Naval Medical Commands have garnered the prestigious Navy Surgeon General’s Health Promotion and Wellness Award for 2024 — a recognition that underscores their exemplary commitment to health excellence.
A Resounding Achievement
The coveted award, affectionately dubbed as the “Blue H Award,” is orchestrated under the aegis of the Navy and Marine Corps Force Health Protection Command (NMCFHPC). It salutes the outstanding health policies and activities that immensely contribute to the readiness and well-being of Navy service members. The lauded commands, which report to Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command (NMRTC) Patuxent River, include NMRTU Dahlgren, NMRTC Detachment Indian Head, and NMRTC Detachment Joint Base Andrews.
The Path to Recognition
The illustrious award hinges on a tiered system, where accolades such as the Bronze Anchor, Silver Eagle, and Gold Star await deserving candidates. Each participating organization secures at least the Bronze Anchor, while the journey to achieving the Silver Eagle necessitates a rigorous criterion of accruing 35 points through comprehensive assessments and the implementation of health behavior challenges lasting a minimum of 60 cumulative days.
This year, the Silver Eagle honor celebrates programs championing Responsible Drinking, Healthy Eating, Active Living, Psychological and Sexual Health, alongside Tobacco-Free Living and Weight Management.
The Secret to Success
According to DVIDS, the secret of their success lies in their innovative strategies that encompass wide-ranging health topics pivotal to service member resilience. The commands’ dedication to fostering a robust culture of health reflects their monumental role in the health promotion sphere.
Exemplifying Excellence
Officials from NMRTC Patuxent River and its affiliated commands expressed their gratitude for the award. Not just a testament to individual determination, each award underscores the collaborative effort and alignment with broader Navy health objectives.
Their trailblazing wellness programs, meticulously crafted and executed, set benchmarks for a fit and ready force, thus securing a robust, enduring Navy.
In an era where health and well-being have emerged as cardinal principles, the tremendous strides of these Naval Commands indeed epitomize the essence of a resolute naval community committed to promoting comprehensive wellness and resilience, inspiring Navy personnel and the communities they serve.
