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Jan. 27, 2026

WACH 2025 Soldier of the Year and NCO of the Year Named

FORT IRWIN, Calif. — Weed Army Community Hospital proudly announces its 2025 Soldier of the Year and Noncommissioned Officer of the Year: SPC Larry Johnson and SGT Richard White, two soldiers whose performance, perseverance, and teamwork reflect the very best of the Army profession.   Selected after a demanding multi-day competition that tested physical endurance, tactical skill, confidence under pressure, and leadership ability, both Soldiers shared their reflections on what pushed them, what prepared them, and what this moment means for their futures.

Jan. 14, 2026

Weed Army Community Hospital Earns Leapfrog Top General Hospital Award for 2025

FORT IRWIN, Calif. — Weed Army Community Hospital receives its first Leapfrog Top General Hospital Award for 2025, recognizing exceptional patient safety, quality, and military health readiness.

Sept. 3, 2025

Weed Army Hospital Nurses Skills Fair

FORT IRWIN, Calif. — WACH recently hosted a Nurse Skills Fair, bringing together staff from inpatient and primary care for a day of hands-on learning, collaboration, and confidence-building. The event, organized by Hospital Education & Training (HE&T), featured stations led by experts from various hospital departments, ensuring a well-rounded training experience for the entire nursing team.

July 29, 2025

Fort Irwin Dental Clinic Cases Guidon

FORT IRWIN, Calif. — The Fort Irwin Dental Clinic Command marked a historic milestone with a heartfelt casing of the guidon ceremony, formally concluding its legacy as a standalone unit and ushering in a new era as the Department of Dental Services under the Defense Health Network’s Weed Army Community Hospital. The ceremony, held at Sandy Basin Community Center, honored the command’s proud heritage while celebrating its future as an integrated part of Fort Irwin’s healthcare team.

July 2, 2025

Mission Complete: Fort Irwin MEDDAC Achieves 100% Retention for FY 25

FORT IRWIN, Calif. — Fort Irwin MEDDAC completed 100% soldier retention for FY 25 while the Department of Behavioral Health hits second year of 100% retention. Hear what staff had to say about this success.

July 1, 2025

Five Nurses Honored with DAISY Award at Weed Army Community Hospital and New Monarch Award Debuts

FORT IRWIN, Calif. — Weed Army Community Hospital recently honored five outstanding nurses with the nationally recognized DAISY Award, a prestigious accolade that celebrates extraordinary compassion and clinical excellence in nursing. The command team has also launched a companion program called the Monarch Award.

June 13, 2025

Celebrating Two Birthdays: Army 250th and WACH's 45th

FORT IRWIN, Calif. — Weed Army Community Hospital staff celebrated 45 years of serving Fort Irwin community.

April 18, 2025

Fort Irwin MEDDAC Soldiers Earn 2nd Place at Desert Showdown

EDWARDS AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. — A team from Weed Army Community Hospital earned 2nd place in the Desert Showdown at Edwards Air Force Base, finishing just two seconds behind the top spot. As the only Army team competing, they showcased exceptional teamwork, resilience, and medical readiness in a physically and mentally demanding joint-service event.

March 12, 2025

Weed Army Community Hospital Expands Blood Supply Capabilities

FORT IRWIN, Calif. — Weed Army Community Hospital receives cold-stored blood platelets to expand hospital's availability of blood products. The Laboratory is also in discussions to acquire frozen red blood cells (RBCs) to meet Prolonged Field Care Standards of Public Health Emergency Management and Mass Casualty (MASCAL) response requirements.

Sept. 10, 2024

How to Reduce Exposure to Wildfire Smoke: Tips for Protecting Your Health

FORT IRWIN, Calif. — As wildfires continue to burn in our region, it’s important to stay mindful of the impact on air quality, even if the fires are miles away. Smoke and particulate matter can travel long distances, creating health risks, especially for those with respiratory conditions, children, the elderly, and pregnant women.