5th Medical Group - Minot AFB

04/30/2026

You may know someone who uses a wheelchair or walker to get around, or a glucose monitor for their diabetes. These items are just a few of many useful items that TRICARE covers as durable medical

04/30/2026

⚠️ 5th Medical Group May 2026 Closure ⚠️

🩺 Need care while we're closed?
• 📞 Nurse Advice Line: 24/7 support from registered nurses! Call 1-800-TRICARE (1-800-874-2273) or visit https://mhsnurseadviceline.com/home for web or video chat.

• 🚑 Urgent Care: Visit a TRICARE-authorized urgent care center. Find a location: https://tricare.mil/CoveredServices/IsItCovered/UrgentCare

• 🚨 Emergency: For life-threatening emergencies, please proceed to the nearest emergency room or call 911.

04/29/2026

PCS season is right around the corner. Planning now reduces stress later. Talk with your family about the transition, and prioritize sleep, fitness and staying connected.
Managing PCS stress protects family stability—and mission readiness.
Lean on Military OneSource resources to help make your move as seamless as possible.

04/28/2026

Thank you to our 5th MDG Physicians! ❤️🩺

On March 30th, we recognized National Doctors' Day and the exceptional physicians of the 5th Medical Group. Our doctors are more than just clinicians; they are mission-enablers who ensure our personnel are fit to fly, fight, and win. Equally important is the world-class care they provide to our families; by keeping our dependents healthy and resilient, they ensure our members can focus on the mission with peace of mind. From the flightline to the family medicine clinic, their dedication is the true backbone of our readiness.

Please join us in thanking our doctors for their service, sacrifice, and commitment to the health of our Total Force!

04/28/2026

📞 Not sure who to call when you need care? We’ve got you covered!

During the duty day (Monday–Friday, 0700–1600), call the 5th Medical Group directly at 701-723-5633 for appointments, questions, and support.

After hours, weekends, or holidays—skip the stress of trying to diagnose yourself online. You don’t have to! Registered nurses are just a phone call away.

Call the MHS Nurse Advice Line, available 24/7, to speak with a registered nurse who can guide your care and help you decide your next steps.

Learn more (including overseas options): www.tricare.mil/NAL

04/28/2026

04/27/2026

We’re introducing ambient listening technology at military hospitals to help providers focus more on you and less on their computer screen. To learn more about ambient listening, visit: www.tricare.mil/MHSGENESISrecords

04/27/2026

Huge congratulations to the 5th Healthcare Operations Squadron! 🏆🩺

This February, the 5th HCOS has been named the Squadron of the Month by the Northern Sentry, perfectly embodying the theme of "Heart and Hustle."

Whether they are managing patient care, supporting the clinic, or ensuring our warfighters and their families are always ready, the 5 HCOS team consistently brings their absolute best to the mission. We are incredibly proud of their hard work, dedication, and the "hustle" they show every single day to keep our force healthy and ready to fight! 🇺🇸💪

Check out the full Northern Sentry article below to read more about their amazing impact on our community.

🔗 Read the full story here: https://northernsentry.com/2026/02/05/february-squadron-of-the-month-heart-and-hustle-5th-healthcare-operations-squadron/

👏 February Squadron of the Month-Heart and Hustle: 5th Healthcare Operations Squadron https://buff.ly/9Su8msY

04/27/2026

Mission Readiness: More Than Just the Basics 🇺🇸

It was a busy and productive month of training for the 5th Medical Group! This month’s sessions focused on a wide variety of critical medical skills and operational requirements designed to keep our personnel sharp, agile, and always mission-ready.

The highlight of the training was our capstone Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) event, where our medics put their life-saving skills to the ultimate test in high-stress, realistic scenarios.

A huge shoutout to our expert instructors and all the participants for their unwavering dedication to clinical excellence and operational readiness! 🩺💪

04/24/2026

Spring is in full swing. If you’re getting ready to tackle spring cleaning, don’t forget about your medicine cabinet! 💊

If you have unused or expired medications at home, protect your family, your community, and the environment by disposing of them safely. Learn how and find a location near you: www.tricare.mil/drugtakeback

04/23/2026

April is Alcohol Awareness Month!

The 5th Medical Group Health Promotions office is committed to the health, readiness, and well-being of the Minot community. This month, we want to highlight two excellent, actionable resources to help you make informed decisions about alcohol use:

Warfighter Wellness
Looking for the facts? This site provides foundational information on alcohol use and awareness to support your overall wellness journey.
👉 https://warfighterwellness.org/alcohol/

Own Your Limits
Ready to see the impact? Check out these practical, interactive tools including a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) calculator, a calorie counter, and a spending calculator to see how alcohol affects your wallet and your health.
👉 https://www.ownyourlimits.org/calculators/

Knowledge is power—take a few minutes today to explore these tools and own your limits!

Try out these calculators to help make better decisions the next time you go out for a drink.

04/23/2026

💊 What’s in your medicine cabinet?

Unused or expired medications can increase the risk of misuse, accidental ingestion, and prescription drug diversion—impacting individual health and force readiness.
Improper disposal can also harm the environment.
A medically ready force depends on prevention—at home and in our communities.

Take action:
✔ Check your medicine cabinet.
✔ Remove unused or expired medications.
✔ Drop them off at a site on April 25th, 2026
✔ Use an authorized year-round disposal location.

Safe disposal protects your family, your installation, and the environment we all depend on to stay ready for the mission. Link in comments below ⬇️

Drug Enforcement Administration - DEA