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How do I view facility information on the Fox website?

Fox Army Health Center website. 1-256-955-8888. Clinic Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m - 4:00 p.m. Closed weekends and federal holidays. 1st Thursday of every month, last appointment is …

What happens if the military hospital Can't get Me an appointment?

This Web site provides an introduction to the U.S. Army Medical Department Activity organizations on Redstone Arsenal, which are the Fox Army Health Center, the Dental Activity on Redstone Arsenal, and the Veterinary Activity on Redstone Arsenal. It is intended for interested members of the public, news media and Department of Defense ...

What does the military health system track related to patient safety?

This Web site provides an introduction to the U.S. Army Medical Department Activity organizations on Redstone Arsenal, which are the Fox Army Health Center, the Dental Activity on Redstone Arsenal, and the Veterinary Activity on Redstone Arsenal. It is intended for interested members of the public, news media and Department of Defense ...

What is Fox Army Health Center?

The Fox Army Health Center#N#Goes to the MTF website#N#provides comprehensive primary care to the soldiers, families, retirees, and beneficiaries of the Redstone Arsenal community to improve readiness and promote health. We’re committed to operational readiness, outstanding customer service, and world-class health care delivery for our beneficiaries.

Why are catheters left in place?

It is left in place to collect urine while a patient is immobile or incontinent. Catheters can become a way for germs to enter the body and cause infections in the urinary tract. These infections are called catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs). They can cause additional illness.

What is a central line?

A central line is a narrow tube inserted by a doctor into a large vein of a patient’s neck or chest. This is so the patient can receive fluids or medication, or so that blood can be collected for medical tests. Central lines can become a way for germs to enter the body and cause infections in the blood.

Is one measure an indication of a facility's quality?

One measure is not an indication of a facility's quality. Sometimes a smaller population can make a measure move pretty drastically from quarter to quarter, so don't be alarmed if you see a dip or a spike.