By Lisa Ferdinando
Army News Service

Whether in rugged mountainous terrain, low valleys, deserts, wetlands, wooded areas, or open fields, Soldiers spend a considerable amount of time outdoors. The Army wants them to know just how their uniforms are protecting them from insect-borne diseases.Read More

By Robert N. Kang
U.S. Army Public Health Command

According to the National Eye Institute, vision disorders are the most common handicapping conditions during childhood in the United States. Yet, fewer than 15 percent of all preschool children receive eye examinations.Read More

Command Chief Master Sgt. Craig Adams inspects the ceremonial sword after accepting it from Gen. Philip Breedlove, U.S. EUCOM commander, during the EUCOM senior leader change of responsibility ceremony at Washington Square on Patch Barracks Aug. 14. Adams assumed the role from Fleet Master Chief Roy Maddocks (center), who retiredRead More

As part of the Integrated Mental Health Strategy, the Defense Department’s National Center for Telehealth and Technology, and the Veterans Affairs Department’s mental health informatics section have partnered to develop an interactive, online educational and life-coaching program.Read More

By Claudette Roulo
American Forces Press Service

As part of the Integrated Mental Health Strategy, the Defense Department’s National Center for Telehealth and Technology, and the Veterans Affairs Department’s mental health informatics section have partnered to develop an interactive, online educational and life-coaching program.
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American Forces Press Service

The Department of Defense announced its plan to extend benefits to same-sex spouses of uniformed service members and Department of Defense civilian employees, according to a DOD news release issued Aug. 14.
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