News for the Ramstein, Kaiserslautern, Landstuhl & Baumholder military communities in Germany 
Human life is full of anxieties and the modern era includes many issues that cause frustration which leads to stress. Many of us do not even take care of the food we consume. Lack of a proper diet is one of the most important causes for many diseases and disorders […]
The deadline for your project at work is tomorrow. The children are fighting and the milk is about to boil over. You’re tense, your shoulders and neck hurt and your head is pounding — welcome to the world of stress! Find the time Finding time to relax can be difficult, […]
September is Suicide Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness and take action to prevent suicide. However, suicide prevention is not confined to a single month; it is a year-round effort. Understanding Suicide Prevention: Suicide prevention involves understanding risk factors, protective factors, agency resources, and the support systems comprising friends […]
Need to look up your health record, request a prescription refill, check a lab result, schedule an appointment, or send a message to your health care team? MHS GENESIS, the new electronic health record for the Military Health System, provides enhanced, secure technology to manage your health information. MHS GENESIS […]
Overall, both military men and women were nearly twice as likely to report feeling high levels of stress in their military work (39 percent) than in their family life (22 percent), according to the National Library of Medicine. Having networks and relationships that can offer physical and psychological support can […]
In observance of Suicide Prevention Month, the U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Army Substance Abuse Program has formed a Coalition Empowered Community Team, which has organized a series of impactful events aimed at raising awareness and fostering dialogue around suicide prevention. The month-long initiative will run from Sep. 1 to 28. […]
Summer is a great time to take care of health checkups for your kids. Your child’s school likely requires students to get an annual health exam and be up-to-date on vaccines. With a new school year around the corner, don’t delay medical appointments for your kids. “Most schools have mandatory […]
Some soldiers have a greater risk for developing skin cancer than others. For July’s UV Safety Awareness month, soldiers should be aware of their risks and how to reduce their chances of skin cancer. Cancer, including skin cancer, is one of various chronic diseases monitored in the active-duty Army population […]
Mental health had always been a familiar topic for U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Paul Vermaire, 86th Operations Support Squadron aircraft controller. Growing up, he witnessed family members battling depression and suicide. Little did he know. Paul Vermaire’s life would be profoundly affected by his own struggles. Paul Vermaire and […]
Since the invention of the first bike in the 1800s, bike riding has become a popular form of transportation, enjoyment, and physical activity. Yet it can also be a dangerous one. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that nearly 1,000 bicyclists die every year, and more than 130,000 […]
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