Health

Maintaining peak readiness requires more than physical strength and tactical proficiency. Mental and emotional wellbeing are critical components of a resilient force, and proactively addressing anxiety is essential for sustained performance. Public Health Command Europe emphasizes equipping soldiers with practical tools to build resilience and navigate the stressors inherent in […]

A child’s astonished look gave added weight to a vexing issue openly addressed at Naval Hospital Bremerton, Sep.18. As a mother brought her young daughter to Naval Hospital Bremerton’s Pediatric Clinic for an appointment, they happened upon Health Promotion’s Health Fair focus on National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. Part of […]

Bees, with more than 25,000 species, have a critical role in nature, as well as commerce. They are responsible not just for honey, their winter food, but for pollinating food crops, as well as flowers. Wasps and hornets are also important as they hunt down aphids, caterpillars, and other pests […]

As the U.S. military observes Suicide Prevention Month in September there is a renewed focus on destigmatizing behavioral health care and promoting available resources for servicemembers and their families. “Suicide remains a persistent concern within the military community,” said U.S. Army Col. Matthew Garrido, director of psychological health for Medical […]

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center continues to demonstrate its unwavering commitment to military families through its Child and Adolescent Partial Hospitalization (CAPH) Program, a vital initiative that provides comprehensive mental health care for TRICARE-eligible adolescents between the ages of 12 and 18. For nearly 30 […]

As the temperatures rise, Soldiers face an increased risk of heat-related illnesses as they routinely undergo rigorous training across diverse weather conditions. The Fort Bragg Chief of Environmental Health, Department of Public Health, Lt. Col. Owen Price has seen firsthand the impact of heat stress on service members. Soldiers are […]

Summer is a great time for the outdoors, grilling, picnics and relaxing. But just because we want to have fun doesn’t mean we can’t stay safe. Here are some tips to help make your summer the best, and healthiest, one yet. The Sun Sunshine on my shoulders makes me happy, […]