Health

Think about the last time you had a soda, an energy drink, or the last time you saw someone drinking one. For military personnel, who often work long hours and face demanding physical and mental tasks, these beverages might appear to be a quick fix to boost energy and alertness. […]

Cases of norovirus, a wretched and highly contagious stomach bug, are surging in parts of the United States and Europe this winter, according to Public Health Command Europe data. “Norovirus cases typically increase during winter due to increased gatherings and travel. This highly contagious group of viruses, officially known as […]

The military monitors its service members’ fitness levels to ensure combat physical readiness and minimize loss of personnel to injury. Each military service selects its physical fitness tests to meet its unique mission needs. All services’ fitness tests include measures of aerobic fitness, such as a timed run, and muscular […]

At the 86th Medical Group, our beneficiaries are our #1 priority. Our medics have an unwavering commitment to provide exceptional healthcare and we are always looking to improve how we serve our community. As we work to better your patient experience, one of our newest endeavors is a monthly article […]

As temperatures drop and sunlight becomes scarce, many individuals begin to experience the winter blues, feeling drained and fatigued. Officials from Public Health Command Europe offer strategies to combat this seasonal malaise. If you find yourself feeling tired, unmotivated, and wanting to stay indoors as fall transitions into winter, you […]

Injuries are the leading reason for military medical visits each year according to DHA Public Health. Department of Defense active duty service members require medical treatment for injuries almost 5 million times each year (for around 1.5 million individual injuries). Injuries cost millions of lost duty and training days, and […]