Health

Capt. Tobin Rader logged more than 1 million steps as a participant in the Leaner LRMC Challenge. As the overall points winner, however, his walk to work is now only a mere 50 paces — the distance from the commander’s parking space to his office door.

TRICARE beneficiaries who have an assigned primary care manager at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center can now make primary care appointments at their convenience using TRICARE Online. The website is easy to use, allows 24-hour access and helps avoid long wait times on the phone.

In June 2008, Liz Boisvert was juggling the responsibilities of being a military spouse stationed far from home and the increased responsibilities of being a new mom.

After giving birth to two children, Cheryl Cubol needed to lose some baby weight. Like some moms, she was OK with her appearance but noticed her weight gain affected quality
time with her children.

The Department of Defense has several transitional health care programs to assist service members and their families as they prepare for civilian life.

Every Service member knows certain basic skills to survive in combat. Knowledge of dietary supplements is another matter.

Fluoride is a natural element that strengthens tooth enamel to become more resistant to cavities, and it helps repair or re-harden enamel in order to arrest the early cavities.