By Carrie Kilby & Esther Dada
U.S. Army Public Health Command

There are many things people don’t have control over when it comes to health care, such as the number of specialty doctors in a particular region, out-of-pocket expenses, proximity of medical treatment facilities, amount of time it takes to see a healthcare provider, and more.Read More

By George A. Smith
American Forces Network Europe

After reading an article on a U.S. military website about the American military’s impact on European culture, a 78-year-old British man was so moved that he wrote down his thoughts in a five-page, single spaced letter, guessed at an address, stuck it in the mail and wondered if anyone would read it. Read More

By Jessica Rawlings
U.S. Army Public Health Command

It’s that time of year again: Festive music fills the air, fireplaces crackle and holiday cheer abounds. It’s the most wonderful time of the year, right?
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Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense (Public Affairs)

As part of the ongoing effort to move away from a one size fits all security approach and provide more of the traveling public the ability to participate in expedited screening, the Transportation Security Administration and the Department of Defense announced Nov. 13 a partnership to expand TSA Precheck expedited screening benefits to all U.S. Armed Forces service members, including those serving in the U.S. Coast Guard, Reserves and National Guard.Read More

By Judith Woodward
U.S. Army Public Health Command

Depression is one of the most common medical conditions. It can affect anyone at any time. This year, the Army is joining organizations and communities across the nation to raise awareness about the dangers of depression. The Army’s theme, “The Courage to Seek Help,” emphasizes that depression is one of the most treatable behavioral health conditions. Getting an early diagnosis and treatment may help reduce the intensity and duration of depression symptoms.Read More

U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Europe and Africa Public Affairs Office

A rifle detail from Marine Corps Forces Europe and Marine Corps Forces Africa fire three volleys during the Oct. 23 memorial service at the Panzer Chapel. The Oct. 23, 1983, bombing in Beirut killed 241 U.S. service members and 58 French paratroopers. Read More

Story & photo by Susan Grady
USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs

Lt. Gen. Michael Ferriter, commander of the U.S. Army Installation Management Command and the Assistant Chief of Staff for Installation Management, visited U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart June 26 during a five-day tour of Army installations in Germany.
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By American Forces Press Service

Defense Department officials will move forward in making benefits available to all military spouses, Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel said in a statement issued after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the Defense of Marriage Act June 26.Read More