JUNE 21, 2016, WEST POINT, N.Y. - While attending Airborne School, U.S. Army Capt. Justin Decker knew instantly that something felt different during his third of five jumps required to earn the coveted airborne "Jump" wings. At first he adopted the 'ignore it and it'll go away strategy,' until the pain eventually became too great. It wasn't until sometime later that an MRI … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2016
Overcoming Mental Health Stigmas and Stereotypes in the Military
June 21, 2016, by David McCauley - Veterans have problems just like everyone else. Sometimes they get stressed, depressed, or anxious. We don’t talk about it enough though, especially not in the service. Overcoming mental health stigmas and stereotypes is hard no matter what your background in life is. Opening dialogues about disorders and illnesses may be normal in the … [Read more...]
Talk To A Recruiter
One of the first aspects of joining the military is speaking to a recruiter. If you are unsure about the branch of the military you are interested in joining, don’t be shy about speaking to recruiters from all branches of interest. They are there to inform you about your possible options in joining the military. It is always a good idea to approach your gathering of … [Read more...]
Military Women Highlighted at Summit
JUNE 17, 2016, WASHINGTON (AFNS) - The American people need to know that the U.S. military is a true meritocracy that’s open to all citizens who meet service standards, Air Force Gen. Lori J. Robinson said at the White House-sponsored United State of Women Summit here June 14. Robinson, the commander of U.S. Northern Command and North American Aerospace Defense Command, … [Read more...]
Learn CPR and Save a Life
June 17, 2016, by Jerry Nelson - Ever since 1957 when the military first introduced CPR training, millions of people worldwide have learned the technique to save a life. First taught to troops assigned to the medical corps, it wasn't long before training was incorporated into boot camp regimen. Knowing CPR saves lives and attitudes have changed. In the 1970s ambulance … [Read more...]