APRIL 22, 2024 - As we celebrate this Earth Day, we are reminded of our responsibility to protect the planet and the people on it. We all have a role to play in safeguarding our environment. The Department of Defense oversees the management and care of 27 million acres of land, water, and airspace. On these millions of acres, we develop and test new technologies and … [Read more...]
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How TRICARE Covers Cancer Clinical Trials
APRIL 22, 2024 – If you have cancer, clinical trials can offer a path to innovative new treatments. TRICARE covers participation in cancer clinical trials sponsored by the National Cancer Institute (NCI). The NCI is the federal government’s main agency for cancer research and training. “NCI-sponsored clinical trials are at the forefront of cancer research and care,” said … [Read more...]
Coast Guard Commissions Newest Cutter
Former Master Chief Petty Officers of the Coast Guard stand in front of the Coast Guard Cutter Calhoun (WMSL 759), which is named for the first Master Chief Petty Officer of the Coast Guard (MCPOCG), Charles Calhoun, April 20, 2024, in North Charleston, South Carolina. From left, MCPOCG #13 Jason Vanderhaden, MCPOCG #10 Skip Bowen, MCPOCG #8 Vince Patton, MCPOCG #7 Eric Trent, … [Read more...]
Combined Maritime Forces Hosts Security Conference
APRIL 22, 2024 – Combined Maritime Forces (CMF) hosted senior military leaders during a two-day maritime security conference held aboard Naval Support Activity Bahrain, April 16-17. CMF member and partner nation delegates and naval leaders were among the guests attending the annual maritime security conference, hosted by the world’s largest naval partnership. Calling CMF … [Read more...]
Pacific Air Forces Host Multilateral Weather Talks
APRIL 22, 2024 - Air Force weather officers from the U.S., Japan, South Korea and Germany gathered at the Tradewinds Conference Center to discuss key lines of effort across the Indo-Pacific at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, April 9–11. Moreover, the U.S. Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force signed a Terms of Reference agreement, solidifying weather interoperability … [Read more...]