JUNE 11, 2025 - About 11 million Americans over age 12 need vision correction, according to the CDC. Do you know if you’re one of them? Getting routine eye exams to monitor your eyesight can help detect and prevent eye diseases early. “Tending to your vision is an important part of supporting an overall healthy lifestyle,” said Jeannine Pickrell, M.S., RN, director for … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2025
400 Guard Soldiers Marching in Army’s 250th Birthday Parade
JUNE 11, 2025 - Four hundred thirty-six Soldiers from the New York Army National Guard's 42nd Infantry Division will be among the 6,700 troops taking part in the Army's 250th anniversary parade in Washington D.C. on Saturday, June 14. The division is responsible for Soldiers across the northeast but is headquartered in Troy. The Soldiers left for Washington D.C. on … [Read more...]
Sailors’ Should Have the Right to Repair Equipment
JUNE 11, 2025 - Navy Secretary John Phelan told senators during a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing on Capitol Hill today that he believes sailors should be able to repair the hardware they are trained to operate without having to wait for contractors to do the work. The issue concerns contract agreements that often contain language preventing service members from … [Read more...]
Navigating Veteran Benefits for Senior Care Services
JUNE 12, 2025 - Finding the right care for aging veterans can be overwhelming, but the support they've earned is available. This guide explores how to navigate veteran senior care services and make the most of available benefits. Whether you're a veteran or a loved one helping with care, knowing where to start makes all the difference. With the right information, you can … [Read more...]
Security Challenges Across Africa, Middle East
JUNE 11, 2025 - The Defense Department is putting American interests first in the U.S. Central and Africa Commands' areas of responsibility, said Katherine Thompson, performing the duties of the assistant defense secretary for international security affairs, during a hearing today before the House Armed Services Committee. She elaborated that this means preventing and … [Read more...]