OCTOBER 9, 2019 - As flu season kicks off, the U.S. Army Medical Materiel Agency’s Distribution Operations Center (DOC) manages the distribution of over 1.5 million doses of influenza vaccine to help Soldiers and their families stay healthy. DOC officials said the first batch of vaccines shipped on Sept. 6, headed to active-duty troops, reserves, retirees and their family … [Read more...]
Virtual Experiments Helping Shape Next-Generation Combat Vehicle
OCTOBER 7, 2019 - Thirty Soldiers from the 4th Infantry Division recently tested new technologies in a video-game environment to provide feedback for the Next Generation Combat Vehicle Cross-Functional Team. "This latest experiment will provide us with an understanding of which technologies are most critical for the robotic combat vehicle to be successful in an operational … [Read more...]
Army Developing Improved Ways to Manage NCO Talents
OCTOBER 4, 2019 - U.S. Army Human Resources Command is continuing to innovate talent management by developing a new initiative designed for active component enlisted personnel that will improve Army readiness and empower Soldiers to make informed career decisions in accordance with their professional development model and Army manning guidance. Modeled after the Army’s … [Read more...]
Army Officials Warn Against CBD Oil Use Despite Legality and Growing Popularity
SEPTEMBER 30, 2019 - The many varied applications of CBD oil along with Congressional green lighting for development and production have led to a dramatic increase in personal use and inclusion in in a wide array of consumer products. In the midst of all the buzz, Army Substance Abuse Program officials from Fort Knox are warning community members to exercise … [Read more...]
New Changes to ACFT Being Rolled Out to Impact All Soldiers
SEPTEMBER 27, 2019 - Major changes are coming to the Army Combat Fitness Test, officials announced Sept. 27, with changes that will affect every Soldier. The changes, locked in for fiscal year 2020, include the official testing standards for all Soldiers, each one tailored to an individual's military occupational specialty. Also, all Initial Military Training (Officers and … [Read more...]