FEBRUARY 24, 2026 — Civilian and military dental professionals from Fort Polk engaged families during the Child & Youth Services Interactive Community Health Fair on Feb. 20 at the Middle School & Teen Center, providing education and hands-on demonstrations focused on building healthy oral hygiene habits early in life. Even though pediatric dental services are not … [Read more...]
January is Glaucoma Awareness Month
JANUARY 28, 2026 - Glaucoma is a leading cause of irreversible blindness in the United States. It is an umbrella term for diseases characterized by a common end state of optic nerve loss. Optic nerve fibers create a “highway,” sending visual input from the eye to the brain and when “lanes” on the highway close, you get glaucoma. The disease usually starts by closing the … [Read more...]
One Health Protects Military Communities
JANUARY 16, 2026 - When a military working dog gets sick overseas, the issue can involve more than just animal health. When service members deploy to regions with different diseases, there are more than just human health hazards to consider. When food safety becomes a problem at a military dining facility, the cause could be germs originating from humans, animals, or the … [Read more...]
Where Can Military Families Find Support for Troubled Teenagers?
JANUARY 16, 2026 - Military families face unique pressures that civilian households rarely encounter. Frequent relocations, parental deployments, and the constant underlying stress of service can profoundly affect teenagers who are already navigating one of life's most turbulent developmental stages. When a military teen begins struggling with behavioral health challenges, … [Read more...]
Everyday Ways Veterans Can Support Their Wellness
JANUARY 6, 2026 - Veterans bring discipline, adaptability, and resilience into civilian life, yet daily mental and emotional balance can still feel elusive once the structure of service fades. The challenge isn’t strength; it’s finding steady, personal practices that fit real life instead of formal programs. Wellness often grows from ordinary moments handled with intention. … [Read more...]