October 14, 2016, by Cecelia Johnson - Life can be difficult enough for a veteran. Adjusting to the world back at home comes with plenty of challenges for many even without drug addiction being part of the equation. Sadly, a large number of veterans ultimately turn to drugs and/or alcohol to cope with PTSD and other mental health issues. Social isolation is a common … [Read more...]

October 13, 2016, by Dixie Somers - According to a study referenced in a recent US News article, 77 percent of 500 veterans who wound up using heroin transitioned to it after taking prescription painkillers. None of the participants had a history of substance abuse before the study. This dependence on painkillers after military service is not unusual among VA centers today. If … [Read more...]

October 7, 2016, by Henry Kingston - Camouflage pants, abbreviated as camo pants, are durable and fashionable clothing that are suitable for women who love the outdoors. Even though they were a reserve for the military and uniformed forces, the public started to wear camo jackets and pants in the 1970s to show their solidarity against the Vietnam War. Popularity of camo pants … [Read more...]

October 7, 2016, by Chris Taylor - Body armor should be selected based on a variety of factors, including potential threats expected, utility and comfort as well as environment adaptability. The most important variable, however, is the level of protection it can provide against an array of pistol and blade attacks and the safety it can guarantee. Based on these criteria, … [Read more...]

October 5, 2016, by Dixie Somers - Leaving military service and reentering civilian life can be difficult. But there are ways that you can ease yourself back into regular life while being productive and leaving yourself with the feeling that you have accomplished something. Below are five ways to help you adjust and feel fulfilled and productive after military service. 1. … [Read more...]