In a recent article on PsychCentral.com, it was revealed that current research indicates that approximately 40 percent of returning soldiers from Iraq and Afghanistan suffer from mental and behavioral health issues upon returning home. Common Diagnoses While the news has been filled in recent years with the struggles that veterans face when trying to reintegrate into civilian … [Read more...]
After ‘Spice’ Ban, Another Faux Drug Initiates Interest
10/21/2011 By Lance Cpl. Michelle S. Mattei MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. - Following the imposed ban of "spice," service members are now being faced with another faux drug challenge. A ban was recently enforced in December 2010 by Marine Corps Forces Pacific that prohibited the use of a synthetic drug known as "spice" and the hallucinogenic herb, salvia … [Read more...]
All U.S. Troops from Iraq Returning Home for Good
By Jim Garamone American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, Oct. 22, 2011 – All U.S. service members will leave Iraq by the end of the year, President Barack Obama announced today. About 40,000 U.S. service members are in the country, and all will be "home for the holidays," Obama said. The president made the announcement after speaking with Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri … [Read more...]
Harley-Davidson Hosts Military-Only Concert and Sweepstakes
October 20, 2011 Harley-Davidson will host a military-only concert by the Black Rebel Motorcycle Club in San Diego on Thursday, December 1, 2011, with nearly all of the tickets being given to select soldiers at nearby bases. Also, for ONE lucky military winner and a guest, Harley-Davidson will provide a full VIP experience for the concert, including travel to San Diego, … [Read more...]
Joining Forces Campaign Announces 25,000 Job Openings for Military Spouses and Vets
By Lisa Daniel American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, Oct. 19, 2011 – First Lady Michelle Obama, on a visit with her husband to Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., today announced a private sector hiring commitment of 25,000 military spouses and veterans as part of the Joining Forces campaign. Some 270 companies represented by the American Logistics Association for doing … [Read more...]