JUNE 28, 2024 - Did you know that June is Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Month? It’s the perfect time to start focusing on the many benefits they bring when added to your diet. According to the 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, individuals should include more fruits and vegetables in their daily diet by aiming to eat 1.5- to 2-cups-equivalent of fruits and 2- to … [Read more...]
How TRICARE Covers Infertility Diagnosis and Treatment
JUNE 13, 2024 – Are you considering having children? If you’re trying to get pregnant, but haven’t been able to, you may have questions about how TRICARE can help. “If you’re struggling to conceive, it’s important to find out what might be causing you or your partner to struggle with infertility,” said Elan Green, chief of the Medical Benefits and Reimbursement Branch of the … [Read more...]
DoD Will Offer Reimbursements for Breast Milk Shipping
JUNE 12, 2024 - The Defense Department issued a new policy this month to cover costs associated with the shipment of breast milk during permanent change of station moves. Under the new policy, which was published in the Joint Travel Regulations, the department will reimburse up to $1,000 of expenses for service members who are breastfeeding children up to 12 months old. … [Read more...]
100% Army Housing Inspections to Start in July
JUNE 7, 2024 — Congress has directed the inspection of all housing units on Army installations to ensure compliance with the guidance set forth in the National Defense Authorization Act of 2020. This 100% housing inspection will be completed between July 23 to Aug. 2. Army Leaders have directed residents to schedule an appointment for an upcoming housing inspection by a … [Read more...]
Quit Smoking to Improve Your Health
JUNE 4, 2024 – It’s never too late to quit smoking, a Public Health Command Europe soldier touched her last vape a year ago and does not look back at her time spent smoking. According to the Institute of Medicine, U.S. military service members have consistently smoked more than the general population. Smoking affects military readiness by impairing physical performance and … [Read more...]