MARCH 13, 2024 - You're deployed, and your routine is anything but ordinary. Amid the rigors of military life, balancing nutrition might seem like a distant priority, especially when meals are made for you. So, how do you maintain nutritional balance when your environment is constantly shifting? A well-fueled body is critical to meeting the demands of duty. This guide cuts … [Read more...]
DoD Amends Assisted Reproductive Services Policy
MARCH 11, 2024 - The Defense Department has amended its policy covering assisted reproductive technology services to expand access for severely ill and injured active duty service members. Under the amended policy, active duty service members with a qualifying illness or injury may now access this extended benefit regardless of their marital status, and they may now use … [Read more...]
Fitness Training Improves Run Times
MARCH 8, 2024 – Kaiserslautern Military Community members completed an eight-week running improvement program Feb. 28, 2024, at Ramstein Air Base, Germany. A total of 15 fitness coaches volunteered with the 86th Medical Group Health Promotions office to help KMC members improve their 1 1/2 mile run times and meet their fitness goals over the course of eight weeks. “We … [Read more...]
DoD Resource Offers Array of Information on Dietary Supplements
MARCH 7, 2024 – A resource is available for team members at Arnold Air Force Base and across Arnold Engineering Development Complex seeking more information on dietary supplements. Operation Supplement Safety, or OPSS, is the Department of Defense’s program for anything related to dietary supplements. OPSS partners with other federal departments, professional organizations … [Read more...]
Housing Residents Invited to Participate in Satisfaction Survey
MARCH 5, 2024 - Residents of McConnell's on-base housing now have the opportunity to complete the 2024 Department of Defense Tenant Satisfaction Survey, which starts today. Survey results provide leadership with feedback about living in McConnell's housing and will guide decisions the Air Force makes about future housing concerning programs, resources and services for … [Read more...]