JULY 21, 2025 - The 379th Expeditionary Medical Squadron provides comprehensive care for all personnel on base including mental health services which are offered by the 379th EMDS Mental Health Office. Mental health is one of the four pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and plays a critical role in maintaining mission readiness. “Mental health is critically important … [Read more...]
Filing a Lawsuit for Police Misconduct: What You Should Know
JULY 22, 2025 - Did you know that in 2024, about one in five people killed by police exhibited signs of mental illness? Police use of force, including less-lethal options like stun guns, remains a common occurrence, with millions of encounters each year. Young adults (18-24) are particularly likely to experience police contact and use of force. Police misconduct … [Read more...]
Responding to Heat in the Workplace
JULY 19, 2025 — As temperatures rise in the summer, the USAG Ansbach Safety Office reminds all personnel that extreme heat in the workplace is a serious concern. While there is no specific U.S. Army or Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulation for heat safety in office environments, we follow the more stringent German workplace safety laws to ensure the … [Read more...]
Here’s How To Get Started With TRICARE
JULY 18, 2025 - Have you recently enlisted in or received a commission to a uniformed service? Or, have you just married a uniformed service member? If you’re new to TRICARE, you may have some questions about how to enroll in a plan, get care, and learn more about your coverage. So, what exactly is TRICARE? “TRICARE is the uniformed health care program for service members, … [Read more...]
How To Prepare for Wildfire Season
JULY 17, 2025 - The Pacific Northwest wildfire season began as it usually does, by threatening lives, property, flora and fauna. With wildfires raging in the area – close to the home of some – the need to be prepared in safeguarding life and limb is paramount. According to Terry Lerma, Naval Hospital Bremerton emergency manager, everyone should have some sort of emergency … [Read more...]