JUNE 27, 2025 - Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, with one in five Americans expected to develop it by age 70, according to American Academy of Dermatology. For service members, the risk is even higher due to extended sun exposure during training, field exercises and outdoor physical fitness. As summer temperatures rise, Walter Reed National Military … [Read more...]
4 Ways to Use TRICARE Benefits and Stay Healthy
JUNE 26, 2025 - What’s on your to-do list this summer? Maybe you’re planning to spend time at the pool, go to a barbecue, or take a vacation. But don’t take a vacation from your health this summer. “Now can be a great time for you and your family to catch up on preventive health care and take care of other health needs,” said Jeannine Pickrell, M.S., RN, director for … [Read more...]
Dietitian Stresses the Importance of Hydration
JUNE 25, 2025 - Health experts are reiterating the importance of adequate daily water intake for overall well-being, highlighting its numerous benefits and offering practical tips for staying hydrated. "Water is absolutely essential for virtually every bodily function," explains U.S. Army Cpt. Rebecca Paquette, a registered dietitian from Munson Army Health Center, Fort … [Read more...]
How to Get Started with Concealed Carry
JUNE 25, 2025 - Across the U.S., more people are deciding to become first-time gun owners. In Cincinnati, OH, interest has grown due to a mix of personal protection needs and local trends. However, starting this journey means learning the right way to handle, store, and legally carry a weapon. The process isn’t just about buying a handgun. It involves responsibility, training, … [Read more...]
Making Time for Marriage: Tips for Military Couples
JUNE 21, 2025 — Military marriages endure many stresses due to military life, such as family separation, financial situations, spouse career exploration, frequent relocations or occupational demands. Maintaining and growing a military marriage takes patience, an incredible amount of understanding and lots of work. “It takes a lot to do the work of a Soldier and to do the … [Read more...]