MAY 2, 2024 - U.S. Public Health Service Capt. John Iskander, chief of Defense Health Agency Public Health’s Immunization Healthcare Division and a board-certified pediatrician, addresses some of the common concerns parents have with childhood vaccines. Many dangerous, and once common, diseases have nearly disappeared from the United States because of routine vaccines given … [Read more...]
Difference Between Armed Forces Day, Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day
MAY 1, 2024 - In the hustle and bustle of modern life, it's easy to overlook the significance of certain holidays, especially those like Armed Forces Day, Memorial Day, and Veterans Day. Often, they're perceived as a day off or a signal such as the unofficial start to summer. While spending time with friends and family can still be a great way to honor past and present … [Read more...]
Navy Launches Operation MWR Entertainment Series
APRIL 29, 2024 – As part of its overall effort to improve Quality of Service, the Navy is launching the Operation MWR entertainment series which will host 65 free events at Navy installations around the world from May – June 2024 for service members and their families. “Work-life balance and community fellowship are essential to the well-being and readiness of our Sailors … [Read more...]
Military OneSource Provides Options to Family Entrepreneurs
APRIL 26, 2024 - The Department of Defense, in partnership with other federal agencies, has options available to help budding entrepreneurs within the military community start and maintain their businesses. Most families in the U.S. — military families included — want two breadwinners in the family to make ends meet. But given the unpredictable nature of military life, … [Read more...]
Five & Thrive Expands Guidebook
APRIL 25, 2024 - Family readiness is mission readiness, and military families deserve a quality of life that supports their journey rather than hinder it. The Five & Thrive initiative began in 2021, headed by Sharene Brown, spouse of the 21st Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, to tackle the top five quality-of-life issues - childcare, education, healthcare, housing, … [Read more...]