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- Army releases report on suicide, high-risk behavior
To curb suicides in the Army, commanders must pay more attention to junior Soldiers and to those who exhibit high-risk behavior, such as drug use or driving under the influence. - Panel suggests changes in long-term defense planning
A congressionally-mandated panel has recommended broad changes to long-term Defense Department strategies and priorities, including funding a major recapitalization of equipment, revamping the personnel system and expanding the number of people serving in the Navy. - U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to improve fire stations in Latvia
Europe District will renovate 10 fire stations to improve the timeliness and quality of emergency services. - Bidens welcome Soldiers home at Fort Drum
Soldiers of the 10th Mountain Division's 2nd Brigade Combat Team received a rousing welcome home from Iraq, not only from fellow Soldiers, family members and community leaders, but also from Vice President Joe Biden and his wife, Dr. Jill Biden. - Congress approves supplemental war-funding bill
The U.S. House of Representatives approved passage of the Defense Department's supplemental war-funding bill, most of which will be used to pay for operations in Afghanistan and Iraq. - Afghan troops rescue villagers from flash flood
The Afghan National Army rescued more than 200 people from flash flooding July 28 in Nangarhar Province as ISAF troops troops provided assessments and helped provide aid. - DoD reminds 'Stop-Loss' troops to submit claims
The Department of Defense wants to ensure that anyone who was under "Stop Loss" has an opportunity to apply for a stipend by the deadline of Oct. 21. - IMCOM officials note disturbing fire trends
Installation Management Command safety officials have noticed a disturbing trend in recent fires and are increasing their efforts in reducing the number and severity of preventable incidents. - Army signs partnership with agricultural educators
U.S. Army Accessions Command signed a memorandum of understanding July 26 with the National Association of Agricultural Educators and the National Future Farmers of America Organization to collaborate on developing skills and leadership qualities in youth.
- Time Running Out for Troops, Veterans to Claim 'Stop Loss'
Eligible service members and veterans have less than three months to apply for Retroactive "Stop Loss" Special Pay. - Navy to Commission Submarine Missouri
The Navy's newest attack submarine, Missouri, will be commissioned July 31, during an 11 a.m. EDT ceremony in Groton, Conn. Missouri is named to honor the people of the "Show Me State" and its leaders for their continuous support of the military. - George Washington Wraps Up Invincible Spirit
USS George Washington (CVN 73) completed its role in the U.S.-Republic of Korea (ROK) combined alliance military exercise "Invincible Spirit" July 28. - Eisenhower Returns to Homeport
The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) (Ike) returned to their homeport of Norfolk, Va., July 28, after operating in the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet Areas of Responsibilities (AORs) after nearly seven months July 28. - E-Leave to Begin at Shore Commands
The Navy announced the implementation of its new Electronic Leave (E-Leave) system in a message July 27. - BUPERS Uses New System for Message Delivery
The Bureau of Naval Personnel (BUPERS) and Navy Personnel Command (NPC) announced they will transition to a new message system beginning in August. - Navy Accepts Delivery of Future USS Gravely
The Navy officially accepted delivery of the future USS Gravely from Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding during a ceremony July 26 in Pascagoula, Miss. Designated DDG 107, Gravely is the 57th ship of the Arleigh Burke class. - Navy Showcases Top-Ranking Patent Portfolio
The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) vice commander delivered a keynote address to the National Conference of Standards Laboratories International July 26 to highlight how the U.S. Navy uses innovative technology to build, manage and maintain sophisticated ships and weapons systems. - Defense Department Recognizes Navy Scientists and Engineers
Pentagon leaders honored eighteen of the Navy's top contributors to basic and applied science and engineering from around the country July 23.
- Airmen killed in C-17 crash identified
Majors Michael Freyholtz and Aaron Malone, pilots assigned to the Alaska Air National Guard's 249th Airlift Squadron; Capt. Jeffrey Hill, a pilot assigned to Elmendorf's 517th Airlift Squadron; and Master Sgt. Thomas Cicardo, a 249th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, were killed in the C-17 Globemaster III crash here July 28.
"We come to work with immense sorrow after four of our fellow Airmen lost their lives in the C-17 crash at Elmendorf Air Force Base Wednesday," said Brig. Gen. Charles E. Foster, the 176th Wing commander, Alaska Air National Guard. "They were more than valued Airmen. They were our teammates, friends, family members and fellow Alaskans. We mourn their loss and share the deep sadness of their families."
more... - 509th Medical Group earns outstanding HSI rating
Whiteman Air Force Base's 509th Medical Group earned the highest rating in seven years for the entire Air Force during a recent Health Services Inspection July 12-16.
"We received an outstanding in the three areas and an outstanding overall which means we're doing an exceptional job in making sure we're keeping our finger on the pulse of the unit and taking care of our patients while at the same time taking care of the readiness mission and making sure the B-2 (Spirit bombers) are ready to operate," said Col. Kathleen Dunn-Cane, 509th MDG commander. "An outstanding alone would be pretty impressive but to get the highest score in the last seven years is really remarkable."
more... - VA officials approve $2.8 million for Gulf War illness research
Department of Veterans Affairs officials have approved $2.8 million to fund three new research projects that focus on testing or developing new treatments for illnesses affecting veterans who served in the Gulf War from 1990 to 1991.
The research incorporates recommendations of the department's Gulf War Veterans' Illnesses Task Force.
"Reaching out to Gulf War Veterans is essential to the transformation of VA," said John R. Gingrich, the Veterans Affairs chief of staff. "This research is a great opportunity to do something that will improve the care and services these veterans have earned."
more... - Airmen provide expertise, medical support at 100th National Boy Scout Jamboree
More than 200 Airmen are here supporting the 100th National Scout Jamboree July 26 through Aug. 4. Approximately 46,000 Boy Scouts are attending the jamboree from throughout the country.
The Airmen, including several U.S. Air Force Academy cadets, ran merit badge booths, and provided behind-the-scenes support like running a field hospital and supplying weather support, air traffic control for flyovers and safety oversight.
"We've got a huge safety mission here," said Col. Lee-Ann Perkins, the 334th Air Expeditionary Group commander. "There's a lot of stuff out there that could potentially hurt someone so we've got a lot of folks here making sure this is a safe environment for the Scouts. It's a big job with the number of Scouts who are attending the Jamboree."
more... - Air Force Week in Photos
This week's photo highlights feature Airmen around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
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more... - Airman helps battle virus in Philippines
An Airman and representatives from a local health department are on a crusade to combat the Dengue virus in villages here, as part of Operation Pacific Angel Feb. 15 through 22.
Maj. Stephen Wolf, one of only 15 entomologists in the Air Force, and Julie Samson, from the Laoag city department of health have gone into 17 villages and educated a total of 465 residents on methods to combat the spread of this mosquito-borne virus.
"This has been one of the best experiences of my life as we are making a positive impact on peoples' lives," said Major Wolf from Det. 3, U.S. Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine at Kadena Air Base, Japan. "Very seldom do I go to places that have had fatalities where families have lost their loved ones."
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