Will DOD need to start producing some medicines to protect troops?In some cases, it could be cheaper and safer for the military to manufacture medicines troops need.2 weeks ago
Advocates urge Austin to act on active duty obesity ‘epidemic’A new letter urges defense leaders to do more to prevent, identify and treat obesity in the ranks.4 weeks ago
Military BenefitsSpecial Forces soldiers in NW Florida still awaiting child care centerA decision on whether Special Forces families will get a child development center at Camp "Bull" Simons, Florida, may arrive in the coming weeks.
Pre-K for 4-year-olds to start in the fall at this DoD school in JapanIf the school system gets funding, DoDEA officials plan to start phasing in the pre-K program at more schools in the fall of 2024.11 months ago
More families file claims against Navy for Hawaii water contaminationAnother 1,002 people have filed claims seeking monetary damages related to current and future medical care due to the fuel-tainted water.11 months ago
Lawmakers eyeing even more boosts to junior enlisted pay Expect more conversation from House lawmakers in coming months about ways to bump up enlisted personnel paychecks.11 months ago
Health officials reverse decision on pregnant women at Kadena Air Base'It’s what we were hoping for, that the pregnant mothers would be able to deliver on Okinawa," said one advocate for Kadena families.12 months ago
Pregnant women at Kadena Air Base in Japan facing tough decisionsA staffing shortage at U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa means pregnant women at Kadena Air Base may have to fly home to deliver.12 months ago
2023 or bust: Now’s the time to revise your Survivor Benefit PlanMilitary retirees have a once-in-a-generation chance to revise their Survivor Benefit Plan during the congressionally-authorized 2023 “SBP Open Season."12 months ago
TriWest Healthcare’s $65 billion contract clears protest hurdleThe timeline for the new Tricare contracts to take effect is August 2024, for now.13 months ago
MCPON: Sailors need speedier, easier access to counselingFamilies don't have to get referrals for mental health telehealth. Why do service members?15 months ago
Tricare now covers new costly insulin device for Type 1 diabeticsThe new device makes it easier to manage Type 1 diabetes with constant monitoring, automatically adding needed insulin.15 months ago