JANUARY 6, 2020 - With the start of a new year, talk of resolutions to improve eating and exercise habits, reduce stress and many other goals is standard. But what about improving overall wellness in the workplace, where most employees spend nearly one-third of their waking hours each year? Megan Ward, a purchasing agent for the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support’s … [Read more...]
Get Ready for Your New Year’s Resolution at the Army Wellness Center
DECEMBER 31, 2019 - A quick search of the internet reveals that eat better, lose weight, and exercise more, commonly rank among the top resolutions people make for the New Year. The Army Wellness Center features free health and wellness classes for service members, retirees, and family members, and Department of the Army civilian employees. “The Army Wellness Center offers … [Read more...]
CBD Oil Proliferation Threatens Servicemember Careers
DECEMBER 16, 2019 - The U.S. Air Force is ramping up efforts to warn Airmen about using recently legalized Cannabidiol oil, usually referred to as CBD, as it may cause positive drug tests and is not permitted for use among servicemembers. “Many of these products are now available in our local community and military members may not be aware,” said Col. Brad Orgeron, the 173rd … [Read more...]
Universal Pictures, Exchange Offer Free Screenings of “1917” to Military
DECEMBER 5, 2019 - Service members, military families and military retirees can see a free movie screening of Universal Pictures’ “1917,” starring George McKay, Dean-Charles Chapman, Mark Strong, Andrew Scott, Richard Madden, Claire Duburcq, with Colin Firth and Benedict Cumberbatch, at Reel Time Theaters on select military installations Dec. 14. The following military … [Read more...]
Defense Logistics Agency, VA Enter Partnership to Improve Veteran Care
AUGUST 14, 2019 - Improving veteran care by centralizing the procurement of medical supplies is the goal of an interagency agreement between the Defense Logistics Agency and Department of Veterans Affairs signed at the VA Headquarters in Washington, D.C., Aug. 12. DLA Director Army Lt. Gen. Darrell Williams and VA Secretary Robert Wilkie formalized the partnership, which is … [Read more...]