NOVEMBER 7, 2024 - Custom challenge coins and patches have long been effective tools for reinforcing identification, commemorating unique moments, and building logo reputation. Organizations ranging from navies to commercial enterprise entities and sports activity groups are increasingly using these tools to maintain crew morale, honor accomplishments, and boost morale among … [Read more...]
Top Three Thrift Savings Plan Mistakes
OCTOBER 31, 2024 - There are three common mistakes individuals make when it comes to their Thrift Savings Plan according to Michelle Roper, an accredited financial readiness specialist on Hunter Army Airfield. To help overcome these mistakes, Roper hosted a Thrift Savings Plan workshop, Oct. 24, at the Army Community Service office. “The purpose of the TSP workshop is to … [Read more...]
MilGears Improves Transition to Civilian Life
OCTOBER 29, 2024 - In an initiative aimed at refining the MilGears platform, the Department of Defense (DoD) has launched a usability study to gather essential feedback from service members and veterans. Melora McVickers, the Director of Credentialing for Force Education and Training at the Secretary of Defense's office, emphasizes the significance of this study in improving … [Read more...]
Military Health System Using Mobile Apps
OCTOBER 24, 2024 - The Military Health System uses advanced digital health technologies to improve health outcomes. Timely, accurate and useful health information is critical to support military medical staff and patients. The Defense Health Agency Mobility office supports mobile app development to connect patients and medical staff to valuable health information so they can … [Read more...]
Preventing Eye Injuries is One Key to Readiness
OCTOBER 16, 2024 - Eye injuries can happen in a split-second while service members are on duty and during recreational activities, which highlights the importance of wearing eye protection to guard against life-altering injuries. Due to the nature of serving in the military, service members are more likely to experience injury, particularly to their vision, than their … [Read more...]