Latest "health" stories

Chief Master Sergeant of the Space Force Roger Towberman

Space Force to debut new fitness tracking pilot program within weeks

The newest branch of the armed forces is betting a more holistic approach to health can be smarter than the usual focus on annual testing.

By Rachel S. Cohen

9 months ago

Military families sickened by toxic Hawaii water sue US government

The Army, Navy, Air Force family members "rightly fear this is only the beginning" of medical problems, lawsuit alleges.

By Karen Jowers

15 months ago

Lawmakers push for review of military response to Hawaii water crisis

Service members and families don't think the military's response to the Hawaii water crisis has been adequate.

By Karen Jowers

15 months ago

Ops readiness concerns loom over military’s COVID-19 vaccination deadlines

The Air Force will offer a blueprint for how to handle troops who refuse to get a coronavirus vaccine.

By Rachel S. Cohen

2 years ago

‘I sought help when I needed it’: Joint Chiefs vice chairman speaks out on mental health

Gen. John Hyten recalled seeking psychiatric help in a video posted Tuesday encouraging service members who are struggling to do the same.

By Harm Venhuizen

3 years ago

US Forces Korea raises risk level as dependent contracts coronavirus

U.S. Forces Korea has raised the risk level for the command from moderate to high.

By Diana Stancy Correll

4 years ago

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