Latest "health" stories

Top enlisted sailor hosts ‘ask me anything’ session on Navy Reddit

Irreverence and insight were the plan of the day when MCPON Honea came onboard the popular subreddit.

By Geoff Ziezulewicz

7 days 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

5 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

5 months ago

Navy announces weekly COVID-19 testing for most unvaccinated sailors

Testing for unvaccinated active duty sailors started Nov. 28. For sailors in the Navy Reserve, testing will commence Dec. 28, once the command has the appropriate testing supplies.

By Diana Stancy Correll

14 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

15 months 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

2 years ago