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Military health expert clarifies ‘No Pain No Gain’ workout myths

Military health expert clarifies ‘No Pain No Gain’ workout myths

Injuries are the leading reason for military medical visits each year according to DHA Public Health. Department of Defense active duty service members require medical treatment for injuries almost 5 million times each year (for around 1.5 million individual injuries). Injuries cost millions of lost duty and training days, and […]

October 18, 2024 ×

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Beating the “winter blues”

Beating the “winter blues”

As winter settles in and the sun sets a little earlier, many people experience a dip in mood commonly referred to as the “winter blues.” This condition is characterized by feelings of sadness, fatigue, and a lack of motivation that typically appears during the winter season. A 2022 poll by […]

October 11, 2024 ×

Health, Schools

Licensed Clinical Social Workers provide on-campus behavioral health services for Kaiserslautern students

Licensed Clinical Social Workers provide on-campus behavioral health services for Kaiserslautern students

Being a military child introduces unique experiences and opportunities, as well as unique challenges. Military children may face parental deployments, frequent relocations, and adjusting to new environments, all of which can impact social and educational development. To help families navigate the complexities of military life, the Landstuhl Regional Medical Center […]

October 4, 2024 ×

Health, Schools

Brush up!

Brush up!

A team from the Landstuhl Specialty Dental Clinic took time out of their schedule to visit Landstuhl Elementary School Sep. 25 and 26. The team included Dr. Capt. Alex Boyd. Dr. Capt. Daniel Epperson was able to conduct dental screenings on over 375 military connected students from the elementary school. […]

October 4, 2024 ×

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Ask the Doc: What are ways to protect my mental health?

Ask the Doc: What are ways to protect my mental health?

Dear Doc, I’m feeling pretty low and very stressed out. A good friend recently died by suicide, and no one saw it coming. I’ve been thinking about him a lot. On top of that, I feel guilty for uprooting my young family when we recently PCSed across the country. Also, […]

September 13, 2024 ×

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Understanding African Swine Fever, potential risks

Understanding African Swine Fever, potential risks

Recent reports of African Swine Fever, a viral infection exclusively affecting domestic and feral pigs, being present in Germany has brought many cause for concern. Although it is not a risk to humans or other animals, there are a few things to keep in mind when it comes to the […]

September 12, 2024 ×

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Tickborne diseases in Europe — what you need to know

Tickborne diseases in Europe — what you need to know

While exposure to ticks is more common during the warm summer months, contact can occur throughout the year. People who work or spend time in the woods, such as farmers, hunters, and people who visit these areas for recreation, are at the highest risk of infection. According to Public Health […]

August 30, 2024 ×

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African Swine Fever in Europe — what to know

African Swine Fever in Europe — what to know

Several cases of African Swine Fever have been confirmed in domestic pigs and wild boar across the European continent the past couple of years. African Swine Fever is a contagious viral disease that is isolated to domestic and wild pigs. However, it is not a threat to human beings or […]

August 16, 2024 ×

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TRICARE coverage for children: What you need to know

TRICARE coverage for children: What you need to know

Are you wondering if your child has TRICARE coverage? Most childrenOpens TRICARE.mil of service members and retirees can get TRICARE until they turn age 21 (or 23 if they’re in college). “TRICARE is committed to ensuring our military families have access to quality health care,” said Shane Pham, an analyst […]

August 16, 2024 ×

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GACO corner: Avoid release of pharmaceuticals into the environment – protect waters

GACO corner: Avoid release of pharmaceuticals into the environment – protect waters

More and more residues of medicinal products, even dangerous substances, are being detected in surface waters. This is an alarming fact and we want to take the opportunity to provide information on the subject. How do pharmaceutical residues get into our waters? Medicines are not fully absorbed by the body. […]

August 9, 2024 ×