Vietnam Veterans of America Inc.: Fwd: Military Health System poised to support U.S. commitment to Global Health Security

Wednesday, November 18, 2015

Fwd: Military Health System poised to support U.S. commitment to Global Health Security

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11/18/2015

Military Health System poised to support U.S. commitment to Global Health Security

President Obama announced Monday, Nov. 16, the United States' commitment to the Global Health Security Agenda (GHSA) during the G-20 Leaders' Summit in Antalya, Turkey. When the GHSA launched in February 2014, the U.S. committed to partner with 30 countries in support of the GHSA objectives.

Military-civilian partnerships ensure MHS able 'To care for him who shall have borne the battle'

The leader of the Military Health System says the nation owes more than just a debt of gratitude to those who have donned a military uniform. These men and women are owed access to care for a lifetime. Invoking the words of Abraham Lincoln's second inaugural address, Dr. Jonathan Woodson, assistant secretary of Defense for Health Affairs, said the military is meeting that obligation through working in partnerships with civilian medicine.

Fast food fix

Fast food is often overloaded with calories, fat, and sodium, so it's best to choose it less often and eat nutritious meals made at home or in the dining facilities. But juggling the demands of active-duty service, family, friends, and life in general can leave little time to shop, cook, and clean. Sometimes fast food might be your only option, so follow these tips to avoid the pitfalls.