When Maj. Gen. Joseph Ignatius Martin joined the U.S. Army in 1918, he began a military career that spanned 37 years, becoming one of the most influential leaders in military medicine. In 1958, the Martin Army Community Hospital, an iconic 10-story structure known as “the Old Hospital” in Fort Benning, Georgia, was dedicated in his honor.
Through his dedicated service during World War II in North Africa and Italy, and as an educator for the next generation of military medical leaders, Martin transformed how the U.S. Army trains its medical forces and treats its wounded on the battlefield — and the hospital honors these accomplishments through delivery of award-winning health care today.
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As the Military Health System wraps up an incredible year, Acting Assistant Secretary of War for Health Affairs Dr. Stephen Ferrara shares a heartfelt message of gratitude and reflection with the MHS community. From those celebrating at home to our dedicated teams serving in remote locations worldwide—thank you for your unwavering commitment to our mission.
Transitioning out of uniform and adapting to civilian life can be hard. Some of the reintegration challenges include changes to career and lifestyle, loss of military identity, and need to develop new networks. Whether you are finishing one enlistment or retiring after 20 or more years, it is common to feel uncertain about your future—especially your career.
Food is one of the most important drivers of good physical and psychological health. Proper nutrition provides the nutrients your brain needs to manage stress, regulate mood and emotions, maintain alertness and optimize physical and cognitive performance — all essential components of mission readiness.
The vast expanse of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM) area of responsibility presents unique challenges for medical care. When critically ill or injured personnel require advanced medical transport, the Pacific Air Forces Critical Care Air Transport Team (PACAF CCATT) stands at the ready. Based at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, this specialized unit within the 15th Medical Group (MDG) represents a vital medical asset, providing...
Military service is fulfilling but can be demanding. Research suggests that breathing exercises, meditation, and relaxation techniques can help combat stress and improve wellness, well-being, and performance. In this article, learn the basics of mind and body practices, how they may benefit your health, and tips to get you started.
