New treatments for warriors' psychological care examined

Defense Department officials here are investigating new treatments as part of a focused, sustained campaign to assist wounded warriors suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injury, a senior U.S. military official said. The effort is being launched in conjunction with the

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Hockey: Air Force remains perfect at 8-0; beats Bentley 8-2

The Academy Falcons remain perfect at 8-0 this season with an 8-2 win over Bentley College Falcons in an Atlantic Hockey Association game Saturday, Nov. 1, at the Academy's Cadet Ice Arena. The 8-0 start ties the school record set in 1971-72 and they are the only undefeated, untied team in the

Airman's Roll Call: Veterans Day

This week's Airman's Roll Call focuses on Veterans Day and recognizing American veterans, past and present. On Nov. 11, the nation pauses to remember those who have given so much in the defense of American freedoms and ideals. Americans can reflect on the foresight, courage and sacrifices of past

2009 aviator continuation pay details released

Air Force officials here released Nov. 4 the details for aviator continuation pay for this fiscal year. For active duty Airmen, the program gives various rated aviators -- namely some pilots, combat systems officers and air battle managers -- the opportunity to sign an active duty service commitment

November is Warrior Care Month

Secretary of Defense Robert F. Gates recently announced that November is Warrior Care Month. Warrior Care Month is a DOD-wide effort aimed at increasing awareness of programs and resources available to wounded, ill and injured service members, their families and those who care about them. "I am

New AAFES chief dresses down uniform issues

The Army and Air Force Exchange Service enlisted advisor to the commanding general of AAFES, Chief Master Sgt. Jeffry Helm now has the distinct opportunity to impact not only the service he loves, but all branches of service about uniform issues. He plans to carry out his mission through education

Program helps welcome troops, families 'home' after deployment

Headquarters Air Force Reserve Command has a new office charged with ensuring deploying reservists and their families are well taken care of. The Office of Deployment Cycle Support manages the command's Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program. "The program helps Airmen and their families face the

Inaugural committee preps for new president

Members of the Armed Forces Inaugural Committee are preparing to welcome President-elect Barack Obama when the nation's 44th chief executive takes the oath of office Jan. 20 here. AFIC is a joint-service organization that coordinates all military ceremonial support for presidential inaugurals,