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March 5, 2025
AF additional guidance about prioritizing military excellence, readiness

Defense Department released the memorandum Additional Guidance for Executive Order 14183, “Prioritizing Military Excellence and Readiness.
May 19, 2023
Program offers paths to improve mental health

Military enhances mental health focus in May
Aug. 17, 2021
From the commander: Afghanistan

In this incredibly dynamic time, when we’re confronted with challenges at home and troubling news from abroad, I want to thank you for your sacrifices that make us the world’s greatest Air Force and military.
May 28, 2021
Base helping agencies arm Airmen with wellness tools

Mental Health Awareness Month ends May 31.
May 15, 2020
Mental Health Awareness Month: Resiliency, wellness

During COVID-19, the team assists warriors, caregivers and staff cope with the mental stresses a pandemic can cause.
June 25, 2018
PTSD barriers and stigmas

Effective treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder is possible, but many Airmen falsely think seeking medical help for PTSD will hurt their career and will not help them get better.
Nov. 23, 2017
Good mental health critical to readiness

Mental health is a critical part of every Airman’s medical readiness. Although many service members worry that seeking mental health care will negatively effect their career, the opposite is usually true. With early identification and the right treatment by a medical professional, most mental health
Sept. 18, 2017
Stopping suicide is everyone’s battle

Suicide Prevention Month
July 26, 2017
New mental health assessments begin

Starting July 31, 2017, Airmen undergoing their annual Periodic Health Assessment may notice something new. A Mental Health Assessment will now be part of every annual PHA, to help ensure that Airmen suffering from undiagnosed mental health issues are referred to the necessary care. Mental health