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Beale Veterinary Treatment Facility employees help keep local family safe
May 18, 2020 — For Virginia Prieto, a veterinary technician at the Beale Veterinary Treatment Facility, enjoying a quiet day off of work scrolling through social media was nothing out of the ordinary — that was, until she saw a post that caught her attention. On April 24, Prieto noticed a post in a local community group by a woman looking to purchase goat’s milk to help rehabilitate a baby bat that one of her dogs had recently found in her yard... MORE

Dr. Heather Graves and Virginia Prieto, both employees at the Beale Veterinary Treatment Facility, stand together in front of the facility, on Beale Air Force Base, California, May 15, 2020. Graves and Prieto helped save a local family from rabies after noticing a social media post about a native Mexican free-tailed bat that was found by one of the family’s dogs. Prieto responded to the post and Graves got Animal Control involved. Together they helped the family get medical assistance and prevented the spread of rabies to the family. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ramon A. Adelan)

PHC-P Soldier recognized as 2020 MEDCOM Exceptional SARC
May 12, 2020 — Maj. Ran Du, Public Health Command-Pacific’s sexual assault response coordinator, was recognized as the 2020 Medical Command Exceptional SARC on May 7. Nominated for his efforts leading the PHC-P Sexual Harassment Assault Response and Prevention program, Du will represent MEDCOM as the nominee for the 2020 Department of Army Exceptional SARC award... MORE

Maj. Ran Du, Public Health Command-Pacific's sexual assault response coordinator, was recognized as the 2020 Medical Command Exceptional SARC on May 7, 2020. For two years Du has worked as the PHC-P SARC. During that time, Du created an integrated and robust Sexual Harassment Assault Response and Prevention program across a geographically dispersed brigade. The SHARP program provided support to more than 500 personnel assigned to more than 50 installations spanning five different countries and five U.S. states and territories within the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Army photo by Amber Kurka)

PHA-Guam food safety Soldiers help keep sailors safe during COVID-19 pandemic
May 5, 2020 — For food safety Soldiers at Public Health Activity-Guam, keeping others safe is a top priority as Guam installations respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. Utilizing a team-based approach to help in the fight against COVID-19, PHA-Guam took over all food safety responsibilities aboard Naval Base Guam to alleviate the workload of Navy preventive medicine personnel... MORE

U.S Army Spc. Regina Shillingburg, Public Health Activity-Guam veterinary food inspection specialist, conducts a food inspection of the meat department at Orote commissary, Naval Base Guam, April 2020. To help keep the military community safe from COVID-19 and foodborne illness, PHA-Guam Soldiers assist Navy preventive medicine by inspecting approximately 40 facilities on base, including the commissary, Navy Exchange food court, shoppettes, galleys, and restaurants. (Courtesy Photo)

Taking care of each other, one mask at a time
April 23, 2020 — Taking care of each other is nothing new for Public Health Activity-San Diego. For these Soldiers, the spirit of teamwork and family are foundational cornerstones in all they do, despite being geographically dispersed throughout California. Responsible for veterinary services and food safety inspections on military installations, PHA-SD Soldiers have to keep the mission going to keep others safe and healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic. This means that activity Soldiers and Family members need to stay healthy through use of personal protective equipment... MORE

Capt. Austin Leedy, officer in charge of Camp Pendleton Branch Veterinary Services, sews together a cloth face covering at the Camp Pendleton Branch Veterinary clinic, April 11, 2020. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and Secretary of Defense guidance on the use of cloth face coverings, Leedy came up with the idea to help Soldiers and Family members throughout Public Health Activity-San Diego slow the spread of COVID-19 by creating cloth face coverings. (Courtesy photo)

Keeping your pets safe this Easter
April 10, 2020 — It’s spring, and while most military communities are stuck indoors due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are still planning to celebrate the Easter holiday at home with immediate family members and pets. While Easter weekend can be a fun time for children, it can be a dangerous time for pets. Many pet owners are often unaware of the dangers that lurk this time of year... MORE

While Easter weekend can be a fun time for children, it can be a dangerous time for pets. Many pet owners are often unaware of the dangers that lurk this time of year. According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), Easter weekend is one of the busiest times of year for the Animal Poison Control Center. This is the result of pets getting into hazardous holiday items such as chocolate, spring plants, Easter grass, table food, and more. (Courtesy photo)

PHA–Hawaii hosts joint NCO Induction Ceremony
March 17, 2020 — Public Healthy Activity – Hawaii held their first ever NCO Induction Ceremony in conjunction with Headquarters and Headquarters Battalion U.S. Army Pacific, March 13, in the Richardson Theater on Fort Shafter, Hawaii. Four Soldiers from PHA-Hawaii accepted their new duties and responsibilities with honor as each one walked through an arch of crossed swords to officially become a member of the NCO Corps... MORE

Public Healthy Activity – Hawaii held their first ever NCO Induction Ceremony in conjunction with Headquarters and Headquarters Battalion U.S. Army Pacific, March 13, 2020, in the Richardson Theater on Fort Shafter, Hawaii. Historically, the NCO Induction Ceremony celebrates newly promoted Soldiers joining the ranks of the professional NCO Corps, while also building upon the pride all members share. (Courtesy photo)

PHC-P Soldiers compete in Best Warrior Competition
March 4, 2020 — The 2020 Public Health Command–Pacific Best Warrior Competition is in full swing! Representing five different PHC-P Activities, three Soldiers and six NCOs are competing this week at Tripler Army Medical Center and Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, to see who will take home Soldier and NCO of the Year bragging rights at the brigade level... MORE

Soldiers form Public Health Command – Pacific and Dental Health Command – Pacific begin the run portion of the Army Combat Fitness Test at Tripler Army Medical Center, Hawaii, March 2, 2019. The fitness assessment is part of a weeklong Best Warrior Competition that both units are holding. The PHC-P winners will be announced Friday during an award ceremony. (U.S. Army photo by Amber Kurka)

PHC-P Soldier and entomologist promoted to lieutenant colonel
February 3, 2020 — Public Health Command – Pacific chief of Operations, Hee Kim, was promoted to lieutenant colonel on Jan. 1, 2020. In honor of Kim’s promotion, a ceremony was held Jan. 24 at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii. Col. Heidi Mon., PHC-P commander, was the host of ceremony... MORE

Lt. Col. Frederick Davidson, Public Health Command-Pacific Human Health Services director, presents Lt. Col. Hee Kim, PHC-P chief of Operations, the Order of Military Medical Merit medallion at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Jan. 24, 2020. Kim received the medallion for his distinguished service, excellence, and promoting fellowship and espirit de corps among Army Medical Department personnel. Membership in the order recognizes those individuals who have clearly demonstrated the highest standards of integrity and moral character, displayed an outstanding degree of professional competence, with selflessness, and have made a sustained contribution to the betterment of Army Medicine. (U.S. Army photo by Amber E. Kurka)

The benefits of dog walking
January 30, 2020 — Did you know that spending time with your pooch is a great way to work on the eight pillars of Total Force Fitness? While National Walk Your Dog Month is over, the health benefits can last all year long! So get up, get moving, and don’t let those frigid winter temperatures slow you down. Walking is a great way to keep you and your dog physically, psychologically, and socially fit this winter... MORE

Spending time with your dog is a great way to work on the eight pillars of Total Force Fitness. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, regular walking or playing with pets can decrease blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and triglyceride levels. Pets can also help manage loneliness and depression by providing companionship. (Courtesy photo)

Donating blood: One Soldier’s dedication to save lives
January 29, 2020 — Blood donations typically drop off during and immediately after the winter holidays, but the need for blood products never stops. This makes National Blood Donor Month in January a critical time for the Armed Services Blood Program. Since 1962, the ASBP has served as the sole provider of blood for the U.S. military... MORE

Pone Manoa, Tripler Army Medical Center registered nurse, prepares the arm of Sgt. Trevor Johnson, noncommissioned officer in charge of the Marine Corps Base Hawaii Veterinary Section, to donate blood platelets to the Armed Service Blood Program at TAMC, Hawaii, Jan. 16, 2020. The ASBP is the official blood collection, manufacturing and transfusion program for the U.S. military. The mission of the ASBP is to provide quality blood products and services for all worldwide customers in both peace and war. (U.S. Army photo by Amber E. Kurka)