8 The Department of Defense (DoD) has celebrated the Month of the Military Child every April since 1986 to highlight the resilience and resourcefulness of military kids in the face of significant stressors.
In the spirit of the month, the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) hosted a virtual “Military Child Health Research Symposium” April 26 to bring together key DoD leaders, experts in pediatrics and child mental health and wellness, and representatives from military child advocacy organizations.
“As a pediatrician and someone who takes part in and leads military research programs, I think it s really important to hear the voice of the people that we are intended to serve,” said Army Col. (Dr.) Patrick Hickey, USU’s Department of Pediatrics Chair and moderator for the event. “I really appreciate everyone coming together today to share their perspectives as people passionate about the welfare of military children, and to inform u
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13 ARLINGTON, Va. – In early February, more than 90 wounded, ill and injured Soldiers and veterans were selected to compete in the first-of-its-kind virtual Army Trials.
The Army Trials at Fort Bliss, Texas, were canceled due to COVID-19 related travel restrictions and safety concerns. Instead, various methods are being used for the trials to take place March 1-15. Participants are competing to be on Team Army for the Department of Defense Warrior Games, which will be held Sept. 12-22 at the ESPN Wide World of Sports in Orlando, Florida.
“While this year’s event is different than previous years, it will not be any less competitive,” said Col. Curtis Douglass, U.S. Army Medical Command, Deputy Chief of Staff, Army Recovery Care Program. “Our premier athletes have been training for months and are ready to shine.”
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