A new policy recently implemented by the Army is designed to help remove possible barriers that may prevent Soldiers from reporting sexual assault. Army Directive 2022-10, Safe-to-Report for Victims of Sexual Assault, provides sexual assault victims certain protections from disciplinary action for minor collateral misconduct that may be associated with the sexual assault incident.

The July MHS Minute highlights a dedicated webpage for women's health to educate women and their partners on the health care services and resources available to them.

The infectious viral disease monkeypox is slowly spreading around the world, including the United States. On August 4, the United States formally declared it a public health emergency.

The COVID-19 virus hasn’t gone away. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), viruses like COVID-19 constantly change through mutation. Sometimes these mutations result in a new variant of the virus, such as the Omicron variant.

On the heels of the COVID-19 vaccines being distributed as part of Operation Warp Speed, Soldiers assigned to 25th Infantry Division and U.S. Army Hawaii began receiving their initial doses the week of December 17, 2020.

Mandatory training requirements must be met every year, but this year has been unlike any other due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, due to the commitment and ingenuity of the instructors at Desmond T. Doss Health Clinic, COVID-19 has not hindered the clinic’s annual training efforts. Active duty and civilian instructors are turning to virtual platforms to conduct mandatory training. Click Here to read the full story: https://www.army.mil/article/235672

This year marks the ninth anniversary of the Lt. Col. Cabrera and Staff Sgt. Newman Memorial March. A small ceremony will take place at Mokuleia Beach Park in Waialua at 6 a.m. Nov. 20. Unlike previous marches, in order to adhere to local COVID-19 guidelines, only a limited number of individuals will gather to honor the memories of the fallen. Others are encouraged to take part in the march on their own or in groups of five or less at alternate locations. Click here to read the full story: https://www.army.mil/article/240695

The 25th Infantry Division is focused on enhancing Soldier lethality and improving readiness through a comprehensive human performance training program. The 25th Infantry Division’s Desmond T. Doss Health Clinic and Lightning Academy have partnered to operationalize Holistic Health Fitness efforts on Oahu. Subject matter experts in the health and training fields came together to pilot a Lightning Tactical Athlete Program (LTAP) for 13 noncommissioned officers Feb. 10 – March 6 on Schofield Barracks. Lightning Academy serves as the US Army Pacific’s premier individual training venue and with the help of the Desmond T. Doss performance experts, the 25th Infantry Division is shaping how Holistic Health Fitness programs evolve for our Army. Click here to read the full story: https://www.army.mil/article/233923/schofield_barracks_on_tap_to_offer_elite_athlete_program