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CAMP FOSTER, OKINAWA, Japan – Cpl. Jorge Gonzalez examines a mannequin during the Combat Life Saver course test Oct. 4 aboard Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan. Special Reaction Team Marines with the Provost Marshal’s Office participated in a three-day, CLS course which educates and trains Marines in basic casualty and combat care.

WASHINGTON -- National Hispanic Heritage Month is observed from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, during which the U.S. Army commemorates the longstanding contributions that Hispanics have made toward building and defending our nation.

WASHINGTON -- The future of military health care is likely to see significant changes in the next decade.

WASHINGTON (AFNS) -- Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson spoke about the importance of modernization and innovation in space during a Center for Strategic and International Studies forum in Washington D.C., Oct. 5, 2017.

FALLS CHURCH, Va. (AFNS) -- TRICARE beneficiaries will soon have increased access to health care through key changes that are set to take place in January 2018. With the benefit set to undergo some of the biggest improvements in more than two decades, beneficiaries will be able to take command of their health care through expanded choices.

October is the perfect time to enjoy a picnic in picturesque Japan. The weather is beautiful and the colors are amazing. On Okinawa, there’s some great hiking areas to check out. So, pack a lunch and explore the great outdoors with family and friends. And when you do, here’s some handy chatter to use on the locals.