National Resource Directory News Feed http://www.nationalresourcedirectory.gov/rss/news info@nationalresourcedirectory.gov (National Resource Directory) en-us Army Guard Father, Son Fly Together http://www.defense.gov/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=60657 Certifying one's son to fly a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter with night-vision gear takes the stress level up a notch, up about 500 feet from the ground to be specific; and that's exactly what Army Chief Warrant Officer 5 Gary Button recently had the opportunity to do. Mon, 30 Aug 2010 09:47:00 -0400 info@nationalresourcedirectory.gov (National Resource Directory) Obama Visits Injured Troops at Walter Reed http://www.militarytimes.com/news/2010/08/ap-obama-visits-walter-reed-0836010/ President Barack Obama met privately Monday with more than two dozen wounded U.S. soldiers at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center. Mon, 30 Aug 2010 09:59:00 -0400 info@nationalresourcedirectory.gov (National Resource Directory) Not just TBI, "Post-Deployment Syndrome" http://www.stripes.com/blogs/stripes-central/stripes-central-1.8040/not-just-tbi-post-deployment-syndrome-1.116427 TBI is the "signature wound" of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, but the science on exactly what it is and how to treat it is limited. But about 1,000 DoD and VA care providers are gathered in Washington to discuss what is known, swap best treatment practices among the services and learn about new research at the 4th annual TBI Military Training Conference. Wed, 1 Sep 2010 10:26:00 -0400 info@nationalresourcedirectory.gov (National Resource Directory) U.S. Combat Mission Ends in Iraq, Obama Says http://www.defense.gov/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=60682 President Barack Obama today announced the official end to combat operations in Iraq during a prime-time Oval Office address, declaring ¿a new beginning¿ for the Iraqi people. Tue, 31 Aug 2010 10:19:00 -0400 info@nationalresourcedirectory.gov (National Resource Directory) Blue Button Initiative http://www4.va.gov/bluebutton/ On August 2, 2010, President Obama announced the "Blue Button" capability that allows Veterans to download their personal health information from their MyHealtheVet account. VA developed the Blue Button in collaboration with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), and the Department of Defense, along with the Markle Foundation's Consumer Engagement Workgroup. Wed, 1 Sep 2010 10:41:00 -0400 info@nationalresourcedirectory.gov (National Resource Directory) Veterans Affairs Works to Reduce Claims Backlog http://www.defense.gov/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=60677 The Veterans Affairs Department is making great strides in its efforts to reduce the backlog of Veterans' claims, VA Secretary Eric K. Shinseki today told thousands of Veterans attending the 92nd Annual American Legion National Convention in Milwaukee. Wed, 1 Sep 2010 10:20:00 -0400 info@nationalresourcedirectory.gov (National Resource Directory) VA Secretary Addresses Traumatic Brain Injury Conference http://www1.va.gov/opa/pressrel/pressrelease.cfm?id=1947 Recognizing the longstanding, integrated collaboration shared by the Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of Defense, VA Secretary Eric K. Shinseki gave the keynote address Monday at the fourth annual Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Military Training Conference here. Mon, 30 Aug 2010 09:21:00 -0400 info@nationalresourcedirectory.gov (National Resource Directory) Troops, Families Glad for End to Iraq Combat http://www.militarytimes.com/news/2010/09/ap-troops-glad-to-see-iraq-combat-end-090110/ As President Obama spoke, Violeta Sifuentes snuggled with her 6-year-old twins on the suede sofa,Samuel beside her, Selena sprawled across her legs. Wed, 1 Sep 2010 10:45:00 -0400 info@nationalresourcedirectory.gov (National Resource Directory) Fort Carson Opens Medevac Training Area http://www.armytimes.com/news/2010/09/ap-fort-carson-medevac-training-center-090110/ Fort Carson is opening an outdoor training area to teach soldiers how to evacuate wounded comrades while under fire. Wed, 1 Sep 2010 10:48:00 -0400 info@nationalresourcedirectory.gov (National Resource Directory) American Legion Honors Troops for Volunteerism http://www.defense.gov/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=60680 Representatives from the five armed services were honored here today by the nation's largest wartime Veterans' organization. Tue, 31 Aug 2010 10:23:00 -0400 info@nationalresourcedirectory.gov (National Resource Directory) Navy Suicide Prevention: It's an All-Hands Effort http://www.defense.gov//News/NewsArticle.aspx?ID=60685 Balancing military and personal life involves sacrifices. At times, this balancing act can cause sailors to become extremely overwhelmed and even depressed. Wed, 1 Sep 2010 10:24:00 -0400 info@nationalresourcedirectory.gov (National Resource Directory) Toolkit Helps Separating Service Members Land Jobs http://www.defense.gov/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=60637 Soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines separating from the military can get extra help in finding a job from a new Defense Department resource. Fri, 27 Aug 2010 09:41:00 -0400 info@nationalresourcedirectory.gov (National Resource Directory) Senators Weigh in on Renewable Energy at Nevada Forum http://www.af.mil/news/story.asp?id=123219608 Two senators addressed Nevada Forum attendees here Aug. 25 to laud the Air Force for its leadership in green initiatives and offer support in finding safe, compatible ways to continue renewable energy without impeding military training missions. Fri, 27 Aug 2010 09:46:00 -0400 info@nationalresourcedirectory.gov (National Resource Directory) SC Vet Advocate Organizes Honor Flight to DC http://www.armytimes.com/news/2010/09/ap-sc-honor-flight-090110/ About 100 World War II veterans from South Carolina are heading to Washington, D.C., to visit the memorial dedicated to their military service. Wed, 1 Sep 2010 10:49:00 -0400 info@nationalresourcedirectory.gov (National Resource Directory) Veterans with Disabilities to Learn Life-Changing Skills at Summer Sports Clinic in San Diego http://www1.va.gov/opa/pressrel/pressrelease.cfm?id=1942 The National Veterans Summer Sports Clinic is an event like no other, uniquely designed to teach recently-injured Veterans how to surf, kayak, sail, cycle and enjoy other sports. The 3rd National Veterans Summer Sports Clinic, sponsored by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), will be held September 19 - 25 in San Diego. Thu, 26 Aug 2010 13:35:00 -0400 info@nationalresourcedirectory.gov (National Resource Directory) Obama Urges Nation to Salute Service in Iraq http://www.defense.gov/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=60641 President Barack Obama called on the American people today to provide new care, opportunity and commitment to the million military men and women who've served in Iraq. Sat, 28 Aug 2010 10:16:00 -0400 info@nationalresourcedirectory.gov (National Resource Directory) Combat Care Experts Weigh Use of Dried Plasma http://www.militarytimes.com/news/2010/08/marine-combat-care-083010w/ A service member wounded by hostile action has about a 90 percent probability of survival, according to Army Col. Dallas Hack, director of Combat Casualty Care. Mon, 30 Aug 2010 10:25:00 -0400 info@nationalresourcedirectory.gov (National Resource Directory) Agent Orange Benefits Could Expand Tuesday http://www.militarytimes.com/news/2010/08/military-agent-orange-benefits-083010w/ Final rules allowing more than 250,000 Vietnam veterans who qualify for Agent Orange-related benefits could take effect as early as Tuesday. Mon, 30 Aug 2010 10:47:00 -0400 info@nationalresourcedirectory.gov (National Resource Directory) Camp Allows Kids of War Victims to Express Loss http://www.militarytimes.com/news/2010/08/ap-military-camp-for-mourning-children-082810/ The small children of fallen soldiers and Marines covered James Gobble, laughing as he pushed his way off the floor and gently tossed them off his back. Sat, 28 Aug 2010 10:50:00 -0400 info@nationalresourcedirectory.gov (National Resource Directory) Questions Loom Over Drug Given to Sleepless Vets http://ap.stripes.com/dynamic/stories/U/US_VETERANS_SLEEP_DRUG?SITE=DCSAS&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT&CTIME=2010-08-30-05-34-04 Andrew White returned from a nine-month tour in Iraq beset with signs of post-traumatic stress disorder: insomnia, nightmares, constant restlessness. Mon, 30 Aug 2010 10:53:00 -0400 info@nationalresourcedirectory.gov (National Resource Directory) Social Media Blitz to Thank Troops for Iraq Service http://www.stripes.com/blogs/stripes-central/stripes-central-1.8040 Iraq will be the main news story again all this week, as the U.S. military officially ends its combat mission there and President Obama delivers remarks to troops at Fort Bliss and the nation as a whole in separate speeches on Tuesday. Mon, 30 Aug 2010 10:59:00 -0400 info@nationalresourcedirectory.gov (National Resource Directory) VA Publishes Final Regulation to Aid Veterans Exposed to Agent Orange http://www1.va.gov/opa/pressrel/pressrelease.cfm?id=1945 Veterans exposed to herbicides while serving in Vietnam and other areas will have an easier path to access quality health care and qualify for disability compensation under a final regulation that will be published on August 31, 2010 in the Federal Register by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Mon, 30 Aug 2010 17:27:00 -0400 info@nationalresourcedirectory.gov (National Resource Directory)