What is a Staff College?

Introduction Staff colleges (also command and staff colleges and War colleges) train military officers in the administrative, military staff and policy aspects of their profession. It is usual for such training to occur at several levels in a career. For example, an officer may be sent to various staff courses: as a captain they may… Read More

What is Military Psychiatry?

Introduction Military psychiatry covers special aspects of psychiatry and mental disorders within the military context. The aim of military psychiatry is to keep as many serving personnel as possible fit for duty and to treat those disabled by psychiatric conditions. Military psychiatry encompasses counselling individuals and families on a variety of life issues, often from… Read More

Three Great Exercises to Improve Your Flexibility – and How to Get Started

Introduction Keeping your body flexible is key for dodging (aka reducing the likelihood of) injuries, maintaining good posture, and ensuring smooth joint movements. Being ‘flexible’ facilitates your muscles to work effectively without straining. Flexibility also helps with blood circulation, delivering much-needed oxygen and nutrients to your body, which can speed up recovery after workouts and… Read More

What is the US Air Reserve Technician Programme?

Introduction Air Reserve Technicians, commonly referred to as ARTs, are a nucleus of full-time uniformed US Air Force leaders, managers, operators, planners and trainers in what is known as the Air Reserve Component (ARC) of the United States Air Force, the ARC consisting of both the Air Force Reserve and the Air National Guard. Background… Read More

Kratom: Is It a Safe and Legal Substance?

Introduction What is Kratom? How Does Kratom Affect the Body and Brain? What are the Effects of Kratom? As Kratom is sold in unregulated and varied mixtures with other phytochemicals, uncertainty remains on its effects and noxious levels. Difficulty testing for its use poses additional challenges in managing treatment. It makes it a potential drug… Read More

What is the United States Space Force?

Introduction The United States Space Force (USSF) is the space service branch of the US Armed Forces and the world’s first space force. Along with the US Air Force, it is part of the Department of the Air Force, led by the secretary of the Air Force. Its military heads are the chief of space… Read More

What is RAF Oakhanger?

Introduction RAF Oakhanger is a Royal Air Force station in Hampshire split over three operational sites; with accommodation in nearby Bordon. The main site and operations centre is located near the village of Oakhanger, the two other sites being nearby. The parent station for administrative purposes was RAF Odiham. Brief History RAF Oakhanger was the… Read More