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Norfolk Naval Shipyard’s Executive Director

With every new job comes new challenges and new learning curves. This is such the case with Brad Crosby who recently became Norfolk Naval Shipyard’s Executive Director (Code 1100). PAGE A2 VOL. 29, NO. 06, Norfolk, VA | flagshipnews.com

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THE TAMING OF THE (ELEPHANT) SHREW

The Story of Navy Medicine’s “Cairo to Capetown” Expedition of 1948.

By André Sobocinski

U.S. Navy Bureau Of Medicine and Surgery

Public Affairs

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — On February 17, 1948, a Navy medical team embarked on a historic journey across the African Continent. Over a period of nine months they travelled in a caravan from Port Said, Egypt to Capetown, South Africa while collecting thousands of rare specimens, providing medical care to local populations and documenting tropical diseases through photograph and film. The scope and mission of what would be known as the “Cairo to Capetown Expedition,” would never again be replicated in Navy annals.

The idea for a scientific expedition across Africa may not have been a priority for Navy Medicine in the era of post-war demobilization. But in August 1947, this new opportunity literally came knocking on doors of the Bureau of Medicine and Surgery (BUMED)—delivered by a charismatic explorer-to-be named Wendell Phillips.

Phillips had never before led a scientific expedition, but even at just 26-years old he was not lacking confidence in his own ability to do so. In 1947 he planned what was to be the largest American-led paleontological and archeological expedition across Africa. Equipped with a bachelor’s degree in paleontology from UC Berkeley, a glib manner, and a hearty supply of chutzpah, Phillips was not only able to convince his alma mater to back this expedition but he persuaded the Shell Oil Company to donate 50,000 gallons of oil, General Motors to donate ten Chevy Sedans, and Colt Patent Firearms to contribute new guns.

He recruited Charles Camp, Henry Field and Louis Leakey as expedition members (even though each were suspicious of the young man’s motives and thought him more a “promoter” than scientist). Phillips had also befriended Fleet Adm. Chester Nimitz, then serving as Chief of Naval Operations.

Nimitz promised Phillips a ship to transport the explorers and directed him to BUMED

Photographs from Navy Medicine’s Cairo to Capetown Expedition of 1948. Images courtesy of Mr. John Amberson. (ANDRE SOBOCINSKI)

to procure medical support.

When Rear Adm. H. Lamont Pugh, Navy Deputy Surgeon General, met with Phillips he was immediately captivated by his proposal. “He was the most agile talker to whom I ever had listened,” Pugh recalled.

For Admiral Pugh this expedition afforded Navy Medicine an opportunity to expand its knowledge of indigenous diseases that could affect military personnel and collect teaching specimens for the Naval Medical School (NDS) and Navy

Medical Research Institute (NMRI). As Pugh explained, “Therefore realizing that here was a golden opportunity for Navy [Medicine] to obtain some badly needed information, I prevailed upon the leader of the expedition, Mr. Wendell Phillips, to permit the Navy to send along, not only one doctor, but a research unit consisting of several doctors and specialists in sciences allied to medicine.”

Admiral Pugh tasked Cmdr. (later Capt.)

Julius Amberson to serve as the Navy unit’s

NMLPDC delivers training to US Marines at Headquarters Battalion, Training and Education Command, MCB Quantico

By MCC Emilio Velez

Naval Medical Forces Support Command

Public Affairs

QUANTICO, Va — Lt. Cmdr. James Hawkins, Dental Corps, United States Navy is usually found at the Naval Medical Leader and Professional Development Command’s Naval Postgraduate Dental School leading the Orofacial Pain residency program or providing mentoring and guidance to the Navy’s Orofacial Pain Community as Specialty Leader or training the next generation of Navy Dentists as Associate Professor, Postgraduate Dental College, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences. But January 27th was a little out of the ordinary for him. Lt. Cmdr. Hawkins was in front of 600 Marines from Headquarters Battalion, Training and Education Command, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia as part of their Winter Safety Stand Down (nicknamed “Back in the Saddle”) delivering information about sleep, health and operational readiness.

The goal of “Back in the Saddle Training” is to refocus Marines after the holidays and prepare them for the year ahead.

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officer-in-charge and assemble a team.

By 1947, Amberson was Navy Medicine’s “known quantity” for special missions like these. The mining engineer-turned preventive medicine physician had led Navy epidemiology teams through Egypt, Iraq, India, Kenya and South Africa during World War II and supported the historic U.S. medical survey of bituminous coal mines in 1946.

Amberson recruited physician Cmdr.

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Navy Names Top Dietitian of the Year

By Dawn Grimes

Navy Medicine and Readiness Training

Command Public Affairs

LCDR James Hawkins in front of 600 Marines from Headquarters Battalion, Training and Education Command, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia as part of their Winter Safety Stand Down delivering information about sleep, health and operational readiness. (MCC EMILIO VALEZ)

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Civilian of the Year

In alignment with the Department of the Navy’s unmanned campaign plan, Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Atlantic is assessing the latest in small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS) for potential force protection use at Naval and Marine Corps bases. PAGE A4

Surface Combat Systems Training Command (SCSTC) recently announced its Headquarters Civilian of the Year (COY) for 2021.

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NMCP hosts truma asset+ course Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP) hosted an Advanced Surgical Skills for Exposure in Trauma (ASSET+) course, Feb. 1-2. PAGE A2

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Brad Crosby recently became Norfolk Naval Shipyard’s Executive Director (Code 1100).“I love to learn and I love to challenge myself,” said Crosby.“Becoming the executive director for the shipyard allows me to do just that.” (TROY MILLER)

Brad Crosby Becomes Norfolk Naval Shipyard’s Executive Director

By Troy Miller

Norfolk Naval Shipyard Public Affairs

PORTSMOUTH, Va. — With every new job comes new challenges and new learning curves and depending on one’s background, the challenges could become overwhelming and the learning curves could be steep.

Although some might shy away such opportunities, others welcome it with open arms and enthusiasm. This is such the case with Brad Crosby who recently became Norfolk Naval Shipyard’s Executive Director (Code 1100).

“I love to learn and I love to challenge myself,” said Crosby. “Becoming the executive director for the shipyard allows me to do just that.”

Although Crosby was born in Aiken, SC, he was raised up and down the East Coast with his father working for DuPont as a chemical engineer. Taking after his

father, Crosby graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering and eventually earning his Master of Business Administration degree from Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia.

He started his career at Qimonda Richmond, LLC, a semiconductor memory company, in 2001. When the company closed in 2009, Crosby chose to go into the civil service arena by working in the contracting department for Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA). By 2015, he was ready for some new challenges and opportunities to expand his knowledge and Norfolk Naval Shipyard offered him that opportunity to do so.

Crosby joined Norfolk Naval Shipyard as the Chief of the Contracting Office, Code 400, a position he assumed in July 2015

along with the responsibility to standup NNSY’s Contracting Department and responsible for bringing all contracted services and nuclear cognizant material necessary to meet the shipyard’s assigned mission under one roof.

“After executing Code 400’s first contract action in July 2016, Brad and the Code 400 team have grown our Contracting Department into a world-class contracting office and have awarded and overseen the execution of over 8,000 contract actions valued at over $2.7 billion,” said Shipyard Commander, Capt. Dianna Wolfson.

When the shipyard’s executive director’s position opened up, Crosby seized the moment to take on new responsibilities and to see the shipyard through a different perspective. “Code 400 was all about contracting in one form or another,” said Crosby. “Code 1100 is richly diverse in what

we provide to the shipyard from security to photography and graphics, to diversity and inclusion to public affairs to business administration to emergency management to training and development. There isn’t nearly as much overlap between these codes in 1100, like the codes in 400. This is one reason I am looking forward to this position.”

The workplace isn’t the only place Crosby pushes himself outside his comfort zone. He strives past what he feels his limits are off yard as well. “One of the most mentally and physically times I challenged myself is when I ran a marathon in 2 hours, 59 minutes and 49 seconds. That’s 6 minute 52 seconds per mile pace. And though it was tough, it made me all the more stronger both physically and mentally.”

Crosby is going into his new position with the same mindset that he had going into the eight marathons he had ran. “Regardless how long your stride is, each time you take a step, that brings you that much closer to your goal. The object is to keep moving forward and hold nothing back. I see people do that here now and I will be no different. The time is now to show our Navy, our Nation, and the world why we are America’s Shipyard.”

NMCP hosts truma asset+ course

By MC2 Dylan Kinee

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth Public Affairs

PORTSMOUTH, Va. — Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP) hosted an Advanced Surgical Skills for Exposure in Trauma (ASSET+) course, Feb. 1-2.

ASSET+ is an upgraded modification of the original ASSET course, and it is a cadaver-based, anatomical review of surgical exposures in the neck, torso and extremities to allow for rapid control of bleeding in injured patients.

“As NMCP becomes a trauma center, all of our surgeons will be expected to manage trauma although most are not specifically trained in trauma surgery,” said Cmdr.

Timothy Donahue, NMCP’s Trauma Medical director.

“This course provides a refresher or, in some cases, new techniques which ultimately will save lives and improve outcomes.”

ASSET+ has a teacher to student ratio of 1:1, and it is a two-day course. This is in contrast to the original ASSET course of a teacher to student ratio of 1:4 and it being only a one day course. Additionally, ASSET+ includes the topics of neurosurgery, OB/GYN, ophthalmology, and orthopedics.

“Review of techniques to rapidly control hemorrhage is essential for the general surgeon who does not routinely practice trauma surgery,” said Donahue. “Just as

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP) hosted an Advanced Surgical Skills for Exposure in Trauma (ASSET+) course, Feb. 1-2. ASSET+ is an upgraded modification of the original ASSET course, and it is a cadaver-based, anatomical review of surgical exposures in the neck, torso and extremities to allow for rapid control of bleeding in injured patients. (WILLIAM EPPERSON)

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First IW LCPO Seminar Deemed Success

By Joshua Rodriguez

Naval Information Forces Public Affairs

SUFFOLK, Va. — Navy Information Forces (NAVIFOR) introduced the first iteration of the Information Warfare Leading Chief Petty Officer (LCPO) Senior Leader Seminar (SLS). The 10-day course instructed 17 LCPO from all eight IW ratings. Chiefs serving in their first tour were provided lessons on relevant all-source IW, leadership, and self-care topics to be a successful IW leader for both afloat and ashore tours of duty.

“The IW SLS was a complete success,” said NAVIFOR’s Force Master Chief David Twiford, “The first term IW leaders now have more tools for their toolbox to make them relevant and successful leaders in the IW community.”

IW senior leaders will be better equipped in total force information warfare organization, operational Immediate Superior in Command (ISIC) roles, Sailor/Leader resources, enlisted leadership qualities, Maintenance, Material and Management (3M) afloat and ashore, warrior toughness, and leading themselves.

The NAVIFOR SLS program reinforces themes from Enlisted Leader Development (ELD), Laying the Keel: Developing the Backbone of the Navy and Navy Leader Development Framework. The training opportunities are designed to work in conjunction with the current Navy ELD continuum as well as legacy training offered to IW Sailors through their rating ladder to further develop the skills and mindset necessary to prepare enlisted Sailors for the duties and responsibilities required at their respective leadership roles within the IW Community. The Chiefs were given more than 20 classified briefings on current IW initiatives from Flag Officers and Command Senior Enlisted Leaders at IW commands, to include Naval Information Forces, 10th Fleet, The Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command, Office of Naval Intelligence, Commander Naval Information Force Reserve, Naval Information Warfare Systems Command, Naval Information Warfighting Development Center, Commander Strike Group 4⁄15, and Center for Information Warfare Training.

The seminar included a Command Master Chief panel, various senior officers and enlisted from within the IW enterprise, as well as mentorship from a variety of program IW lead chiefs. The attendees were also afforded the opportunity to have a mentorship lunch with retired Fleet Master Chief Susan Whitman.

“The IW LCPO Seminar is a great idea for newer leading Chiefs. There isn’t anything for these leaders at this time,” said retired Fleet Master Chief Susan Whitman. “This seminar is a place not only to learn but, also to network. For me, giving back after retirement is a priority. After 32 years of experience, policies and programs change but leadership transcends,” said Whitman.

A newly pinned chief, Chief Information Systems Technician Christine Brown from Commander, Carrier Strike Group Two, emphasized that the seminar makes her even

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more excited for the IW community’s direction. “Force Twiford has a great mindset about IW, and I look forward to doing my part to open Sailor’s minds to the IW community as a whole,” said Brown.

Chief Cryptologic Technicians (Technical) Steven Neely from Naval Information Warfighting Development Center, Norfolk, said,

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NIWC Atlantic tests and evaluates unmanned systems to enhance base force protection

By Kris Patterson

Naval Information Warfare Systems Command

Public Affairs

CHARLESTON, Sc. — In alignment with the Department of the Navy’s unmanned campaign plan, Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Atlantic is assessing the latest in small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS) for potential force protection use at Naval and Marine Corps bases.

With the near-peer threat environment expanding to America’s military installations, the successful deployment of drone platforms and surveillance capabilities is critical in providing real-time visual imagery to physical security managers.

“NIWC Atlantic is a key player in this technology acceleration effort to develop, test and field unmanned platforms,” said Jason Aycock, lead of NIWC Atlantic’s Presidential and Joint Systems Applications (P&JSA) team.

The P&JSA team recently hosted members of one of the Department of Defense’s (DoD) premier research organizations, the Physical Security Enterprise & Analysis Group, to demonstrate how drones perform aerial physical security at military installations. The demonstration captured data and assessed the capabilities and limitations of the commercially available sUAS products.

“Our objective is to provide security forces an agile rapid response surveillance platform in the form of drones that are capable of operations over land and water to assess remote alarms or threat detections and events,” said Rodney Rourk, NIWC Atlantic project lead for the P&JSA team.

“The drones used cases specific to physical security in the demonstrations, but they could also be used to support other missions such as emergency management operations and inspecting critical infrastructure.”

The event’s results, which are part of a joint Navy and Marine Corps research, development, test and evaluation proj-

Rodney Rourk, project lead for the Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Atlantic Presidential and Joint Systems Applications (P&JSA) team, shows drone footage to members of the Department of Defense’s Physical Security Enterprise & Analysis Group during a recent demonstration at one of NIWC Atlantic’s testing grounds based in Charleston, South Carolina. (JOSEPH BULLINGER)

ect, have the potential to influence future deployment of sUAS, as well as, benefit other government agencies that could utilize aerial physical security, said Rourk.

“These drones are autonomous and semi-autonomous, so if an alarm triggers in a certain area, the device will automatically open and the drone will take off and go to that area,” said Aycock. “The drone will stream video back to an operator who will perform assessment duties. By clicking on the image of a vehicle or person, the operator will be able to automatically track that vehicle or person and use video analytics to assess the situation.”

Ed Layo, head of NIWC Atlantic’s Force Protection Solutions Division, anticipates the benefits realized from the use of sUAS to be endless.

“Using drones will decrease the time it takes base security to respond to remote land and water locations,” said Layo. “For instance, if an alarm goes off in a far corner of an installation, somewhere miles out, instead of sending the military police, who might take several minutes to get there, we can automatically deploy a drone that can be there much faster and provide visual

assessment for better situational awareness to enable appropriate response from the security forces.”

There are several other benefits of deploying drones including broadening patrol capability, to areas such as rugged terrain or water, cost savings and agility.

“They can fly above off-road or rugged terrain not conducive or safe for humans or ground vehicles and they can cover larger areas, such as flight lines and waterside enclaves,” said Layo.

Two key advantages of using drones are their agility and anticipated cost savings, said Le’Ron Lawrence, deputy physical security branch chief, Office of the Deputy Under Secretary of the Navy (S&I).

“The use of drones has a high potential of reducing the wear and tear of security force ground vehicles and boats and reducing dependency on expensive fixed surveillance solutions that are not agile or adaptable and require costly infrastructure such as installation of towers, cable and cameras along miles of fence line,” said Lawrence.

The next steps after initial assessments and receiving program office approval, include deploying the technology at a

Marine Corps installation and conducting formal operational test and evaluation within an operational environment.

“We will put the drones in the hands of the operators who will use them, monitor them and provide valuable feedback that we can integrate into the drones,” said Rourk.

Following operational test and evaluation, program offices expect the results will inform and aid their surveillance modernization decisions.

“Program offices will be able to assess if sUAS are a viable alternative to traditional fixed surveillance or if they may be used to augment both manned patrols and expensive surveillance cameras,” said Rourk.

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Surface Combat Systems Training Command Announces its Small Site Civilian of the Year

By Kimberly Lansdale

Naval Education and Training Command Public

Affairs

DAHLGREN, Va. — Surface Combat Systems Training Command (SCSTC) recently announced its Small Site Civilian of the Year (COY) for 2021.

Mr. Keith Thompson, a training specialist for SCSTC Det Middle Atlantic, located in Norfolk, Virginia, was selected for this award.

“There were many deserving candidates,” Thompson said. “I am truly appreciative and thank SCSTC for this recognition.”

Mr. Brian Deters, SCSTC’s executive director, says Thompson was selected because of his strong work ethic, dedication to the mission, and his overall performance.

“As a training specialist, Keith is the primary point of contact for all curriculum related aspects for SCSTC Det Middle Atlantic,” Deters explained. “He ensures all training materials are current, relevant and approved for use for fleet training to meet mission readiness.”

Throughout 2021, Thompson certified 27 military instructors and ensured semi-annual and annual evaluations were completed in accordance with SCSTC guidance. He completed 42 formal course reviews, provided over 100 hours of training in areas such as Electronic Training Resource Management System (eTRMS), Corporate Enterprise Training Activity Resource Systems (CeTARS), instructor certifications, and lesson plan development.

Lt. Cmdr. Brandon Bridges, SCSTC Det Middle Atlantic’s officer in charge, says Thompson is an ideal teammate and exceptional asset to SCSTC Det Middle Atlantic and the entire domain.

“Keith has numerous responsibilities as a training specialist,” Bridges said. “However, no matter how full his plate is, he always has a positive attitude. He is constantly seeking out additional responsibilities and is quick to volunteer to assist others within and outside of the command to best meet the training mission.”

Thompson was selected as Civilian of the Quarter (COQ) for the fourth quarter of 2021 and has been part of the SCSTC team for four years.

“The most satisfying part of my job is working with Navy personnel, up and down the chain of command, to effectively train Sailors to be better prepared to take the fight to the next level.” Thompson said.

Surface Combat Systems Training Command (SCSTC) falls under the Naval Education and Training Command (NETC).

NETC, led by Rear Adm. Peter Garvin, is the U.S. Navy’s Force Development pillar and largest shore command. Through its “Street to Fleet” focus, NETC recruits civilians and transforms them into skilled warfighters

Official portrait of Keith Thompson, Surface Combat Systems Training Command’s Small Site Civilian of the Year for 2021. (COURTESY PHOTO)

ready to meet the current and future needs of the U.S. Navy.

The former Center for Surface Combat Systems (CSCS) has been renamed the Surface Combat Systems Training Command (SCSTC) as part of a large internal realignment effort. SCSTC is a training organization of over 6,500 staff and students across 12 global locations and implements culture of

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Surface Combat Systems Training Command Announces Headquarters Civilian of the Year

By Kimberly Lansdale

Surface Combat Systems Training Command Public

Affairs

DAHLGREN, Va. - Surface Combat Systems Training Command (SCSTC) recently announced its Headquarters Civilian of the Year (COY) for 2021.

Ms. Cyndy Duscio, the information system security manager (ISSM) and cybersecurity workforce program manager (CSWF-PM) for SCSTC’s chief information officer (CIO), N6, was selected for this high achievement.

Mr. Brian Deters, SCSTC’s executive director, says Duscio’s accomplishments for 2021 are numerous and impactful.

“As the sole ISSM for the SCSTC domain, Cyndy obtained an Authority to Operate [ATO] for the Aegis Modernization Operator Trainer [AMOT] creating the foundation for accreditation of the Aegis Virtual Operations Trainer [AVOT],” Deters said. “The AMOT ATO effort is a major accomplishment and is critical to our Surface Training Advanced Virtual Environment Combat Systems [STAVE-CS] and Ready, Relevant Learning [RRL] training solutions. Cyndy is truly dedicated to the mission and plays a key role in executing our vision for the future of combat systems training.”

Duscio also conducted multiple virtual Manager’s Internal Control Program/ Command Inspection site visits.

“Cyndy completely revamped the Cybersecurity portion of the inspection program,” explained Mr. Tom Kleis, SCSTC’s CIO, N6.

“With each site visit, she ensured mission readiness and enhanced our domain’s cybersecurity posture. Since the end of 2019, when Cyndy came onboard, she has been a driving force not only here in Dahlgren, but throughout our 12 global locations.”

Duscio was selected as Civilian of the Quarter (COQ) for the first quarter of 2021 and has been part of the SCSTC team for over two years.

“I am honored to be selected for this award and to be part of this extraordinary workforce,” she said. “One of my favorite aspects of my job is the ability to work with and support our active duty military. We, as civilians, owe so much to our military and to be a part of a team that enables them to train successfully is something I take seriously and have a lot of pride in.”

Capt. George Kessler, SCSTC’s commodore, says Duscio is driven and an indispensable member of the team.

“I assumed duties as commodore in January and have only known Ms. Duscio for a short time but she clearly is a true professional and vital to SCSTC and the Navy,” Kessler said. “I know she will continue to implement innovative solutions to accomplish our mission ensuring our Surface Leaders have the tools they need to succeed.”

Surface Combat Systems Training Command (SCSTC) falls under the Naval Education and Training Command (NETC). NETC, led by

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Rear Adm. Peter Garvin, is the U.S. Navy’s Force Development pillar and largest shore command.

Through its “Street to Fleet” focus, NETC recruits civilians and transforms them into skilled warfighters ready to meet the current and future needs of the U.S. Navy.

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sustainable healthy dietary behaviors,” Lt. Williams said. “Whether it’s for weight management, performance enhancement, or reducing the risks for chronic conditions, I can help people achieve their goals.”

Williams, who grew up in a small town in Tennessee, said balanced nutrition wasn’t really emphasized. “Once I learned to eat properly, I noticed significant improvements in mental and physical performance, all without using a single supplement.” He continued, “I thought the changes were fascinating and wanted to help others in making their positive nutrition-related changes.”

Following graduation from high school in White Bluff, Tennessee, Williams enlisted into the Navy in 2003 and served five years as an Aviation Electronics Technician. It was during this time that Williams discovered his passion for nutritional science. “I was a young sailor and, to be honest, I was looking for activities that would keep me out of trouble.” Williams found himself in a Barnes and Noble, because, as he recalls thinking, ‘reading is something people do to keep occupied.’ Williams picked up a book on medical nutrition therapy. “It was a college text book.” said Williams. “At that time, I never anticipated going to college, but I opened that book and bought it and started learning about all kinds of chronic diseases and ways to counter them with good nutrition.”

Williams said the most beneficial aspect of working with a dietitian is that you can feel confident in the nutrition information and counseling you’re provided. “Dietitians are required to earn a bachelor’s degree in nutrition-related course work, complete an accredited practice program, pass a national exam and complete continuing professional education requirements to maintain registration.” Williams explained “Many of us even continue our education with master’s level programs and board certification.”

For anyone who’s considered getting expert help, but hasn’t acted on it, Williams offered this advice. “Weigh the pros and cons of taking action in your desired change. Identify your “why?” and envision how life will look after changes are made,” Williams said. “Know that there are professionals who are standing by to help you take action in living a healthier lifestyle.”

Service members and dependents inter-

Expedition from Page 1

Rodman Wilson (Medical Corps, USNR), parasitologist Cmdr. Trenton Ruebush (MSC, USN), preventive medicine technician HMC Deaner Lawless, photographer AF2 Harley Cope, motion picture photographer MSgt. Charles Evans, motor transportation specialists Capt. G.G. Edwards and MSgt James Houle of the Marine Corps and two civilian scientists—Dr. Harry Hoogstraal, an entomologist with the Field Museum in Chicago, Illinois and Dr. Ernst Schwarz, a zoologist with the Smithsonian Institution. Later, they were joined by a British Army mechanic, an Egyptian chef from the famed Shepheard’s hotel in Cairo, and Rev. Gordon Fournier who served as the expedition’s chaplain, translator and public relations officer. Amberson dubbed his team the “Navy Medical Science Group.”

From the Naval Medical Supply Depot in Brooklyn, N.Y., Amberson secured medical and surgical supplies, a portable X-Ray outfit, a gasoline motor generator for lights and power, and a set of instruments for ophthalmology. He obtained heavy duty trucks from the Naval Base New Orleans, Louisiana, and two jeeps with radio transceivers from the Naval Gun Factory in Washington, D.C. Over the ensuing months, Amberson and his team consulted with noted experts at natural history museums across the United States and overseas to help scope out the mission. They devised a plan where they would travel a minimum of 150 miles per week through Egypt, Sudan, Belgian Congo (Democratic Republic of Congo), Somaliland (Somalia), Uganda, Kenya, Tanganyika (Tanzania) including Zanzibar, Northern Rhodesia (Zambia), Southern Rhodesia (Zimbabwe), Mozambique, and South Africa. Amberson outlined the mission as follows: to provide medical supplies and support to the greater expedition, obtain information on topographical layout, present sanitary conditions, diseases and their carriers, and collect documentary evidence.

This work was governed by two basic principles: Navy medical surveys were to be made in areas where gaps in knowledge existed and the Navy team would have input on planning routes and the timing of stops.

After arriving in Port Said, the Navy Science Group met the UC Berkeley team in Kom Oshim (about an hour outside of Cairo) on February 7th, 1948 to discuss the route and objectives. They agreed that Phillips and part of his team would join the Navy Science Group through Sudan and part of East Africa.

Over the first weeks the expedition proceeded south along the Nile stopping along ancient villages, and visiting old temple ruins in Luxor with Henry Field.

On March 7th, they arrived in Wadi Halfa, Sudan where they set up a laboratory for zoological research and travelled to an isolation hospital where they took patient x-rays for a local physician.

Lt. Daniel Chase Williams, Registered Dietitian at US Navy Medicine and Readiness Command Guantanamo Bay, Cuba is the Navy’s Top Dietitian of 2021. (DAWN GRIMES)

ested in learning more about how to achieve diet and weight goals with professional help from a military health nutritionist can contact their local Medical Treatment Facility to make an appointment with a Primary Care Provider. Providers consult with patients with dietary and weight issues to eliminate serious health conditions, before

making a referral to a nutritionist.

“When I made dietary changes in my own life before I became a nutritionist, I noticed a drastic difference in my overall well-being, I had more energy and I felt like I sustained the day better and accomplished more.” “Williams said, “When you perform better during the day you sleep better at

At sundown on March 8th, a gun was accidentally discharged injuring Chief Deaner Lawless. Lawless was found bleeding profusely from the left side of his face and it was believed that he had been shot through the head. Even Lawless thought his end was near and asked for last rites from Father Fournier before the wounds were deemed superficial. Amberson treated the wounds and also removed a piece of metal from the Chief ’s eye.

In the town of Abu Hamed, on the right bank of the Nile, the Navy Group set up a clinic where they treated everything from tonsilitis, corneal abrasions to vitamin deficiencies, trachoma and leprosy. They remained in Sudan through May, visiting ancient Kushite temples, villages along the Blue Nile impacted by schistosomiasis, malaria and tropical ulcers, and meeting distinguished medical personnel and missionaries.

In the Sudanese towns of Bor and Juba, they treated smallpox which was epidemic, studied the incidence of blackwater fever, and made ward rounds at local hospitals. And in Eastern Equatoria (South Sudan), the Navy Group sought out the elusive 4-toed elephant shrew (named for its elephant-like proboscis).

These chipmunk-like creatures were known to harbor a strain of malaria-type parasite similar to human malaria. Seeing the shrew as a potential test-subject for anti-malarial drugs, the Navy Group, with the help of local children collected, some 250 shrews to ship back to NMRI for study.

Throughout the expedition, the Navy Group saw many cases of African Trypanosomiasis or sleeping sickness in various stages, which they documented. Transmitted by the tsetse fly—a large biting insect that feeds on blood—the disease can lead to debility, sleep disorders, cognitive decline and ultimately organ failure, if left untreated.

Amberson and his team sought to understand the prevention and control of the disease and studied the bionomics of the tsetse fly.

Crossing into the Belgian Congo in May, they met with Chief Zenaga of the Azande tribe. The chief had struggled for years with pain which they was diagnosed as rheumatoid arthritis. They supplied him with 500 tablets of aspirin and instructed him to take two a day. At the Inland Africa Mission in Ava, Belgian Congo they conducted hernia repair surgeries for area locals.

From the end of May through August, the Navy Group worked out of Kenya where they visited the Pleistocene diggings of Dr. Leakey, visited Masai villages, and documented cases of Rift Valley Fever, bubonic plague, malaria, yaws, nutritional diseases, and collected many specimens of ticks and flukes.

By June, communication between the Navy and Wendell Phillips was breaking down. In a letter to Admiral Pugh, dated June 3rd, Amberson wrote: “the Navy group has encountered innumerable difficulties with the California leader which impede its activities. These difficulties are due to incompetence and poor cooperation on the part of

leader Phillips and his administrative associates, and to continual nefarious practices which not only dissatisfy the personnel associated with the California agents, but make such a bad impression on local scientists and officials that it is embarrassing for us to be associated as we are.” Admiral Pugh sent Capt. James Sapero (Medical Corps, USN), a noted tropical disease expert, to Nairobi to be his “eyes on the ground” and support the Navy Group. Seeing an impasse with Phillips, Sapero and Amberson negotiated a new agreement with UC Berkeley whereby the Navy Group became independent.

From July to August, the Navy Science Group travelled through Uganda, and Belgian Congo visiting Lake Victoria and Ripon Falls, local hospitals, the Yellow Fever Institute, and a leper colony. In late August 1948, the Navy Group travelled down the Great North Road through Tanganyika, Northern Rhodesia, Southern Rhodesia, and the Transvaal Province. They arrived in Capetown, South Africa on October 19th.

At journey’s end, the Navy Science Group amassed over 19,660 miles.

Postscript: On October 22, 1948, Amberson, Ruebush, Cope, and Schwarz boarded USS Huntington and sailed to South America where they remained until December 1948.

Sapero, Hoogstraal and Lawless remained in Africa for several more months travelling to Madagascar where they continued the mission of the Navy Science Group.

Throughout their nine-month trek from Egypt to South Africa, the Navy Science Group collected thousands of rare specimens, documented numerous tropical diseases, and treated hundreds of people in need of medical care. The specimens and documentary evidence collected was later shared with teaching and scientific institutions throughout the world for the benefit of medical education and global health research. And Amberson later adapted this material for a global health course at the Naval Medical School.

Using the 250 specimens of elephant shrew that were sent back, NMRI was able to study the “taxonomic and evolutionary” status of malaria parasites. They ultimately determined that the shrew’s malaria parasite had a peculiar cyclic course, but had little value for treatment of human malaria.

After returning from Africa, Wendell Phillips immediately began charting his next expedition. In 1949, he embarked on a journey through Saudi Arabia and present day Yemen searching for the fabled home of the “Queen of Sheba.” He recounted these adventures in Qataban and Sheba: Exploring the Ancient Kingdoms on the Biblical Spice Routes of Arabia (1955). In later years he started his own oil company and, at the time of his death in 1975, he was the largest individual holder of oil concessions in the world.

In 2014, the Smithsonian’s Sackler Gallery opened the exhibition dedicated to Phillips’ archeological work in Yemen, “Unearthing Arabia: The Archaeological Adventures of Wendell Phillips.”

night so I felt like I was more rejuvenated and that’s a prime opportunity for body repair as well. I feel fortunate that now I have the opportunity to help others find the same benefits for themselves.”

Nominees for Registered Dietitian of the year are considered for their impact in multiple categories including: leadership and management achievements; contribution to Command; impact to operational forces and Navy Medicine; mentorship; innovation and special achievements.

“Lt. Williams is an invaluable asset and leader at this command,” said Capt. Dale Ramirez, Commanding Officer, U.S. NMRTC GB. “He epitomizes the ideal Military Dietitian. He is ready, versatile, and effective in all aspects of his profession.”

As the installation’s only clinical dietitian, Williams completed 106 nutrition consults, a 40% increase over the prior year. Additionally, Williams is responsible for U.S. NMRTC GB’s food service mission and the safe delivery of more than 36,000 nutritious meals to inpatients, dining room patrons, and Special Category Residents living fulltime in the Navy’s only home health facility.

Under William’s direction, the department maintained 98% customer satisfaction-their highest recorded score since 2016. Williams led a food service process improvement project that emphasized Lean Six Sigma principles from loading dock to serving line which resulted in a 35% reduction in food waste and $100,000 in cost savings.

Lt. Williams is board certified in obesity and weight management and carries additional qualification designation for Executive Medicine. He was recognized as the Fiscal Year 2019 Officer of the Year for Provider Type II at Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune. He has also completed the Department of Defense Public Health Nutrition Fellowship at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta, Georgia. As a Naval Officer, Williams’ leadership positions began with his assignment to Naval Hospital Bremerton as the Head of Nutrition Management Department.

Before reporting to Naval Station Guantanamo Bay last year, Williams served at the larger Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune as the Division Officer and Clinic Manager for Nutrition Management Department.

His personal military awards include the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal, Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, and Navy Good Conduct Medal.

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The Commanding Officer, Colonel Richard Schmidt, wanted to emphasize the importance of sleep & resilience to his warfighters. He asked Naval Branch Health Clinic Quantico for a recommendation regarding who could speak well on this topic. They recommended myself and our staff psychologist, Dr. John Schmidt, based on our intimate knowledge in this area. Dr. Schmidt and I spoke to a small group of Marines two months ago on this topic. The event received very positive feedback, and the Commanding Officer, Col Schmidt found it incredibly beneficial. Therefore, he asked that we speak at the base wide event in order to reach a larger audience.

-Why is sleep important to warfighter readiness?

Sleep is vital for every single one of us!

Sleep has a significant impact on short-term and long-term health, as well as day-to-day function and resilience. Congress and the Department of Defense have recognized the importance of sleep to warfighter readiness, and they have made optimizing sleep a high priority. NDAA 2020 section 749 (Public Law 116-92) required the Secretary of Defense to conduct a study on the effects of sleep deprivation on the readiness of members of the Armed Forces.

This resulted in a 63 page report submitted to Congress in March 2021 emphasizing sleep importance and optimization.

A single sentence on page 1 of the report perfectly summarizes its contents, stating “Sleep may be the most important biological factor that determines Service member health and combat readiness.”

-What are your thoughts about the importance of this event to the Marines?

As stated above, sleep is essential to our warfighters and can no longer be overlooked. Our Marines are an elite fighting force that require quality sleep for optimal performance, and yet most have never been taught about the importance of sleep or how to improve their sleep. This event was able to capture the attention of a large group of Marines and Marine Corps leadership in order to: 1) Explain their significant need for good sleep, 2) Help them identify sleep disorder risk factors for which they should speak with their physician, and 3) Equip them with the knowledge and tools to optimize their sleep.

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COMMANDER, CARRIER STRIKE GROUP 3 VISITS USS SPRUANCE

Rear Adm. Jeffrey T. Anderson, commander, Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 3, crosses the flight deck of Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG 111). Abraham Lincoln Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability through alliances and partnerships while serving as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (MC3 TAYLOR CRENSHAW)

By MC3 Taylor Crenshaw USS Spruance

PHILIPPINE SEA — Rear Adm. J. T. Anderson, commander, Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 3, visited Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG 111) to tour the ship and discuss overall readiness with leadership and the crew Feb. 9.

During the visit, Anderson toured the crew’s common areas, the Chiefs Mess, the combat information center (CIC) and the shipboard signal exploitation space (SSES), among others. Anderson greeted Sailors and presented command challenge coins to those

who have demonstrated exemplary performance aboard Spruance.

Anderson also addressed the crew on the mess decks to emphasize Spruance’s importance in the carrier strike group and mission.

“Spruance is extremely important to our mission, and I’ve come to rely on this ship and this team,” said Anderson. “Firstly, I want to thank you for your sustained performance.

Second thing is, keep it up! We’re going to continue to ask a lot of you over the course of this deployment.”

The visit came early during Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group’s (ABECSG) routine deployment to the U.S. 7th Fleet area

of operations. Spruance departed from Naval Base San Diego Jan. 3, 2022.

Since departing, Spruance worked with allies and partners to build upon existing, strong relationships and enhance interoperability during dual-carrier operations and Exercise Noble Fusion in the Philippine Sea. Spruance sailed alongside Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) ships JS Hyūga (DDH 181) and JS Kongō (DDG 173) during these joint and combined exercises to sustain proficiency at all levels and sharpen command and control skills while challenging participants to adapt to changing conditions.

“We are here to reassure our allies and our partners that we remain committed to protecting the rules-based international order and lawful uses of the sea, and the ability of all countries to exercise those rights,” said Anderson. “That is why we will continue to fly, sail and operate wherever international law allows.”

The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability through alliances and partnerships while serving as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

NIWC Atlantic Rapidly Develops New Air Defense System for Marines

By Steve Ghiringhelli

Naval Information Warfare Systems Command

Public Affairs

The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) prepares to anchor in the port of Split, Croatia, Feb. 11, 2022. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security, and defend U.S., allied and partner interests in Europe and Africa. (COURTESY PHOTO)

USS Harry S. Truman Arrives in Croatia

By MC2 Kelsey Trinh

USS Harry S. Truman Public Affairs

CROATIA — The crews of the Nimitzclass aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) and Royal Norwegian Navy Fridtjof Nansen-class frigate HNoMS Fridtjof Nansen (F310) arrived in Split, Croatia, for a scheduled port visit Feb. 11.

Routine port calls strengthen defense partnerships, build capabilities between the United States and key allies and partners around the world and provide an opportunity for Sailors to experience other cultures and take a break from the demands of being at sea.

“This is an exciting opportunity for the Fridtjof Nansen and Harry S. Truman to get to know the people of Croatia and experience its history and scenic landscape,” said Rear Adm. Curt Renshaw, commander, Carrier Strike Group Eight. “We recently participated alongside our NATO ally Croatia in Neptune Strike 22 and we look forward to spending time ashore with our

hosts.”

This port visit is an opportunity for the Sailors to experience what Croatia has to offer and will strengthen interpersonal relationships with Croatian citizens. Additionally, Sailors will have the opportunity to participate in community relations events with the Children’s Home Maestral Split and to visit various scenic areas in the region through organized tours.

Giving back to the community is only part of why these port visits are an integral part of the strike group’s presence in the region.

“This port visit will be key to demonstrating yet another unique opportunity for our Sailors to be rewarded with well-deserved liberty while continuing to demonstrate our resolve with U.S. partners and allies in the Adriatic,” said Capt. Gavin Duff, Harry S. Truman’s commanding officer.

Truman is the flagship of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group (HSTCSG); additional elements of the carrier strike group include the nine squadrons of Carrier

Air Wing (CVW) 1, commanded by Capt.

Patrick Hourigan; the staff and guided-missile destroyers of Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 28 commanded by Capt.

Todd Zenner, which include: USS Bainbridge (DDG 96), USS Cole (DDG 67), USS Gonzalez (DDG 66), USS Gravely (DDG 107) and USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109); the Royal Norwegian Navy’s Fridtjof Nansenclass frigate HNoMS Fridtjof Nansen (F310), deployed as part of the Cooperative Deployment Program; and the Ticonderoga-class cruiser USS San Jacinto (CG 56), commanded

by Capt. Christopher Marvin.

The strike group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security, and defend U.S., allied and partner interests in Europe and Africa.

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CHARLESTON, S.C. — In nine months’ time Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Atlantic engineers leveraged a range of resources to build out the model of a critical air defense capability that will make Marines more dominant on the battlefield.

Called the Marine Air Defense Integrated System (MADIS) Increment (Inc) 1.0, the system was showcased for multiple Marine Corps stakeholders on Feb. 1, including Maj. Gen. Eric Austin, director of the Capabilities Development Directorate of Combat Development and Integration at Headquarters Marine Corps.

Austin received several high-level briefings before joining a tour of NIWC Atlantic facilities centered on the results of the latest MADIS buildout.

“I just wanted to offer a broad thanks to this team, to people I don’t get to look in the eye and thank very often,” Austin told members of NIWC Atlantic’s Land Systems Integration (LSI) Division. “This organization has an amazing pedigree, with an incredible ecosystem of innovation, and it’s really apparent you guys are held in high regard.”

Since last May, LSI engineers began designing and building out engineering development models (EDMs) to make MADIS component and system layouts compatible with the Marine Corps’ Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV).

The latest MADIS weapons system will afford Low Altitude Air Defense (LAAD) Battalion Marine gunners next-generation, line-of-sight battlespace dominance by detecting, identifying and neutralizing airborne threats. The system uses wireless command and control (C2) and 360-degree radar capabilities to counter everything from unmanned aerial vehicles to rotary and fixed-wing aircraft via turret-launched Stinger missiles, heavy guns and multi-functional electronic warfare.

“The high-powered tactical and electronic technologies of MADIS Inc 1.0 will provide an indispensable advantage to LAAD Marines Turn to NIWC, Page 7

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Working out a time to workout

By Lisa Smith Molinari “Did these shrink?” I mutter to myself, while stuffing the relevant bits and pieces into my spandex pants. I had resolved to drop a few excess pounds after the holidays, and putting on workout clothes was half the battle.

“Now I have to exercise today,” I proclaim before trudging to the kitchen for coffee.

After feeding the dog, I sit down at our kitchen island to sip my coffee and thumb through Instagram on my phone, fully intending to drive to the base gym and lift weights.

An hour later, I’ve made it into our driveway, but I can’t help but notice how messy the interior of my car was. With a loud “tsk” I decide that it is imperative for me to Shop Vac the car before going to the gym.

There’s something about a Shop Vacs, leaf blowers and a power washers. Once I get one going, I can’t seem to put the thing down.

It’s exhilarating to cleanse one’s life of debris and clutter, and I never seem to want that feeling to end.

Two hours later, I have not only vacuumed the car, but I’ve also sucked the cobwebs out of the shed, the sand off the porch, the dog hair off the living room floor, the peanuts from under the couch cushions, and the crumbs out of the utensil drawers.

I breathe a huge sigh of cleansed relief, and then notice the time. “Criminy!” I blurt, “I still need to exercise!” I decide to save the weight lifting for tomorrow, and just get a power walk in. That is, right after I hit the bathroom.

My middle-aged bladder no longer cooperates. I used to be able to “hold it” forever like some kind of sub-Saharan camel.

But once I hit my forties, my bladder got fed up and took my urethra hostage. Essentially, when the urge strikes, I’d better hit the porcelain throne within a minute or two, or my bladder will open the release valve on my own little Hoover Dam. While doing my business, I notice an interesting article on space exploration in the latest National Geographic …

With a resounding flush, I emerge from the bathroom with an empty bladder and a brain full of newfound information on space exploration, scatology, airborne microbes, and Ecuadorian parakeets. “Fascinating…” I mutter while tying up the string on my workout pants.

The clock dictates that it’s on the early side of lunchtime. I can’t go on a power walk with an empty stomach, of course. Ever a multi-tasker, I eat a turkey sandwich and half-a-bag of kettle cooked potato chips while checking e-mails on our computer.

Computers can be evil. Just like I can’t just buy just one thing at Target, I find it nearly impossible to just “check e-mail” on our computer. Somehow, tabs get opened, links get clicked, and next thing you know, I’ve told someone what I ate for lunch on Facebook, bid on a set of vintage Pyrex nesting bowls on Ebay, and watched three You Tube videos of babies laughing at stuff.

A couple hours later, I’m ready for that walk, but decide I’d better fluff and fold the laundry real quick so the shirts won’t wrinkle. Since folding laundry is about as entertaining as watching paint dry, I turn the TV on for a little background noise.

I must say, those shows about hoarders are riveting. It’s like a train wreck – it’s awful and tragic, but you can’t stop watching.

An hour later, I try to go on my walk, but I have to defrost the pork chops, I have to load the dishwasher, I have to scratch the dog’s belly, I have to watch that hilarious rerun of “The Office.”

At 11:00 pm, my husband wakes me on the couch to follow him to our bed. My workout clothes are quite cozy, so in a “Flashdance”-inspired move, I remove my sports bra and climb into bed. “My workout clothes will already be on when I wake up in the morning,” I think to myself before dropping off to sleep, “so I’ll have to exercise tomorrow, for sure.”

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The Defense Department Offers Expanded Hourly Child Care Service

By Military Onesource

High-quality, affordable and licensed child care is critical for military parents. But the type of child care they need can vary widely.

Some families need regular full-time care.

Other families need more flexible, on-demand services. Some families need both.

To help meet the growing and diverse needs of military parents, the Defense Department is proud to offer an expanded child care service.

Through Military OneSource, military families have free access to a national database of more than a million caregivers so they can find hourly, flexible and on-demand child care.

Whether you are looking for in-home child care, a nanny or a babysitter, the search service connects you to the child care resources you need.

The nationally recognized online subscription service lets you:

Search for care that fits your own needs and criteria Find potential care providers and view their profiles Check references Review background checks Interview, hire and pay providers on your terms How to access the free online service Use your Military OneSource account to set up your free access to the child care service. Log in to your existing account or create an account to get a unique subscription code and establish your child care service account.

For more information about the online caregiver search service and to register, visit the Military OneSource Expanded Hourly Child Care Options page.

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Rear Adm. Michael Donnelly, Commander, Task Force 70, back-center, and CTF 70 staff members participate in the 30th U.S.-Republic of Korea Composite Warfare Commander Meeting, via teleconference from Yokosuka Naval base, to discuss maritime strategy and interoperability between the partner nation’s navies, Feb. 9. (MC2 ASKIA COLLINS)

Commander, Task Force 70 Conducts 30th Warfare Commander Meeting with Republic of Korea Navy

By MC2 Askia Collins

Commander, Task Force 70 / Carrier Strike Group 5

Public Affairs

YOKOSUKA, Japan — Commander, Task Force (CTF) 70 staff conducted the 30th Bi-annual Composite Warfare Commander Meeting (CWCM) with leadership from the Republic of Korea Navy (ROKN) through a teleconference, Feb. 9.

R e a r Ad m . M i c h a e l D o n n e l l y,

commander, Task Force 70, and CTF 70 staff members discussed maritime strategy and how best to operate forces together at sea with ROKN leaders from Maritime Task Flotilla (MTF) 7.

“We are constantly seeking opportunities to validate and improve our ability to integrate our high-end capabilities in order to ensure peace and stability in the region, as like-minded allies,” said Donnelly. “By holding these talks, we can focus on specific

warfare areas, build a list of actions we can take together to improve our at-sea engagements now and in the future, and use our resources for maximum efficiency.”

The staff discussion centered on potential future training events, operations, and engagements the 7th Fleet task force will conduct with their Korean counterparts.

These efforts contribute to the U.S. and Republic of Korea alliance, one that is vital to the security interests of both nations and

to stability in Northeast Asia.

CWCM has been conducted between U.S. and ROK navies since 1996.

U.S. 7th Fleet exercises operational control of its units through designated Task Forces or Task Groups. These groups are organized along domain and functional lines. CTF 70 is theater strike warfare commander and theater air and missile defense commander.

CTF 70 is forward-deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific. U.S. 7th Fleet is the largest forward-deployed numbered fleet in the world and, with the help of an network of alliances and partners from 35 other maritime nations, the U.S. Navy has operated in the Indo-Pacific region for more than 70 years; providing credible, ready forces to help preserve peace and prevent conflict.

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Master-at-Arms Seaman Alexus Vega observes a contact from a harbor security boat during a security drill at Naval Station (NAVSTA) Rota Jan. 27, 2022. (MC1 NATHAN CARPENTER)

Guardians of the Harbor: Harbor Security Leads the Way

By MC1 Nathan Carpenter Naval Station Rota Public Affairs

ROTA, SPAIN — Haze grey steel rises from the water along the piers of Naval Station (NAVSTA) Rota, towering above the surface, bristling with weapons, imposing bulkheads, electronic warfare modules and specialized high tech equipment everywhere. The mighty warships homeported at Rota are masters of the seas, projecting the strength of their many capabilities wherever they sail, but here in the harbor, they are in many ways at their most vulnerable. Only a fraction of the crew remains on duty throughout the day and many systems are offline for maintenance. Visiting ships also let down their guard as they refuel, resupply and rearm, their crews departing to enjoy well deserved liberty, and repairs and upgrades are implemented.

It is these ships, along with port operations boats and equipment, and the Sailors who operate it all that the NAVSTA Rota harbor security team works tirelessly to protect. From “Metal

Shark” security boats, they constantly patrol the harbor, ever vigilant against potential threats and ready to respond with lethal force if necessary.

“The mission of Harbor Security is to detect, deter and defend against waterborne threats through the use of Harbor Security Boats,” said Master-at-Arms 1st Class Jordan Branch, the harbor security leading petty officer. “We provide security for the homeported ships onboard NAVSTA Rota and all transiting U.S. and NATO vessels, as well as security escorts for Class A and B High Valued Assets entering and exiting our area of responsibility.”

The job isn’t an easy one — long hours of being constantly alert, perpetual training to recognize and to respond appropriately to potential threats, and maintaining qualifications to operate the boats and weapons take their toll, but to Master-at-Arms 3rd Class Gabriella Rodriguez a level II coxswain with NAVSTA Rota harbor security, the effort is worth it.

“There are always going to be challenges no matter what you do or where you go in life,” said

Rodriguez, “The shifts are long, the qualifications take a lot of time and devotion to obtain, and sometimes that time and devotion can go into our off days, which is exhausting. However, I think that time and devotion makes our Harbor Security team the best.”

While there are minor incidents almost every day, like floating objects that need to be investigated or fishermen lingering at the mouth of the harbor looking for a catch, the team regularly trains to react to aggressive actions or attacks.

“The main objective is to train the Sailors on how to respond to certain events in accordance with their pre-planned responses and standard operating procedures, and for them to showcase all the knowledge gained in their training,” said Branch. “It puts them in a life-like scenario and we get to see the hard work and hours spent training pay off.”

These training opportunities also give the team a chance to bond and improve their teamwork and esprit de corps.

“Those are the days that everyone is together

learning and growing in Harbor,” said Rodriguez, “Which sometimes are the best days because our team is filled with amazing people and leaders.”

In spite of the hard work, the job is often fun as well, and Rodriguez encourages those who have the opportunity to be a part of harbor security to take it.

“My favorite part about working in harbor security is definitely driving the Metal Shark Security Boats, especially in summer when the dolphins show up,” said Rodriguez. “The best advice I could give is make sure you can swim.

You cannot make it in Harbor if you cannot swim.”

Even those who can’t swim well have vital roles to play. In addition to the harbor security team itself, many other people are working behind the scenes to make the mission a success through maintenance, planning and communication.

“There are so many moving parts that go into making us mission capable: dispatch, port operations, the LCS contractors, just to name a few,” said Branch. “Without the help of these entities, we would not be able to carry on with the mission.”

NAVSTA Rota sustains the fleet, enables the fighter, and supports the family by conducting air operations, port operations, ensuring security and safety, assuring quality of life and providing the core services of power, water, fuel and information technology.

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Left to Right: Allen G Cadreau, Indian Energy Chief Executive Officer and Henry J Boulley Jr, Indian Energy Chief Operating Officer. (SARAH MACMILLAN)

NAVFAC EXWC Awards Indian Energy, LLC, with Cooperative Research and Development Agreement

By Naval Facilities Engineering and Expeditionary Warfare Center Public Affairs PORT HUENEME, Ca. — Naval Facilities Engineering and Expeditionary Warfare Center (NAVFAC EXWC) announces its Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) with Indian Energy, LLC—a 100% Native American Indian owned limited liability company headquartered in Anaheim, California, specializing in microgrid development.

The purpose of the CRADA is to develop and demonstrate a combination of energy storage technologies that are reliable, affordable, and safe for a diverse set of energy storage technologies for the modern age. In the future, these efforts could become scalable microgrids that could collectively behave as a generator, or storage system capable of providing grid reliability services, in addition to their core function of generating and storing electricity.

Systems like these are currently being tested and adopted for operational use by U.S. Marines at Marine Corps Air Station Mira-

mar. There, Indian Energy’s systems will be integrated into Miramar’s multiple award winning microgrid for testing and evaluation

by NAVFAC EXWC, the Navy, the Department of Energy, and more.

Large-scale energy storage is a critical player in widespread de-carbonization of the United States’ electric power generation and delivery capabilities. To date, single technology solutions do not offer the required capacity or longevity to support large-scale energy storage. Much of the current technology is also costly, and can be harmful to the environment once decommissioning occurs.

“This CRADA is a critical opportunity for NAVFAC EXWC to work with a local, leading energy security company to rapidly integrate and commercialize technologies that will become breakthrough advancements for innovative energy storage,” said Robert Nordahl, NAVFAC EXWC Microgrid Team Lead. “The capability to coordinate and optimize a diverse portfolio of energy storage solutions is essential to the dexterity of the Navy.”

“This effort is another recent example

of a growing history of successful partnerships between the Navy and Native American-owned businesses. In addition, this brings together the long standing relationship between NAVFAC and the California Energy Commission and provides a clear path toward the success of all parties on their climate and resiliency goals. We could not be more honored to be able to support our state and federal partners in this way,” said Allen G. Cadreau, Indian Energy Chief Executive Officer.

For more information about NAVFAC EXWC’s microgrid technologies, contact Robert Nordahl, NAVFAC EXWC Microgrid Team Lead at robert.l.nordahl.civ@us.navy. mil.

About Naval Facilities Engineering and Expeditionary Warfare Center (NAVFAC EXWC): NAVFAC EXWC is a command of more than 1,300 dedicated federal employees, contractors, and military personnel who provide science, research, development, testing, evaluation, specialized engineering, and mobile logistics capabilities to deliver sustain-

able facility and pragmatic expeditionary solutions to the warfighter. For more news from NAVFAC EXWC, please visit https:// www.navfac.navy.mil/ or visit us on Facebook @NAVFACEXWC About Indian Energy, LLC: Indian Energy, LLC, is a privately held microgrid developer and systems integrator, specializing in developing and integrating large-scale advanced energy resiliency and security solutions for the Department of Defense, Community Choice Aggregators and Tribal Utility Authorities. The company was founded in 2009 and is certified as a Small Business Enterprise and a Minority-owned Business Enterprise. Indian Energy is 100% Native American Indian-owned and operated, with offices in Anaheim Hills and San Diego, California, as well as in Baja Norte California, Mexico. The company has 4 GW of solar photovoltaic and wind and 6 GWh of energy storage under development. More information is available on the Indian Energy website, LinkedIn and Facebook.

Additionally, Indian Energy has partnered with the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians to create Chippewa Sustainable Solutions, Inc (CSS), which has been approved by the U.S. Small Business Administration for participation in the 8(a) Business Development Program. The co-owned company provides energy resiliency and energy security solutions to the United States Government and its Agencies thru the unique and powerful direct award capabilities of the 8(a) Program.

Arturo Ortez, a Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command contractor, inspects a water sample collected and analyzed as part of Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam’s (JBPHH) water restoration efforts. The Interagency Drinking Water System Team is a joint initiative where the U.S. Navy is working closely with the Hawaii Department of Health, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Army to restore safe drinking water to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam housing communities through sampling and flushing, and the recovery of the Red Hill Well. (COURTESY PHOTO)

Ford Island (Zone A2) Residential Flushing Excedance

By Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet

JOINT BASE PEARL HARB ORHICKAM, Hawaii - The U.S. Navy sampled drinking water after residential and non-residential building flushing at 68 locations on Ford Island (Zone A2). One of the 68 sample results is above criteria for

this emergency response.

The affected residents have been notified, and the Interagency Drinking Water System Team (IDWST) decided to re-flush and re-sample the home. The IDWST tests for total petroleum hydrocarbons (TPH) in three ranges: gas, diesel, and oil. One sample exceeded the emergency response

criteria of 200 parts per billion (ppb) for two of the TPH groups. The sample results showed a TPH-diesel range of 259 ppb and a TPH-oil range of 209 ppb.

As part of the investigation, the IDWST asked the Navy to take additional samples from a nearby home. The Hawaii DOH public health advisory remains in effect for

Zone A2, and all Navy Water System users should avoid using the water for drinking, cooking, or oral hygiene. The IDWST will perform a thorough review of all results, including the re-sampling for Ford Island (Zone A2) before submitting a package for Hawaii DOH review. Once Hawaii DOH determines the Navy’s drinking water is fit for human consumption, Hawaii DOH will amend the health advisory for Zone A2.

The Hawaii DOH’s Nov. 29, 2021, public health advisory for JPBHH remains in effect.

For more information on water recovery efforts, please see: https://www.cpf.navy. mil/JBPHH-Water-Updates/.

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Lt. Shi Keeps Camp Lemonnier Flying

By MC2 Jonathan Word

Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti Public Affairs

DJIBOUTI — The job of a military aviator may be one of the most physically and mentally demanding jobs in the world.

Everything from the effects of G-forces on the body to the mental acuity it takes to control one of the fastest and most advanced pieces of technology in existence can take a toll on one’s physical well-being. Keeping our pilots and aircrewmen airborne is a key factor in our military’s warfighting readiness, and U.S. Navy Lt. Lucy Shi, a flight surgeon currently assigned to the Michaud Expeditionary Medical Facility on Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti ensures they are fit to fly.

“Their jobs are so stressful, and there are so many factors that affect their health, “said Shi. “We do a six-month training in Pensacola, Florida where they teach us the specifics of flight medicine especially how it relates to being in the air. We make sure that they are fit for flight duty and that they get the care they need.”

Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti is the U.S.’s only permanent Navy base on the African continent. It is an expeditionary base in a constantly changing environment.

For operational reasons, a squadron may be deployed to the camp with very little notice. If they do not have a flight surgeon deployed with them, Lt. Shi is standing by ready to step in.

“If they don’t have a flight doctor deployed with them, I will take care of it,” said Shi. “I coordinate with the Army flight surgeon, the Air Force flight surgeon, and whatever Navy or Marine Corps aviators that come in. I help them.”

Every deployment for a member of the U.S. military brings with it great new experiences and exciting new challenges.

Djibouti is Lt. Shi’s first deployment with the Navy.

“Because we are in a deployed setting, we don’t have as many resources as I am used to having by working in a hospital,” said Shi. “It teaches you more about military medicine, because you are not always going to be in a big hospital with MRI machines and CT machines, so it has really helped me to hone my medical skills.”

The decision to enter the medical field means being willing to dedicate years of your life towards your education and craft.

To choose to become a military medical professional not only brings in a new challenge set, but requires another level of dedication. However, for Lt. Shi, the decision was made clear when she saw how the Navy could help her on her career path and facilitate her life goals.

“When I was an undergrad,” Shi says. “I had a close friend who did Navy ROTC. She always talked about the comradery and how great it was to be a part of a unit and a family. I found out about the health profession scholarship program which covers your medical school. I looked specifically into the Navy because I realized they do a lot of humanitarian missions especially with the USS Comfort and the Mercy, which is why I signed up for Navy medicine.”

What Lt. Shi has accomplished in her life

U.S. Navy Lt. Lucy Shi a Navy Flight Surgeon from Chandler, Ariz., poses for a photograph outside of the Michaud Expeditionary Medical Facility (EMF) on Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti (CLDJ). CLDJ serves as an expeditionary base for U.S. military forces providing support to ships, aircraft and personnel that ensure security throughout Europe, Africa and Southwest Asia. (MC2 JONATHAN WORD)

anyone could be proud of. Her family has a unique perspective and sense of pride in what she has been able to achieve. Shi is carrying on a family tradition.

“My parents immigrated from China to Chicago,” says Shi. “Back in China, my grandparents are doctors. My mom was a doctor in China. They are very proud that I was able to do medicine, and they are even more proud that I am able to do it in the military, especially my grandma. Back in China, she was a doctor in the military as well. They see how being in the military has helped me grow as a person and professionally.”

The familial ties to the medical and military fields extend beyond Shi’s grandparents and mother. Shi has a partner in her life that

can understand where she is coming from better than anyone else.

“My husband is in the Army,” says Shi. “He is an OBGYN intern. He actually did ROTC Army when he was an undergrad, so he was a little bit familiar with the military side of it all. It’s nice being married to another resident because the days are super long, it’s super tiring, and it’s nice to just be able to talk to someone who understand that and has been where you are. We get it. We understand each other when we say we’ve had a hard day at the end of the day.”

Despite how far she has already come, Lt. Shi has her eyes on the path ahead, and she credits her service for laying the foundation to realize her dreams.

“I want to become a pediatrician eventu-

ally or a neonatologist. Ideally, in the Navy,” says Shi. “If being in the military has taught me anything, it is to be open to pretty much anything that can happen. It’s definitely an experience I never thought I could have.

Never in my wildest dreams did I think that I would be a flight surgeon. You never know, you could end up in Djibouti, and it could turn out to be one of the most memorable experiences of your life. Everyone at the EMF is so incredible and just amazing.

They’re probably some of the best leadership that I have ever seen in the military or civilians. No matter where you go, or how far you go, always go there with an open mind and an open heart, because you’ll never know what you can expect or what kind of people you will be able to meet.”

Prepositioning Ship Trains with Air Force During Exercise Cope North

By Leslie Hull-Ryde

Military Sealift Command Far East Public Affairs

PHILIPPINE SEA — Military Sealift Command’s (MSC) civil service mariners aboard USNS Dahl (T AKR 312) helped train U.S. Air Force crews while underway in the Philippine Sea, as part of Exercise Cope North 22, Feb. 7-8.

CN22 is a humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HA/DR) exercise that includes Australian, Japanese and U.S. forces and takes place in a number of locations. Training events occur in Guam, Saipan, Tinian, Palau, the Federated States of Micronesia — and aboard Dahl.

While Cope North enhances the combined interoperability of the three nations so they are ready to respond together to a natural disaster in the Indo-Pacific Region, the exercise also increases the joint capabilities of Dahl and the U.S. Air Force.

“Dahl’s flight deck provided a platform of opportunity for Air Force pilots to gain their deck landing qualifications,” said Capt. Michael S. Lee, master of the ship.

“This critical training may have a direct impact on our joint response in support of the region.”

The master says that in addition to actually executing the DLQs, the planning prior to the shipboard events, coupled with exchanges of information, sharing tactics, techniques and procedures and coordinating communications proved equally important.

As part of Maritime Prepositioning Ships Squadron 3, Dahl strategically places containerized and palletized cargo through-

Crew members from U.S. Air Force 33rd Rescue Squadron in Kadena, Japan, conduct deck landing qualifications aboard USNS Dahl (T-AKR 312) in the Philippine Sea Feb. 7, 2022, as part of Exercise Cope North 22. (COURTESY PHOTO)

out the region for all U.S. Armed Services, including the Air Force. This capability ensures critical supplies are delivered where and when needed and enables U.S. forces to rapidly respond to HA/DR efforts.

“Prepositioning facilitates recovery from the devastating effects of natural disasters.

MSC and our civil service and contract mariners are fully qualified and ready to support any mission that needs to get done,” Lee said.

“Without U.S. mariners, the logistics flow would stop, and the supply chain would

break.”

Although the Air Force crews benefitted from Dahl’s participation, Lee explained that civil service mariners did as well. The Fortuna, California, native said Cope North refined MSC crew members’ readiness as they practiced skills they learned in requisite training before serving on the ship.

He added that Cope North also presented opportunities to increase the awareness of Military Sealift Command between other services and among other nations.

“This is a great opportunity for our crew to interact with the [Air Force] and inform active duty persons in other [Department of Defense] communities who U.S. Merchant Marines, including civil service and contract mariners, are and what we do.

“United States merchant mariners have a longstanding history of working with and supporting our active-duty military members,” Lee said.

“This interaction solidifies that we are ‘part of the team.’ ”

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conducting fire and maneuver missions within the weapons engagement zone,” said Ryan Price, who leads the LSI Division at the command’s Expeditionary Warfare Department.

MADIS is a Program Executive Officer Land Systems (PEO LS) program of record. After last year’s fielding of another version of MADIS onto smaller vehicles, PEO LS tasked NIWC Atlantic to develop variants for the JLTV. Cost constraints and vehicle space restrictions were two major concerns early on.

Mechanical engineers expedited development by designing specialized mounts for the two large remote weapons systems. They then took those prototype drawings over to the waterjet cut bed at NIWC Atlantic’s On-Demand Manufacturing (ODM) Lab, an industrial machine capable of cutting through four-inchthick titanium.

“As the MADIS lead systems integrator for the Marine Corps, we knew we needed to move out quickly in not just developing an exceptional product but implementing unique efficiencies,” said Tim Hughes, team lead for the LSI Division’s Counter Threat Platforms Support. “The 3-D printer mount solution is just one of many excellent examples demonstrating the experience and engineering acuity this team used to get the job done.

“I’m really proud of what they accomplished in such a short amount of time,” he added. “They pulled from multiple resources across the division and outside the department to essentially build a team from scratch,” he

added.

MADIS Inc 1.0 models will run through integrated tests and evaluations later this year before any final U.S. Marine Corps procurement and fielding decisions are made.

NIWC Atlantic Executive Director Peter C. Reddy, who led the Marine stakeholder tour around base last week, noted that strong air defense and C2 capabilities will help Marines meet the Commandant’s vision for Force Design 2030, which includes competing and winning in expeditionary advanced base operations (EABO) environments.

With that in mind, Reddy said the MADIS team overcame many challenges and admirably accomplished the first phase of the important work with efficiency and a great sense of duty.

“These men and women, some of them former Marines themselves, understand the importance of integrated, better connected and highly effective weapons systems that can prevail in a contested EABO-type setting,” he said. “I am proud of this team, the division, the department and our greater command. What they have achieved together is nothing short of astounding.”

About NIWC Atlantic As a part of Naval Information Warfare Systems Command, NIWC Atlantic provides systems engineering and acquisition to deliver information warfare capabilities to the naval, joint and national warfighter through the acquisition, development, integration, production, test, deployment, and sustainment of interoperable command, control, communications, computer, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance, cyber and information technology capabilities.

A U.S. Marine looks over the Marine Air Defense Integrated System (MADIS) Increment 1.0 engineering development model aboard a Joint Light Tactical Vehicle during a Feb. 1 visit to Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Atlantic in Charleston, South Carolina. (COURTESY PHOTO)

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TCC announces 2022 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Awards

(R to L) Annette Mewborn and Jiahuan Lin. (COURTESY PHOTO)

By Laura J. Sanford Tidewater Community College honors the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by presenting annual awards to those who embody his teachings and spirit.

The 2022 recipients are: • Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Distinguished Service Award: Annette Mewborn, English professor at the Virginia Beach Campus.

• Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Award: Jiahuan Lin, a TCC student working toward her Associate of Science in General Studies.

The two will be honored during the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Virtual Awards and Recognition Program on Feb. 25 from noon to 1:30 p.m. Register for the event.

The featured speaker is William E. Harrell, President and CEO of Hampton Roads Transit. Harrell will speak on “Why is Martin Luther King Jr’s legacy relevant today?”

Annette Mewborn Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Distinguished Service Award

Annette Mewborn is passionate about bringing people together and serving the community.

The English professor, who began working at the Virginia Beach Campus admissions office, joined the college in 1989. For close to a decade, Mewborn organized Black History Month events on the Virginia Beach Campus to celebrate African American history and culture.

The events included programs like “From the Root of It,” a look at hairstyles through the ages, as well as a historical review of “Motown Music.”

Her long list of accomplishments includes starting a tutoring center for children at Rehoboth Baptist Church.

She set up the center and recruited volunteers to teach English, writing, music and Spanish.

Pre-pandemic, Mewborn presented 12 holiday concerts at TCC with Echoes of Excellence, a group of students with a love for music. Together they packed the Pungo Auditorium year after year. She also established High Class, an educa-

tional band that writes and performs songs for youth at community events.

Most recently, Mewborn organized a toy drive and holiday concert for abused children through her work with CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates).

The outdoor event was held in Mewborn’s own backyard.

And during the pandemic, she started The Novel Kids, a reading program for children to keep them engaged and learning in the summer months.

“I believe in peace and unity, and the tenets Dr. King held dear,” Mewborn said.

“If you look at some of his most influential quotes, you see one word that mirrors the Bible and that is love. That’s how I strive to live my life. By loving my neighbor, wherever I am.”

Jiahuan Lin Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Award Community service has become a way of life for Jiahuan Lin. She began volunteering in high school and has no intention of slowing down.

Lin,18, holds a 4.0 GPA and is working on an Associate of Science in General Studies.

An Outstanding High School Scholar, Lin serves as a TCC student ambassador and represents the college at open houses and other events for new and prospective students. She is also vice president of TCC CARES, a student engagement club designed to help the community and the environment through service projects. Additionally, she serves the Virginia Beach Campus as vice president of the Student Government Association.

Lin has also been active in the community during the COVID-19 pandemic working with Virginia Beach Medical Reserve Corps during pop-up vaccination clinics. While there, she helped with medical records and monitoring patients.

“Community service benefits not just the one who receives the service, but also the one who does it,” she said. “It is also a way to connect with others and gain enormous amounts of knowledge that you could not learn in school.”

AAU Karate VA State Championships and Nationals Qualifier and Tzanos Adidas Gold Seminar takes place this weekend Interview conducted by Yiorgo If you are a karate or MMA competitor or fan, then THE events to be at this Saturday and Sunday February 19th and 20th is, the AAU Karate VA State Championships and Nationals Qualifier taking place at Coastal Hampton Roads Sportsplex and the Tzanos Adidas Gold Seminar at Axsom Martial Arts in Newport News, Virginia.

With us today are Renshi (Mast Instructor) Moose who was also recently named Director of AAU Karate for the Commonwealth of Virginia, and Sensei George Tzanos, a 22 times consecutively Greek National Champion. Sensei George is also a world champion, a European Champion, and has won hundreds of other titles in the competition circuit for the WKF (World Karate Federation).

Yiorgo: Renshi Moose, tell us about the AAU Karate VA State Championships and Nationals Qualifier taking place this weekend at Coastal Hampton Roads Sportsplex.

Renshi Moose: There are 3 main Categories of competition. First is KOBUDO (Weapons Forms), which are a pre-arranged set of movements and strikes using Okinawa Weapons/Farm Tools for Defense. Secondl is KATA (Empty Hand Forms), which are basically a set of moves put together in sequence for self-defense.

Third is KUMITE (Crossing Hands/Fighting) a 3 point match where a person’s skill at fighting is displayed. We will also have

Team Rotational Kumite (3 Person Team Vs. 3 Person Team). Rotational Kumite is high energy, and could be compared to Tag Team Wrestling.

We will also have GRAND Champion TItle Belts for the TOP athletes in Kobudo, Kata, and Kumite, and 2 for Kids as well.

Likewise, we give out the “Sensei Mike Eggleston Spirit Award’’ to the dojo with the most school spirit. There are many things going on, and it is fun for the whole family to watch.

We will have competitors from age 3-4 in our PeeWee Category all the way to 75+, and all in between. The two most athletic groups to watch are 18-34 Male and Female ADVANCED. These are the athletes that have the most training, and deliver the most impressive performances.

The tournament registration link is: https:// aaukarateva.redpodium.com/aau-karate-virginia-state-championship Y: Tell us about the Tzanos Adidas Gold Seminar taking place on Sunday February 20th.

RM: Sensei Tzanos’ Seminar will begin at either 9am or 10am on Sunday at my dojo.

Sensei George will be training the different competitors on how to be a dominant kumite fighter for competition. Sensei George will pass on training regiments, exercises, drills, and have them spar with one another to practice some of his personal skill sets. The Adidas Gold Seminar regis(COURTESY PHOTO)

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Barry Art Museum Explores ‘Uncanny Valley’ in New Exhibition on Automata

By Amber Kennedy

In 1978, robotics professor Masahiro Mori coined the term “uncanny valley” to describe the uneasy feeling humans have when they encounter increasingly humanlike robots. A new exhibition at the Barry Art Museum will delve deep into that valley, inviting viewers to engage with automata and robots to better understand what it is to be human.

“Motion/Emotion: Exploring Affect from Automata to Robots,” opening Feb. 10, draws inspiration from the museum’s collection of historical automata. Automata are kinetic sculptures that predate modern robotics. The collection includes 19th-century porcelain dolls that seemingly come to life.

The exhibition highlights how contemporary artists Elizabeth King and Joseph Morris continue the tradition of giving humanlike qualities to clearly nonhuman figures. The show will also display how Old Dominion University researchers and alumni are designing robots to tap into human emotion to train and comfort people.

“Using the organizing factor of humanoid robots has allowed us to assemble a comprehensive cross-section of contemporary artists and scientists who explore the myriad of ways that robots evoke emotion,” said Charlotte Potter Kasic, executive director of the Barry Art Museum. “We are delighted to have the opportunity to debut works researched, developed and fabricated

by ODU faculty and alumni for industrial applications staged alongside artistic interpretations.”

Artistic Interpretations In her Richmond studio, King creates sculptures that look like mannequins, but move like humans. With painstaking attention to detail, King uses stop-motion photography to animate her figures, each subtle gesture conveying both physical and emotional movement. She seeks to “blur the boundary between actual and virtual object,” according to her website.

By contrast, Morris makes sculptures he calls “emotive machines,” capturing human movement in objects with no resemblance to the human form. Morris uses technological processes to make materials - like plastic film, electronic and mechanical parts, software and spring steels - breathe, heaving with the same movement as a human chest.

In his artist’s statement, Morris writes, “Each piece is an experiment in empathy: a machine, or an object, or a sound trying to make you recognize something in yourself.”

Scientific Solutions Three robots in the exhibition built by ODU researchers and alumni use intuitive technology to address human challenges, from loneliness to bias to threat assessment.

The exhibition marks the public debut of “David’s Project,” a telehealth robot conceived by Tina Gustin, the co-director of ODU’s Center for Telehealth Innovation, Education and Research (C-TIER) and clinical manager for the Pediatric Telehealth program at Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters (CHKD).

Gustin met David Carey, a patient fighting acute lymphoblastic leukemia at CHKD, while offering pet therapy sessions with her dog, Dharma. She mentioned her work to Carey’s father, Michael, who suggested a robot could provide a way for hospitalized children in isolation to visit with other patients or engage in playroom activities without leaving their beds.

Gustin is collaborating with Yiannis Papelis, a research professor at the Virginia Modeling, Analysis and Simulation Center (VMASC), to build the first telehealth robot for children. The robot is named in

The exhibition includes the stop-animation work of artist Elizabeth King, who brought her sculptures to life in her 1991 piece,“What Happened.”

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memory of David, who died at the age of 13 in 2019. The team worked with students at the Governor’s School for the Arts to identify a kid-friendly design, constructing a prototype with the approximate height of an average 8-year-old child. The team hopes to begin testing the prototype at CHKD this year.

“I would like to think that if we built this robot correctly, both on functionality and appearance, you’ll forget it’s a robot,” Gustin said. “I want it to be an agent of the child, and I want them to feel independent and engaged with other children.”

Carey’s mother, Elizabeth, believes the project has limitless potential and could someday be used in schools or nursing homes. She envisions David’s Project could provide users a sense of control where they have none, and connection they sorely need. When David had rare opportunities to connect with friends or indulge in his love of cycling, she saw an immediate difference.

“It gave us our kid back,” she said. “It was a lifeline to the David we knew and loved.”

Robots Train Law Enforcement, Military Robots are also being used to mimic real-life scenarios faced by law enforcement. SimIS, Inc., an autonomous solutions company started by ODU alumni Johnny Garcia ‘11, has created an Autonomous De-escalation Robotic Trainer (ADRT) that will be on display in the exhibition. The ADRT uses humanlike robots to train law enforcement personnel how to

read dialogue, body language and physical movements with the goal of de-escalating tense or potentially dangerous encounters.

Robots are also being used to provide military with realistic moving targets for training. SimIS designed Human Type Targets (HTT) as mobile, trackless smart targets that can be deployed in a wide range of environments. The HTT system is semiautonomous, able to preprogram scenarios that capture instant feedback for trainees. The robots have 3D torsos mounted on wheels.

Robotics offer several advantages for training, including constant repetition, time and cost savings, data capture and playback.

“With the use of robotics, artificial intelligence and data science, law enforcement and military can create reusable environments to provide realistic training at a fraction of the cost,” Garcia said. “I am excited the Barry Art Museum is showcasing SimIS’s autonomous systems in the exhibit.

That reflects the importance of the multiple disciplines ODU provides to its students and industries to create environments that make the world a better place to live.”

“Motion/Emotion” was guest curated by Sara Woodbury, a doctoral candidate in American studies at The College of William & Mary. The exhibition is presented by The George and Grace Dragas Family Foundation and Dragas Companies with support from Susan and David Goode. The exhibition advisory committee includes Gustin; Khan Iftekharuddin, interim dean of the

“BABY SHARK LIVE!: 2022 SPLASH TOUR” MAKES SPECIAL STOP IN NORFOLK From Spectra

NORFOLK, Va. — Pinkfong and Round Room Live are proud to announce that Baby Shark Live!, the fully immersive concert experience, will continue to splash across North America beginning in February 2022. The hit show will make a stop at Chartway Arena in Norfolk, VA on Thursday, April 21st. Tickets go on sale Friday, February 18th at 10:00AM and can purchased at www.YnotTix.com, or at the Chartway Arena Box Office located at 4320 Hampton Blvd. Norfolk, Virginia 23508.

“We’re excited to start 2022 on a great note for families by bringing Baby Shark Live!: 2022 Splash Tour to stages all over the country,” says Stephen Shaw, tour producer and co-president of Round Room Live.

“We’re proud to continue to provide memorable, unique experiences that all family members can share in together while also upholding our priority to keep everyone safe by working with venue and health officials in every city.”

The inaugural tour of Baby Shark Live! launched in the Fall of 2019 and played to sellout crowds across the country with record breaking attendance in cities including New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. The show was a favorite of both celebrities and press, including The New York Times, New Yorker, LA Times, CNN, TODAY Show, Good Morning America and more.

The live show is based on Pinkfong’s

viral sensation, Baby Shark. With the iconic songs and dances, fans of all ages will delight as Baby Shark joins up with his friend Pinkfong to take an adventure into the sea, singing and dancing through new and classic songs including Five Little Monkeys, Wheels on the Bus, Jungle Boogie, Monkey Banana and of course, Baby Shark!

Baby Shark, Pinkfong’s global hit song about a family of sharks, has climbed the charts and connected with fans around the globe. After entering the Billboard Hot 100 at #32, the song had a 17-week streak in the Top 50 and became the only RIAA Diamond certified children’s single. The song became an anthem for the Washington Nationals during the 2019 season and persisted through their World Series win.

The Baby Shark Dance video has over 9.6 billion views, making it the most viewed video in the history of YouTube. Nickelodeon is now airing Baby Shark’s Big Show!, a preschool television series starring the mega-popular Baby Shark.

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, Baby Shark Live! tour producers and venue management teams continue to work diligently on localized plans to ensure the safety of all audience members, touring personnel, and venue staff. All guests ages 2 and older, regardless of vaccination status, will be required to wear a face mask that fully covers both the nose and mouth while inside Chartway Arena, except when eating or drinking.

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Batten College of Engineering and Technology; Peter Eudenbach, ODU art department; Petros Katsioloudis, Darden College of Education and Professional Studies; and Yvette Pearson, ODU Philosophy and Religious Studies.

FREE PUBLIC PROGRAMS: The Barry Art Museum offers free museum admission and free public programs, including a monthly lecture series, U-Nite after-hours events and exhibition opening receptions.

The monthly lecture series occurs on the first Thursday of each month. At 6 p.m. Feb. 3, the exhibition advisory board will lead a panel discussion regarding the curation, research and programmatic planning for “Motion/Emotion.” Register for this free Zoom event here.

From 5 to 8 p.m. Feb. 11 at the Barry Art Museum, the public is invited to the exhibition opening reception, with complimentary light refreshments and a cash bar.

Barry Art Museum members will receive a complimentary beverage ticket. RSVP is encouraged, but not required.

The monthly U-Nite series occurs on the second Friday of each month. At 5 p.m.

March 11, “U-Nite: Movement and Breath” will feature interactive demonstrations from movement and meditation specialists to encourage appreciation for the human form. This free event is open to the public and offers light refreshments and a cash bar.

For the full spring schedule, visit barryartmuseum.odu.edu/learn.

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tration link is: https://aaukarateva.redpodium.com/karate-gold-seminar Y: George, it is an honor to talk with you. Tell us why should people attend your seminar “Building Character, Teaching Karate”? What will they learn from it?

George Tzanos: I am very honored to be coming to Newport News, Virginia and sharing my knowledge with everyone. First, everyone who loves karate and martial arts should attend the tournament Saturday, they will enjoy it so much. Second, they should attend my seminar because not only will it be very enjoyable and a lot of fun for them, they will also learn a lot of new skills that I will show and teach them using my own unique style. Everytime I put on a seminar, the feedback that I get from those who attend warms my heart. They are really happy and that’s the most important thing for me.

Y: What is the format like, what will they see and learn from it?

GT: I demonstrate techniques, tactics and movements from my training and competitions by breaking them down step by step.

My goal is to apply what they will learn not only in karate but other sports and martial arts as well.

Y: What do you say to parents who are hesitant to put their child into karate to convince them to do it?

GT: I make sure the parents know that it’s about the kids. I consider all athletic sports important for kids but martial arts, especially karate, is very unique in what it teaches. Karate has a different philosophy about life that is hard to teach in schools. It teaches kids and all who take it, discipline, self knowledge and a balance of strong character.

Y: Tell us about yourself, where were you born and what motivated you to start learning Karate?

GT: I was born in Thessaloniki, the second capital of Greece. Because of my parents’ work, we moved to Athens when I was very young and so I grew up in Athens. My motivation for getting into karate was like most kids, watching martial arts movies. I saw my first martial arts movie when I was four years old and I knew then, that is what I wanted to do for the rest of my life. I remember that moment like it was yesterday.

Y: What were some of the movies or

stars that you watched?

GT: Bruce Lee, Jean Claude Van Dam, Jackie Chan, The Karate Kid, if it was a martial arts movie, I made sure to see it. I saw them all. We had a video club near us and I would go and rent 5-6 karate movies a week. Since I was a child, I was a fanatic about karate movies.

Y: Were your parents supportive of you pursuing karate?

GT: I wanted to learn karate, it was not my parents decision. Yes, they supported my decision. I was very energetic around the house so my mother finally took me to my first karate dojo because she felt it was the only solution to save the house. I was copying the moves and doing everything I saw in the movies inside the house.

Y: You just won your 22nd consecutive National Championship of Greece. Bravo, bravo. How old were you when you won your first one and can you talk about your experiences as national champion of Greece for so many years?

GT: I started training when I was five years old and by the age of seven I started to get my belts. At the age of 13, I won my first National Championship of Greece and I am still the undefeated champion of Greece.

Because you are allowed to fight in both the junior and senior divisions, there were times that I had two titles and was double champion of Greece in both divisions.

Each time, you start at the beginning like all the other athletes. Karate is not only for the strong, it is a competition that everyone can win using their wits and are knowledgeable of all the tactics to use. One needs to be clever, fast and strong all at once. It is a sport and in sports, everybody wins, and everybody loses. So in reality, it is a little hard to be undefeated because you can lose at any moment. All it takes is one second to lose your focus and you can lose everything. It really is very hard to be undefeated because you have new, young warriors who want to win just as badly as I want to keep it.

I am 33 years old and it is hard to keep up that kind of energy and to be the champion for so many years.

Y:With such longevity as champion of Greece, you also are competing against yourself because you want to remain the champion.

GT: Yes, we always compete with ourselves. We are our worst and most hardest opponent. And as for the National Championship of Greece, the truth is that

sometimes I think, ok, it’s time to stop while on top, rather then keep on going where something can happen and I wind up destroying this beautiful record. It can definitely be very stressful and I tell myself not to be afraid to lose, it happens to everybody and all records are meant to be broken. So I continue to stay positive.

Y: Given the nature of the sport, I would think that you have competed with injuries.

GT: Of course. All athletes have periods where they deal with injuries. I have had three different surgeries: in my hand, knee and my leg. I also believe that a lot of those injuries can be controlled by using the power of our mind and as long as you remain positive, you can come back stronger.

Y: You have competed all over the world, where are some of your favorite places to compete and why?

GT: I love Japan because karate originated there. It is one of my favorite places, but because I travel all over the world, competing and doing my seminars I get a lot of invitations to do my seminar because they like my style of teaching. I have been to America, Canada, Europe, Africa, Australia, Oceana. In America, I love New York, Miami and now I have the opportunity to see the beautiful Virginia. The most important thing is the friendships that develop with everyone all over the world.

That’s the most important and that’s what stays in my memories forever. Even though it’s been many years, I still communicate with a lot of people. It’s the most amazing feeling that I have and what I will miss when I finally stop.

Y: Except for the National Championship of Greece, what are some other top 3-5 championships that you won?

GT: I have four world titles. I was the 2019 Worlds Games Champion, and also took third place in the 2013 World Games.

So people know what we are talking about, World Games are like Olympic Games for non Olympic sports. They are organized every four years, one year after the normal Olympic Games, and they include all the sports not in the official Olympic program but are recognized by the Olympic Committee and are waiting their time to get into the Olympics. So it’s the top athletes, the top fighters, every four years.

I took second place in the Combat Games in 2010 in Beijing, China. They are like the Olympic Games for martial arts. I also have a very big European record. I have 10 indi-

vidual European Titles. I was first place European champion in 2011, 2012, 2014.

In 2007-2016 I was continuous champion with European medals and in 2021, in Croatia I won my 10th individual title and third place in the heavyweight karate category.

Y: What has been your favorite moment or two that you have experienced in Karate?

GT: Normally all of the experiences of winning for the first time and hearing the national anthem of Greece being played is hard to forget. All the fans send gifts and when you are champion for a little bit you feel like one of the ancient gods. Of course it’s not true, it is a game of the mind. The great ancient Greek philosophers Plato, Socrates, they said in their books, when you compete, winning and losing is like oxygen to the winner and to the loser a small death.

The person who lost felt like he let everyone down and that nobody cares about them.

So it is important to remain positive and remember all the great wins.

When I was younger, I used to think that winning was the most important thing.

Now my number one goal is to teach and help my students and others to make their dreams come true and become champions.

I have realized that true happiness is not when you win but when your loved ones win. Someone mentioned this idea to me and I was fortunate to experience seeing two of my five kids/students compete at the national and world level and win. It meant more to me than winning my own medals. I was so full of happiness for them, that it was one of my best memories ever. That’s when I realized that now is the time to share with everyone what I know and help to mold future champions.

Y: You have your own Karate school.

What is the name of it, how can people find out more info about your school?

The name is Tzanos Karate Academy and they can find out more info by going to www.tzanoskarate.com I am also on Facebook and Instagram as George Tzanos. I also want to say that I am really looking forward to those who can join us and I look forward to seeing all the people who are coming to the tournament and those doing my seminar in Newport News, Virginia. If you have any questions please reach out to all the links provided in this interview.

Yiorgo is an arts, entertainment and sports writer. A stage, TV and movie actor, he is also a sports entertainer, educator, motivational speaker, writer, storyteller and columnist.

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Food

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Made with Love

By Family Features

Planning a delicious, romantic date night doesn’t have to take you any further than your own kitchen. You don’t have to be an accomplished chef to set the table for romance, but you can take inspiration from simple, quality Italian dishes to celebrate the link between food and love.

As these recipes show, a romantic meal can be ready in minutes or, like a great love story, simmered to perfection. To plan the ultimate date night at home, start by choosing one of these dreamy main dishes made with mouthwatering sauces.

Flavorful sauces make a great Italian meal, but the sauce doesn’t need to be made from scratch (at least, not completely). For example, Bertolli d’Italia sauces are made in Italy for authentically delicious flavor. They are crafted with tomatoes vine-ripened under the Italian sun, finely aged Italian cheeses, fresh cream and Mediterranean olive oil. The result is a sauce that’s perfect for your datenight meal.

Once you select your main course, prepare a simple salad of greens with a drizzle of Italian vinaigrette or Caesar dressing. Pop a loaf of bakery-fresh Italian or focaccia bread into the oven to warm through and serve with butter or olive oil for dipping. If you’re so inclined, cap off the meal with a classic Italian dessert from your local bakery, like tiramisu, cannoli or a creamy panna cotta topped with fresh fruit.

Find more romantic dishes perfect for sharing at Bertolli.com.

Italian Sausage Spinach and Tomato Rigatoni Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Water ½ box rigatoni pasta 1 tablespoon olive oil ½ cup onions, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced ½ cup mushrooms, sliced 16 ounces sweet Italian sausage 1 jar Bertolli d’Italia Marinara Sauce 2 cups fresh baby spinach salt, to taste pepper, to taste Parmesan cheese, for garnish Bring large stockpot of water to boil. Boil rigatoni pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.

In saute pan over medium heat, add olive oil. Add onions, garlic and mushrooms. Saute until vegetables start to brown. Add Italian sausage and cook until done, breaking into small pieces. Add sauce and bring to low boil.

Add baby spinach. Cook until spinach is mostly wilted. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Add drained pasta to pan with sausage and sauce. Toss and divide between plates.

Garnish with Parmesan cheese.

Red Wine Braised Beef Short Rib Ragu Prep time: 25 minutes Cook time: 3 hours 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 pounds bone-in beef short ribs salt, to taste

ground black pepper, to taste 1 stalk celery, chopped 1 large carrot, peeled and finely diced 1 small onion, chopped 8 cloves garlic, finely chopped 4 tablespoons tomato paste 1 cup red wine 4 sprigs fresh rosemary 2 sprigs fresh sage leaves, chopped 8 sprigs fresh thyme 2 bay leaves 1 jar Bertolli d’Italia Marinara Sauce 2 cups beef bone broth water 24 ounces pappardelle pasta or preferred pasta freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish Heat oven to 350 F. In 5-quart Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season short ribs with salt and ground black pepper, to taste. Place one layer of short ribs in pot. Set remaining ribs aside.

Cook ribs 3-4 minutes per side until browned. Transfer to plate and set aside.

Repeat with remaining short ribs.

Add celery, carrots and onion to pot used to brown ribs. Stir and cook until vegetables are browned, about 15 minutes.

Add garlic and stir 1-2 minutes. Add tomato paste. Cook 2-3 minutes.

Carefully pour red wine into pot.

Stir and scrape any browned bits from bottom of pot. Cook 3-4 minutes until wine is almost completely absorbed into vegetables.

Add rosemary, sage, thyme and bay leaves to pot. Add sauce, bone broth and browned ribs. Cover pot and place in oven 2 ½-3 hours, or until ribs are fall-apart tender.

Remove pot from oven. Transfer ribs to plate or cutting board. Remove and discard herb stems and bay leaves. Remove bones from ribs then shred meat into bite-sized

pieces using two forks or tongs. Return shredded ribs to pot with ragu. Stir to combine.

Set aside.

Bring large stockpot of water to boil. Boil pappardelle pasta until al dente. Add drained pasta to pot with beef ragu and toss until combined.

Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Creamy Italian Garlic Chicken Pasta Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 large chicken breasts 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning salt, to taste pepper, to taste 4 cloves garlic, minced ¼ cup onions, chopped ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes, cut into strips 2 tablespoons capers, drained 6 fresh basil leaves, sliced 1 jar Bertolli d’Italia Creamy Rosa Sauce ½ cup heavy cream water ½ box Casarecce or preferred pasta parsley, for garnish Parmesan cheese, for garnish In saute pan over medium heat, add olive oil. Season chicken with Italian seasoning and salt and pepper to taste. Sear chicken breasts on both sides until browned. Remove from pan and set aside.

Add garlic and onions to hot pan. Cook until starting to brown. Add sun-dried tomatoes, capers and basil; stir. Add sauce and heavy cream; cook until mixture starts boiling.

Bring large stockpot of water to boil. Boil Casarecce pasta until al dente. Divide pasta between two plates. Place one chicken breast over pasta on each plate and top with additional sauce, parsley and Parmesan cheese.

1 tablespoon coconut oil 1 clove garlic, sliced ¼ cup red onion, diced 1cup pumpkin or butternut squash, diced 1 tablespoon lemongrass, finely chopped 1 ½tablespoons red curry paste ½ cup coconut milk 1 tablespoon fish sauce ¼ cup tomatoes 4 shrimp 1 lime, quartered 2-3 cilantro leaves, for garnish

Cut salmon into ½-inch cubes. Cook rice according to package instructions.

In large skillet, heat coconut oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic, onion and pumpkin or squash; saute 5 minutes, or until onions are translucent. Mix in lemongrass and curry paste. Cook 2-3 minutes, or until fragrant.

Add coconut milk, fish sauce and tomatoes; mix thoroughly. Add shrimp and salmon; cook until done.

Serve with rice and lime quarters. Sprinkle with cilantro.

Savor a New Way to Seafood

By Family Features Adding salmon to your weekly menu can take dinnertime from drab to delicious.

Combining it with bright, fresh veggies heightens the savory experience even more for a burst of seafood flavor.

Loaded with salmon and shrimp, this Salmon and Shrimp Coconut Curry is a perfect option for putting together a quick yet delicious meal.

Fast becoming a leading source of seafood worldwide, aquaculture is similar to typical agriculture but with fish, shellfish and seaweeds. Farmed seafood can be raised and harvested in either fresh or seawater, where natural conditions are recreated.

However, not all seafood you find in the grocery aisles is the same. Despite industry advances, aquaculture still faces challenges with fraud, mislabeling and questionable conditions. That’s why it’s important to look for responsible seafood products that are labeled by a trusted certification process.

For example, the Aquaculture Stewardship Council is a non-profit certification program that has created and enforced the world’s strictest and highest standards for seafood farming since 2010. Today, it is transforming the seafood industry with a new level of certification for farmed seafood. This “new way to seafood” includes: • Seafood that can be traced all the way from the farm to the store, ensuring the seafood you buy is what it claims to be • The strictest combination of requirements to protect the environment, workers

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and communities on the farms where seafood is raised • Improving farmed seafood quality and safety Visit NewWaytoSeafood.com to find more information about the certification process.

Salmon and Shrimp Coconut Curry Recipe courtesy of MOWI on behalf of the Aquaculture Stewardship Council Servings: 2 2 pieces of MOWI Pure portions salmon 1 cup wild rice

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Health

Signs and symptoms of a heart attack can differ between women and men. If you have any of these symptoms, call 911 quickly. (PHOTO BY: THE DEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY)

Women’s Heart Attacks Symptoms Can Differ from Men’s: Know the Signs

By Janet A. Aker

MHS Communications

When you are having a heart attack, minutes matter. Fast action can save lives.

Heart disease and heart attacks are the number one global killer of both men and women. But women often experience symptoms other than the classic crushing chest pain and left arm pain that typically afflict men having heart attacks.

For example, women are more likely to experience pain between the shoulder blades, abdominal pain, and nausea.

In some situations, a failure to identify the unique symptoms women experience can lead to delays in seeking treatment.

If you’re a woman, here are the most common heart attack symptoms: • Chest pain or discomfort. This is the most common symptom for both men and women, but some women may experience a sense of squeezing or fullness, and the pain can be anywhere in the chest, not just on the left side.

• Pain in the arm(s), back, neck, or jaw. This type of pain is more common in women than in men. The pain can be gradual or sudden, and it may increase or decrease before becoming intense.

• Stomach pain. This is a signal of a heart attack that is often mistaken for heartburn, indigestion or a stomach ulcer. Other times, women experience severe abdominal pressure. This is where it’s best to be on the safe

side and call 911.

• Shortness of breath, nausea, or lightheadedness. If you’re having trouble breathing for no apparent reason, you could be having a heart attack, especially if you’re also having one or more symptoms. More women than men experience this aspect of a heart attack.

• Cold sweat. This is another heart attack symptom more common in women having a heart attack. It may feel like stress-related sweating.

• Fatigue. Some women who have heart attacks feel extremely tired, even if they haven’t moved much. You may feel the tiredness in your chest.

How Long Can a Woman Have Symptoms Before a Heart Attack?

Many people expect a heart attack to come on suddenly. But research suggests that women experience symptoms for several weeks before a heart attack. Doctors say it’s important to encourage women to seek medical care when they have symptoms.

“Despite women have more symptomatic chest pain than men, they are less likely to have timely and appropriate care,” said Air Force Lt. Col. (Dr.) Travis Batts, medical director of cardiology at Wilford Hall, Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.

He pointed to the 2021 guidelines on chest painGuideline for the Evaluation and Diagnosis of Chest Pain report on the AHA

Journals Circulation website.

Also, keep in mind you can have heart problems — even a heart attack — without chest pain. That’s particularly common among women.

Call 911 — Quickly Call 911 immediately if you experience heart attack warning signs. Calling 911 is almost always the fastest way to get life-saving treatment and preserve your heart muscle and tissues.

An emergency medical services team can begin treatment when they arrive — up to an hour sooner than if you get to the hospital by car. EMS staff are also trained to revive someone whose heart has stopped.

Patients with chest pain who arrive by ambulance usually receive faster treatment at the hospital, too.

Should I Take Aspirin During a Heart Attack?

Medical advice on taking aspirin has changed over the years when it comes to treating an initial heart attack or preventing a subsequent heart attack.

Don’t do anything before calling 911.

Specifically, don’t take an aspirin then wait for it to relieve your pain. Aspirin alone won’t treat your heart attack.

The emergency operator can advise you whether to take aspirin and how much to take.

If the operator does not suggest aspirin, you may receive the drug in the ambulance or emergency department.

Heart Attacks Can Happen Even if You’re Young and in Good Shape Younger women are having more heart attacks, according to a National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute study in 2019.

Researchers were surprised to find that while the heart attack rate has decreased among older adults, it’s risen among those ages 35-54, especially women. The studyNational Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute study on Twenty Year Trends and Sex Differences in Young Adults Hospitalized With Acute Myocardial Infarction reviewed more than 28,000 hospitalizations for heart attacks in four cities.

One condition, spontaneous coronary artery dissection, or SCAD, causes a small percentage of heart attacks overall, but is responsible for 40% of heart attacks in women younger than age 50, according to 2020 researchReview on Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection on the American College of Cardiology website from the American College of Cardiology. The average SCAD patient is just 42 years old and is likely healthy and active.

The Bottom Line “As our approach to the diagnosis and management of chest pain syndromes continues to evolve, we must highlight the impact of racial and ethnic disparities on the evaluation of patients with chest pain,” Batts said. “There are disparities in chest pain management in diverse populations that lead to worse outcomes, increased heart attacks, and higher death rates.”

His bottom line recommendations? “For both women and men alike, the keys to improving your heart health are simple: Take all symptoms seriously, ask questions about your heart health, and get screened yearly for heart disease risk factors.”

Why Today’s ‘Gen Z’ is at Risk for Boot Camp Injuries

By Claudia Sanchez-Bustamante MHS Communications

For today’s generation of 18-to-25-yearolds, making it through recruit training and successfully transitioning from civilian life into the military is not easy.

Today’s recruits are coming from a far more sedentary lifestyle compared to previous generations, making their skeletons more prone to injuries because they’re not used to the kind of intense activity they will face at basic training.

“The “Nintendo Generation” soldier skeleton is not toughened by activity prior to arrival, so some of them break more easily,” said Army Maj. Jon-Marc Thibodeau, a clinical coordinator and chief of the medical readiness service line at Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri.

A few weeks of deliberate fitness preparation before shipping out to boot camp or basic training can greatly increase an incoming recruit’s chances of success by avoiding the most common injuries that can delay or derail a recruit’s completion of initial military training.

“We see injuries ranging from acute fractures and falls, to tears in the ACL, to muscle strains and stress fractures, with the overwhelming majority of injuries related to overuse,” said Army Capt. Lydia Blondin, assistant chief of physical therapy at the General Leonard Wood Army Community HospitalLeanard Wood Tricare website at Fort Leonard Wood.

These occur mostly in the lower extremities, she said. Statistically, females tend to have higher incidence of injury than their male counterparts, she added.

What can recruits do before getting to

Recruits perform a warm-up run during a physical training session inside Freedom Hall at Recruit Training Command. More than 35,000 recruits train annually at the Navy’s only boot camp. (U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY MASS COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST 2ND CLASS CAMILO FERNAN)

training?

To prepare for basic training, Thibodeau recommends new recruits ‘get off the couch,’ and Blondin recommends they train up.

Preparation can include: Start a training program with weight bearing exercises like running, walking, and some weight training.

Consider a “Couch-to-5K” running progression program online or something similar to help slowly build into the rigors

of basic training, especially if you’ve never played sports in high school, or if you’re older and haven’t been super active for a few years, since that makes you significantly more likely to sustain an injury at training.

Talk to your recruiter about any train-up opportunities.

Make sure you get in that sunshine and drink some milk regularly - Blondin said they commonly see low calcium and vitamin D levels, specifically with bone stress injuries

Watching your diet: In general, diet is a huge factor in bone and muscle heath and can significantly affect injury risk and recovery.

For more information to prepare for basic the training, check out this blogHPRC blog post from the Human Performance Resources by CHAMP — the Consortium for Health and Military Performance at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, in Bethesda, Maryland.

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