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NS Guantanamo Bay Embraces New PFA Changes
MAC(Sel) Chris Vaughn participates in a mock Physical Readiness Test (PRT) on August 7 at Cooper Field on Naval Station (NS) Guantanamo Bay. The Navy recently released NAVADMIN 178/15 that implemented many changes to the current instruction. MCC Keith Bryska Gazette Editor
he Navy recently released several important changes T to the Physical Readiness Program. According to NAVADMIN 178/15 the changes are being
made because the current PFA model enforces maximum body fat percentages and minimum physical readiness scores, but falls short on evaluating a Sailors overall health, and does not adequately reflect the challenges unique to sea duty and the increasingly technical nature of our jobs. The intent of these changes is to strike a better balance between health and physical readiness. “The changes announced in NAVADMIN 178/15 have the potential to save some of the Navy’s top performers who have struggled meeting the current BCA measurement standards,” said Command Fitness Leader Chief Navy Diver Julius McManus. “These updates are a great opportunity to provide a more equitable assessment of those Sailors who have struggled to meet the former standards despite being in optimum physical condition.” Although most of the changes will go in to effect next
year there are some changes that Sailors need to know about right away. “A significant change that our Sailors should be aware of is the BCA measurement for Cycle 2 2015 will be recorded for monitoring purposes only. The BCA will be conducted using the current methodology and standards as outlined in OPNAVINST 6110.1J,” said McManus. “In the event that a Sailor fails the BCA for Cycle 2 2015 only it will not count as a Physical Fitness Assessment failure. Additionally, all Sailors who are medically cleared to participate will conduct a Physical Fitness Assessment regardless of BCA outcome.” According to McManus Naval Station Sailors already benefit from a strong Physical Training program that is designed to help them reach several goals to include weight loss, better run times and living a healthier life style. “At Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, we push and encourage a culture of physical fitness while also stressing the importance of a healthy life,” said McManus.
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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NEWEST CHIEF SELECTS ENC(Sel) Carlos Lopez CTIC(Sel) Sara Troup LSC(Sel) Alsner Brailsford MAC(Sel) Peter Sangenette HMC(Sel) Kim Schlosser MAC(Sel) Fabian Salazar SKC (Coast Guard) Anthony Lore MAC(Sel) Chris Vaughn BMC(Sel) Ricky Dusso VOL. 72 • NO. 32
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Chaplain’s
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If you’re single, READ THIS! LT Baron Miller
NS Guantanamo Bay Deputy Command
lright, I often write on marriage issues but this A week I have a shout-out to all the single folks. I hope to equip you with a nugget of wisdom so that
when you cross the threshold into marriage, you’re just a little more equipped than you were before reading this. So here it goes. Have you ever wondered what the person you’re dating will be like when you’re married? It’s easier to figure out than you think. Psychologist Dr. Steve Wilke says the best predictor of future behavior is past behavior. That means that if he plays video games till 2am when you’re dating, don’t expect him to change simply because he said “I do”. Similarly, if she has annoying habits now, while dating, don’t expect those to just go away because she said “Yes” to your marriage proposal. If your significant other is disrespectful to you now, uses swear words or harsh language when you argue, not valuing your parent’s role in your life, or pressuring you into
situations before you’re ready, then they’re probably going to continue that behavior once married. If they are flirty with other people while dating you, if they post half-naked selfies on social media, or act ‘secretive’ about other relationships they have—news flash—that won’t change. The relationship you have now should be growing in maturity and foundations of intimacy, not stalling out with immaturity and juvenile behavior. However, if your significant other is intentionally showing you love and respect now, while dating, you can expect that behavior to continue when married. This doesn’t mean that growing in love is easy, but it is simpler than you may think. By acting selfless, gracious, and compassionate now, you’re cultivating those characteristics as a ‘new-normal’ for when you’re married. As always, if you’re in need of some relationship counseling, just ask a Chaplain. We’re here to help.
SECNAV Announces New Maternity Leave Policy
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ecretary Ray Mabus triples maternity leave: 18 weeks for women in the Navy and Marine Corps. July 2, Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus announced that effective immediately, women who serve in the Navy and Marine Corps will have 18 weeks of maternity leave available to use during the first year of her child’s life. “In the Navy and the Marine Corps, we are continually looking for ways to recruit and retain the best people,” Mabus said. “We have incredibly talented women who want to serve, and they also want to be mothers and have the time to fulfill that important role the right way. We can do that for them. Meaningful maternity leave when it matters most is one of the best ways that we can support the women who serve our county. This flexibility is an investment in our people and our Services, and a safeguard against losing skilled service members.” Department of Defense Instruction 1327.06, Leave and Liberty Procedures for the Department, charges Secretaries of the Military Departments with publishing departmental guidance in accordance with the DoD instruction. Under the section that delegates to the Secretary the ability to designate the level of control for convalescent leave that exceeds 30 days, Secretary Mabus has directed that commanding officers grant additional convalescent leave up to 84 days beyond the currently authorized 42 days of convalescent leave following
the birth of a child. For families, increased time following the birth of her child has tangible benefits for the physical and psychological health of both mother and child. For the Navy and Marine Corps, there is the likelihood that women will return to and stay in her career, yielding higher readiness and retention for the services. “When the women in our Navy and Marine Corps answer the call to serve, they are making the difficult choice to be away from their children - sometimes for prolonged periods of time - so that they can do the demanding jobs that we ask them to do.” Mabus said. “With increased maternity leave, we can demonstrate the commitment of the Navy and Marine Corps to the women who are committed to serve.” The policy, which is effective immediately, will also apply retroactively to any woman who has been authorized convalescent leave following the birth of a child since Jan. 1, 2015. Under the new policy, commanding officers are required to grant to a woman up to a total of 18 weeks, using a combination of maternity leave and convalescent leave beyond 30 days. A mother does not need to take all of her leave at once; however, she is only entitled to the use of this type of leave within one year of her child’s birth. The Department of the Navy’s increase in maternity leave is the latest in a series of personnel initiatives announced by the Secretary of the Navy.
USNS Spearhead Makes Port Call at Guantanamo Bay MC2 Kegan E. Kay Photojournalist
Military Sealift Command’s joint high-speed vessel, USNS Spearhead (JHSV 1) arrived at Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba on Aug. 11 while participating in Southern Partnership Station-Joint High Speed Vessel 2015 (SPSJHSV 15), a U.S. Southern Command-sponsored deployment focusing on enhancing cooperative partnerships with regional maritime services and improving operational readiness for all participating services. “SPS-JHSV 15 is a humanitarian mission work in Honduras, Belize and Colombia,” said Senior Chief Information Systems Technician Michael Stoll. “The Navy, Marines and Seabees fix roads, buildings, plumbing and other projects that benefit the local communities.” In a recent article from the SPS-JHSV Public Affairs regarding the USNS Spearhead’s visit to NS Guantanamo Bay it elaborates on the mission stating, “During Spearhead’s most recent visits to Honduras and Belize, the joint-service crew and medical representatives provided training on preventative medicine, taught a Combat Life Saver course to partner nation counterparts and worked on small-scale construction projects. These subject matter expert exchanges increase partner nation capabilities and enhance interoperability for future engagements.” The ship’s port call at NS Guantanamo Bay allows an opportunity for the ship to replenish supplies and fuel while mid-deployment, which will enable them to return faster to the mission requirements of SPS-JHSV 15. In the same article from the SPS- JHSV Public Affairs, Capt. Douglas Casavant, master of the USNS Spearhead is quoted as saying, “By adapting the embarked forces and equipment onboard, we are able to support our forces in the best way possible. We continue to learn and refine our equipment and procedures so that we can be used in a greater capacity to support our forces.” SPS-JHSV 15 grants the U.S. and its partner nation forces
an opportunity to make use of the multinational area and enhance interoperability, resiliency and regulation. Deployments such as the Spearhead’s, highlights the commitment of the U.S. to its partnerships in Central and South American and the Caribbean. Sailors and civil service mariners attached to USNS Spearhead participated in a volunteer clean-up of NS Guantanamo Bay’s Cable Beach as well as taking advantage of the various amenities and activities provided by the installation’s Moral, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) during their port visit. “We were going to be here for a while and decided to give back, especially since MWR set up a bunch of stuff for us to do,” remarked Intelligence Specialist 2nd Class Sara Stiles. “We are here to enjoy the time and have fun,” agreed Stoll. USNS Spearhead’s crew were not the only ones to take advantage of the ship’s time in port, service members assigned to Naval Station Guantanamo Bay and the Joint Task Force jumped at the chance of the limited tours offered by the ship on Aug. 13. SPS-JHSV 15 Chief Staff Officer, Lt. Cmdr. Josh Perry, led the tour for service members, describing its capabilities, structure and various points of interest like the flight deck, medical bay, bridge and cargo hold. Army Spc. John Victor Arcedera, of the NS Guantanamo Bay Veterinarian Clinic, said that he wanted to go on the tour just to see a ship since it was built out of aluminum and for him the hour and half tour was a great experience to see how service members and civil service mariners work together. Service members completed the tour with memorabilia from the ship’s store and an intimate knowledge of the workings of the USNS Spearhead. To read the article from the SPS-JHSV Public Affairs please visit http://www.navy.mil/submit/display.asp?story_ id=90564.
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Command Fitness
Are You Eating Healthy?
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NDC Julius McManus NS Guantanamo Bay Command Fitness Leader
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ould your grilled chicken kabob at a summer barbeque taste as good without onions and peppers? Doesn’t bland cereal improve when you top it with bananas and blueberries? Eating fruits and vegetables is not only delicious, but also important for any healthy diet. In fact, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) encourages us to make half of our plate fruits and vegetables at every meal. The benefits of eating fruits and vegetables include disease prevention, weight loss, and workout recovery. When deciding which fruits and vegetables to choose, the best option is to “eat the rainbow” – different colored fruits and vegetables contain different vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients that boost various functions in the body. To make sure you are getting the maximum nutritional benefits out of your food, try to have at least three colors at every meal. Reference the infographic below to see how each color benefits your body. RED Key nutrients: Vitamin C, vitamin E, anthocyanin, carotenoid, lycopene, and terpene. Try: Cherry, cranberry, strawberry, red onion, and tomato. Supports heart health and improves blood flow. ORANGE Key nutrients: Vitamin A, vitamin C, magnesium, potassium, carotenoid, polyphenol, and terpene.
Try: Apricot, nectarine, cantaloupe, carrot, and papaya. Protects the skin and supports the respiratory, digestive, and immune systems. YELLOW Key nutrients: Vitamin A, vitamin C, and polyphenol. Try: Yellow pepper, squash, sweet corn, and pineapple. Optimizes brain function and maintains healthy skin. WHITE Key nutrients: Vitamin C, potassium, and sulfide. Try: Banana, garlic, ginger, mushroom, and onion. Enhances the recovery of the immune and lymph systems. GREEN Key nutrients: Vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E, vitamin K, folate, potassium, carotenoid, sulfide, and terpene. Try: Spinach, avocado, broccoli, leafy greens, and kiwi. Restores muscles and bones, and fights cancer. PURPLE Key nutrients: Vitamin A, vitamin C, iron, and polyphenol. Try: Blackberry, blueberry, plum, eggplant, grapes, and purple cabbage. Promotes circulation and fights life threatening diseases such as cancer and heart disease . For references, visit: http://www.med.navy.mil/ s i t e s / n m c p h c / h e a l t h - p ro m o t i o n / Pa g e s / E a t - t h e RainbowResourcesGhostPage.aspx
InterACT to Perform for NS Guantanamo Bay Kelly Wirfel NS Guantanamo Bay Public Affairs Officer
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he Department of Defense in coordination with Naval Station (NS) Guantanamo Bay’s Fleet and Family Support Center will be hosting interACT Troope, August 19-20. InterACT is a nationally renowned social justice performance troupe based out of California State University, Long Beach (CSULB). The troupe fosters a “proactive” audience where during their performances, audience members literally join the actor-educators on stage and attempt to prevent sexual assault and comfort survivors of domestic abuse. InterACT presents complicated, realistic scenes about domestic violence and sexual assault and allow audience members a safe space to rehearse assertive communication strategies and inspire social and political change. “This training is important because it provides practical tools to assist in situations warranting intervention. We often experience scenarios that make us uncomfortable, but do not have the skill set to say something or do something,” said Veronica Wruble, Fleet and Family Support Center’s Sexual Assault Response Coordinator.
“These trainings are offered to validate the “gut reaction” we often feel....and they are also engaging and fun!” Marc Rich, professor of communication studies at CSULB, founded the troupe in 2000 as a more effective method to teach people how to intervene safely and effectively in sexual assault prevention. Their interactive method fosters feedback back and forth between the audience and the speakers. “InterACT’s trainings are different from traditional SAPR presentations for many reasons - different facilitators, varying materials, audience participation, and use of humor to name a few,” said Wruble. “Because I understand it can be tedious to receive the same information from the same personnel, I would encourage everyone to attend and hear the message from a different source.” The upcoming training will take place at the Windjammer Ballroom on August 19 at 0700, 1000 and 1400 and then August 20 at 1900 and is open to all service members and civilians. For more information about the training call 4227.
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YARD SALES Garage Sale Caribbean Circle 41D on Sat., Aug. 15 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Large Variety of items.
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HONDA/ACURA Honda is planning to visit Guantanamo Bay to complete ANY RECALL REPAIR to which your Honda or Acura
vehicle may be subject. To check if your vehicle requires a repair, go to: recalls.honda.com or recalls.acura.com. If you vehicle does require repairs or you have questions please contact American Honda by e-mail at csc@ahm.honda.com or call 1-800-999-1009. They need to hear from you by Aug. 15 so that arrangements and repair appoints can be made. SURVEY The Naval Inspector General requests your asistance in comopleteing the following command inspection survey regarding job satisfaction, command climate, health and safety, and quality of life. Your responses are anonymous and kept strictly confidential. The survey takes approximately 30 minutes to complete and available online until Aug. 28. To take the survey please visit: http://www. secnavy.navy.mil/ig/Pages/gtmoareavisit.aspx NAVY BALL COMMITTEE Navy Ball Committee would like to invite everyone to their 3 Point Shootout on Sat., Aug 29 starting
at 3 p.m. at Denich Gym. It is $20 to sign up and pay by Aug. 28 or pay $25 on the day of the contest. All contestants must show up 30 minutes prior to start. There will be 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place plaques. 1 minute per shooter, 3 rounds with top shooters moving on to the next round. Shoot around the key or stationary. $5 buy in for Half Court Shot (people with tickets shoot free). Winner will receive $100 Visa gift card. For more info contact CS2 Ingram or CS2 Wingfield at 2231.
DOWNTOWN LYCEUM
FRIDAY 8 p.m.:
Aug 14
Mission Impossible: Rogue Nation PG13
10:15 p.m.:
Self/Less PG13
SATURDAY Aug 15 Fantastic Four 8 p.m.: PG13
10 p.m.:
CPO SELECT CAR WASH The Chief Selectess are hosting SUNDAY a car wash and cook-out on Saturday, Aug. 15 from 10 a.m. 8 p.m.: to 2 p.m. at the Downtown Lyceum. Your support and donations will be greatly MONDAY appreciated.
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Minions
Naval Hospital: Lauren LaBoy Usnh.gtmo.ombudsman@gmail.com Home: 75877
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Pixels
Aug 17
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VOTING Did you know you can vote even while overseas? For more TUESDAY infomation on absentee voting, 8 p.m.: Vacation R visit FVAP.gov or contact the NAVSTA Voting Assistance Officer, Lt. Jeff Campbell at WEDNESDAY 4388 or 6120.
OMBUDSMAN CONTACT INFORMATION: NAVFAC: NAVSTA: Brittany Roley Laura McManus gtmopwdombudsman@gmail.com ombudsmangtmo@gmail.com Home: 78096 Cell: 84792 Home: 77182 Brittany Morrell nsgtmoombudsman@gmail.com Cell: 55268 Home: 77129
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NS Guantanamo Bay Public Health Review Update BUMED Public Affairs
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his week public health professionals from the Navy and Marine Corps Public Health Center completed their preliminary assessment as part of a public health review. While a complete and final report is not yet finished, initial findings indicated that the buildings at the Office of Military Commissions (OMC) at Guantanamo Bay are habitable for occupancy. The review is being conducted to address allegations that military and civilian personnel who worked at the OMC were likely exposed to carcinogens. The public health team used protocols set by the Center for Disease Control (CDC) which
include a review of historical documentation, medical records and industrial hygiene and habitability assessments. The public health team will continue to compile their report and present their final assessments and recommendations by the end of the month to Navy leadership. Following a thorough review of the public health team’s report, leadership will determine any additional steps that may be necessary. For updates on the public health review, visit http://www.cnic.navy.mil/regions/ cnrse/installations/ns_guantanamo_bay. html.
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