Health and Nutrition

HEALTH & NUTRITION

Keeping its people healthy and fit over the long term is key to accomplishing the Air Force mission. The Health Promotion programs encourage Airmen and their families to follow healthy lifestyles and avoid harmful behaviors by providing the information and skills necessary to do so. Health Promotion enables individuals to lead healthy lives, units to become exemplary healthy workplaces, and military and civilian personnel to execute their missions productively.


The following links will provide you with a host of information to help you:



Public Health. The Department of Veterans Affairs provides resources to help you quit smoking or educate you on vaccines and immunizations. 

Nutrition. Learn about the benefits of good nutrition. You'll find resources about supplemental programs and how to read food labels. 

Sports, Fitness & Nutrition. The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services offers a ton of resources in keeping with the President's Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition.

Health.gov. The Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion offers education on health literacy and how to increase your physical activity.

Women's Health. The Office on Women's Health offers advice on a range of topics specifically geared towards women. 

Medicare.gov. This is the official site for all topics concerning Medicare. 

Health Finder. A great resources for finding medical treatment facilities in your area.