Courage to Care series

The Courage to Care series was first created and distributed in the summer of 2004. The primary aim is to address the health issues of the military family. For each topic, there is a companion sheet that is written for the primary care provider. The information is public domain - so please feel free to distribute and use.

Courage to Care, Courage to Talk. . . About War Injuries is a new initiative to help healthcare providers and families communicate more effectively about war injuries.

Addressing Alcohol Misuse Through Brief Screening and Counseling

Adherence: Addressing A Range of Patient Health Behaviors

Advancing the Health of the Family Left Behind

Alcohol and Your Health

Caring for Children During the Flu Season

Courage to Care for Me: Tips for Caring For Your Newborn and Yourself

Courage to Care, Courage to Talk...After War Injury

Depression in Primary Care: A Military Health Care Perspective

Health Literacy: Addressing Communication Barriers to Foster Self-Care and Family Care

Helping National Guard and Reserve Reenter the Workplace

How Can I Get Him To Seek Help (Patient)

Military Families on the Move: Tips for Keeping Your Family Healthy

Primary Care Strategies to Foster Male Health Care Seeking (Provider)

Psychological First Aid: Helping Victims in the Immediate Aftermath of Disaster

Public Health Emergencies: Role of Military Family

Public Health Emergencies: Implications for Military Families (Provider Sheet)

Reintegration Fact Sheet for Military Couples

Reintegration Fact Sheet for Providers

Reunion: Reuniting with Your Loved One: Helpful Advice for Families

Safety, Health and Preparedness: A 9 /11 Anniversary Message for Military Families

Staying the Course: Following Medical Recommendations for Health

Suicide Facts for Primary Care Providers

Suicide Facts: What Military Families Need to Know to Help Loved Ones Who May Be At Risk

Sustaining Healthcare Continuity for our Military Families

Trauamatic Brain Injury (TBI): Helping Service Members and Families In Need

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI): What Military Families Need to Know

What Military Families Should Know about Depression