Reoptimization for Great Power Competition

“I’m extremely proud of the Space Force and all the good it has accomplished. But, as good as we are, as much as we’ve done, as far as we’ve come, it’s not enough. We are not yet optimized for Great Power Competition.”

~ Chief of Space Operations
Gen. Chance Saltzman

The establishment of the U.S. Space Force was a direct response to threats arising from Great Power Competition in the space domain. Nevertheless, our legacy roots leave us sub-optimized for the security environment confronting us today, and we must finish fine-tuning the service to continue meeting its National Defense Strategy responsibilities

In early 2024, the Department of the Air Force unveiled sweeping plans for reshaping, refocusing, and reoptimizing the Air Force and Space Force to ensure continued supremacy in their respective domains while better posturing the services to deter and, if necessary, prevail in an era of Great Power Competition. Through a series of 24 DAF-wide key decisions, four core areas which demand the Department’s attention will be addressed: Develop People, Generate Readiness, Project Power and Develop Capabilities.

The space domain is no longer benign; it has rapidly become congested and contested.

We must enhance our capabilities, develop Guardians for modern warfare, prepare for the high intensity fight, and strengthen our power projection to thrive and win in this new era of Great Power Competition.

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My Military Health Virtual Platform convenience, effectiveness promoted at NMCSD

Naval Medical Center San Diego

April 16, 2025 | 0:18

SAN DIEGO (April 16, 2025) – The Defense Health Agency (DHA) is revolutionizing how military beneficiaries access and experience health care through My Military Health, a new patient-centered initiative that combines flexible in-person and virtual care options.

As such, Naval Medical Center San Diego (NMCSD) is eager to inform its beneficiaries of the convenience and effectiveness of such a secure form of communication.

Designed with both patients and providers in mind, My Military Health offers 24/7 access to a secure, digital platform where users can schedule virtual video appointments, interact with automated clinical support tools, and engage in self-help wellness programs—all from a computer, tablet, or smartphone.

The name reflects its mission: “My” emphasizes personal ownership of health and well-being, “Military” honors its unique role in national security, and “Health” underscores its focus on holistic patient care.

By investing in digital tools and reimagining workflows, the initiative not only expands access to care but also improves outcomes, enhances patient and provider experiences, and reduces administrative burdens on care teams.

My Military Health also supports workforce well-being by creating more balanced, efficient, and flexible care environments, allowing providers to focus more fully on patients who need complex or in-person support.

My Military Health enables NMCSD to deliver world-class, integrated health care that meets the needs of today’s active duty, military families and vast network of retirees.

The mission of NMCSD is to provide a superior experience for our patients, staff, and warfighters. NMCSD employs more than 5,000 active-duty military personnel, civilians, and contractors in southern California to deliver exceptional care afloat and ashore.