What is the primary focus of Force Health Protection (FHP)?

The primary focus of Force Health Protection (FHP) is to promote the physical and mental well-being of service members. This encompasses a wide range of activities and programs aimed at preventing illnesses and injuries, safeguarding health, and enhancing the overall quality of life for military personnel. FHP addresses the health needs of service members before, during, and after deployment, ensuring they are fit for duty and capable of performing their missions effectively.

By emphasizing health promotion and prevention strategies, the FHP serves to maintain a ready and resilient force, capable of meeting operational demands. This holistic approach not only includes medical readiness and access to healthcare but also incorporates factors that affect mental resilience and emotional well-being, which are crucial in high-stress environments.

While enhancing tactical capabilities, ensuring logistical support, and developing offensive strategies are important elements of military operations, they do not primarily revolve around the health and well-being of personnel, which is the core mission of Force Health Protection.