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Rafael Peralta is the first Arleigh Burke-class destroyer constructed See story on page 16 at the General Dynamics-Bath Iron Works shipyard since the pro- gram was restarted in 2010. DDG 115 is the second restart ship to First Navy SEAL to become deliver to the Navy, following Future USS Rafael Navy Medicine delivery of future USS John Finn Peralta will offi- encourages Sailors, Marines to (DDG 113) from Huntington cially join the fleet admiral, former Oceanside Ingalls Industries in December protect their hearts mayor, dies at 93 2016. during a commis- The Navy accepted delivery sioning ceremony by MC3 Stephane Belcher Fitness enhancements Admiral Richard ‘Dick’ Lyon, of Rafael Peralta following a in San Diego later PORTSMOUTH, Va. - The and weight management USN, Ret. passed away on Feb. series of at-sea and pierside trials human heart pushes blood programs, like ShipShape, 3 at his home in Oceanside at the which demonstrated the ship’s this year packed with oxygen, hor- and a smoking cessation age of 93. Lyon was the first Navy operational readiness. mones, nutrients and cells program are some of the SEAL to earn the rank of admiral “Arleigh Burke-class destroy- throughout your body. ways Navy Medicine health and was a long time resident and ers continue to provide the most critical warfighting technologies Taking care of this vital care teams are helping Navy two-term mayor of Oceanside to our Sailors, equipping them with the capabilities they require to organ now will help ensure and Marine Corps families (1992 and 1996). meet our missions at sea,” said Capt. Casey Moton, DDG 51 class it remains healthy as long protect their hearts. Pre- program manager, Program Executive Office (PEO) Ships. “As the as possible. ventive health screenings Born in the summer of 1923, in 65th Arleigh Burke-class destroyer to join the fleet, Rafael Peralta Providers throughout - blood pressure, fasting Anaheim, Dick Lyon was destined will continue the proud legacy of this class.” Navy Medicine’s regions lipoprotein (cholesterol and to become an extraordinary water- Rafael Peralta is equipped with the Aegis Baseline 9 Combat Sys- of care are encouraging triglycerides), body weight, man. Initially, while only a junior tem, which includes an integrated air and missile defense (IAMD) Sailors, Marines, and their blood glucose - are available Retired Admiral Richard in high school, he became the #1 ‘Dick’ Lyon passed away capability incorporating Ballistic Missile Defense 5.0 Capability families to make healthier to determine early risks. nationally ranked swimmer in Upgrade and Naval Integrated Fire Control-Counter Air. The ship’s choices not only during Patients also have access on Feb. 3. He was the the 50- and 100-yard freestyle. In first Navy SEAL to be- IAMD radar will provide increased computing power and radar February’s Heart Health to nutritionists, dieticians, 1940, Dick made the US national upgrades which improve detection and reaction capabilities against Month, but throughout the fitness experts, and physical come admiral. US Navy Olympic team. Mentored by the file photo circa 1975. modern air warfare threats. The Aegis Combat System will enable year. see Heart Month, page 9 formidable Yale coach Bob Kip- the ship to link radars with other ships and aircraft to provide a “A healthy lifestyle goes a huth, it’s no surprise that Dick in his senior year. composite picture of the battle space and effectively increase the long way in preventing heart entered Yale in the fall of 1941. After graduating with honors in theater space. disease,” said Capt. Nicole 1944, Dick went on to Columbia The destroyer honors Sgt. Rafael Peralta, one of the most McIntyre, a Naval Medicine He enlisted in the Navy on Midshipman School in New York heralded Marines from 2004’s Battle of Fallujah. In November senior medical officer, “and October 9, 1942 while an engineer- City for three months. After the 2010, Peralta pulled a grenade tossed by insurgents towards Navy Medicine has innova- ing major at Yale, and entered the first month he was selected to himself and absorbed most of the blast with his body, thus sav- tive resources to keep the accelerated program, graduating take command of the entire regi- ing the lives of two fellow marines. He was mortally wounded Navy and Marine Corps after only two years and nine ment (2,400 midshipmen). Three from the grenade blast. Future USS Rafael Peralta will officially family heart healthy.” months. While taking a tough weeks before he was to graduate join the fleet during a commissioning ceremony in San Diego Navy Medicine’s health care course load, Dick never let up as a 90-day-wonder he saw a later this year. facilities offer patients a variety on his training in the pool. He notice “Wanted: Volunteers for As one of the Defense Department’s largest acquisition organiza- of programs, tools, and health capped off his swimming career Special Warfare Unit Involving tions, PEO Ships is responsible for executing the development and care experts to help patients by captaining Yale to the NCAA Demolition of Explosives. Must procurement of all destroyers, amphibious ships, special mission maintain heart health. Division 1 National Championship see Lyon, page 21 and support ships, and boats and craft. SAIL suicide prevention Navy decommissions program launches Navy-wide ‘The Big E’ WASHINGTON - The Navy’s 21st Century Sailor by MC2(SW) Kevin F. Johnson Office announced Feb. 6 that the suicide prevention NEWPORT NEWS, Va. - USS Enterprise (CVN 65) was program Sailor Assistance and Intercept for Life (SAIL) decommissioned in the ship’s hangar bay Feb. 3. is now available Navy-wide at all Fleet and Family Sup- The ceremony not only marked the end the ship’s nearly 55- port Center (FFSC) locations. year career, it also served as the very first decommissioning of a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier. SAIL, which was launched as for our Sailors who reach out for a pilot program last August in the assistance. Instilling hope is the Capt. Todd Beltz, commanding officer of Enterprise, ad- Pacific Northwest, is designed to hallmark of SAIL and we believe dressed the ship’s company, former commanding officers and provide rapid assistance, on-go- those Sailors who take advan- distinguished visitors and spoke of where the true spirit of “The ing risk assessment and support tage of this terrific program will Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Mark Bonner, vice presi- Big E” comes from. for Sailors who have exhibited see its benefit.” dent of the Pearl Harbor Coalition of Sailors Against suicide-related behavior. It is Destructive Decisions (CSADD) chapter, participates in “For all that Enterprise represents to this nation, it’s the aimed at supplementing exist- The Chief of Naval Person- a Suicide Prevention Month gate awareness event at people that bring this ship to life,” said Beltz. “So as I stand in ing mental health treatment by nel’s Suicide Prevention Branch Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. The event was held this ship that we all care so much about, I feel it’s appropriate providing continual support is partnering with the Navy’s to bring light to the Navy’s Everyday Sailor, Every Day to underscore the contributions of the thousands of Sailors and through the first 90 days after Bureau of Medicine (BUMED), campaign, “1 Small Act.” The campaign is designed individuals that kept this ship alive and made its reputation. We suicide-related behavior. CNIC, and SAIL case managers to encourage dialogue and provide early resources are ‘The Big E.’” who are serving as FFSC coun- to prevent suicide with simple, everyday actions that “We are excited that we are armedselors to run thisforces new program. can ultimately save lives using the Navy’s “ACT” (Ask Enterprise was the eighth naval vessel to carry the name. able to bring this important Care Treat) bystander intervention model. Navy pho- It was built by the Newport News Shipbuilding Co. and was program to the fleet ahead of SAIL is not designed to re- to by MC2 Class Johans Chavarro christened Sep. 24, 1960. The ship was put to sea in 1961 and schedule,” said Capt. Michael place clinical treatment for safely steamed more than 1 million nautical miles on nuclear Fisher, Director, Navy Suicideispatch any suicide related behavior. In turn an FFSC case manager, treatment, spiritual counseling, power over its entire career of more than 50 years. Prevention Branch. “Having However, upon receiving infor- whose responsibilityD will be personal wellness counseling, SAILD available across the Navy mation from commands about to reach out to the individual crisis intervention as well as Keynote speaker Rear Adm. Bruce Lindsey, commander, is a great addition to the ongo- a Sailor who has demonstrated Sailor to see if they would financial education.