Joining the Medical Reserve Corps could not be easier! If you have Internet access, log onto www.fairfaxmrc.org, click on New User and the system will lead you through the registration process. If you would prefer, contact the Medical Reserve Corps office by phone at 703-246-2433, TTY 703-591-6435, and staff will assist you.

The Pierce County Medical Reserve Corps is a local voluntary organization addressing community health and medical needs. MRC Volunteers will be asked to supplement existing health care infrastructure in an emergency, staff alternate care or medication dispensing sites, or assist with a variety of other health-related activities.

One key way in which we would use the Medical Reserve Corps would be in the event of a smallpox outbreak. Smallpox Vaccination clinics (also known as "Points of Distribution," or POD's) would be based at sites all around Nassau County. We would need the suitable staff to set up and work in these POD's in an appropriate role that uses their existing skills.

In addition, volunteer interpreters, chaplains, amateur radio operators, logistics experts, legal advisors, and others may fill key support positions. Most MRC response and recovery assignments are secured through local and state channels. However, opportunities for MRC volunteers to assist outside their local jurisdiction do arise. During the 2004 hurricane season, MRC volunteers were asked to support the American Red Cross (ARC) response activities in Florida.

Not necessarily. We have a need for medical volunteers to perform specific medical functions. But non-medical volunteers can fulfill other important needs such as: translation assistance, computer assistance, clerical support, health education, stocking medical supplies, managing clinic flow, public information contact, supporting medical programs, logistics during an emergency, etc. Everyone's skills are valued and needed, even without a medical background.

Yes in general, you will want to talk with your tax advisor for your specific tax issues. Volunteers in the United States may receive tax deductions from the federal government on many costs associated with volunteering, such as mileage and other travel expenses, parking, uniforms if the volunteer purchases his/her own, etc. These deductions apply only if you are not getting reimbursed for these expenses, and you are itemizing on your tax form (not using the 1040EZ form).

New members will be able to apply for 2006 teams starting in January. Eligibility will greatly depend on participation in challenges and community events online.

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No. We feel that everyone should have a MedsFile.com account! Regardless of how many medications you take, your MedsFile.com account could save your life. In the event of a medical emergency, emergency personnel can use your personal MedsFile.com identification card to log onto your MedsFile.com account. They will see your list of medications, your allergies, and your emergency contacts. Even if you don't take any medications, your list of emergency contacts will aid medical personnel.

Kids should only do what they feel comfortable doing and have time for. You are welcome to participate in any Foundation or Kid Corps events or activities, as long as it is OK with your parents and doesn't interfere with your schoolwork.

For original appointments, a commissioned officer candidate must be able to complete 20 years of active commissioned service before his 62nd birthday.

A commissioned officer of NOAA may not be a member of another uniformed service. Retiring from any of the other six uniform services makes an applicant ineligible for appointment. Inquiries and comments about NOAA Corps Recruiting should be directed to: NOAACorps.Recruiting@noaa.gov.

The Aggie Band is a special unit in Corps of Cadets, and ROTC Military Organization. In addition to the requirements of Aggie Band drill, cadets of the Aggie Band must also fulfill their Corps obligations. This includes physical training, attending drill & ceremony classes, morning & evening formations, wearing a uniform to class, as well as promoting/participating in the traditions of Texas A&M University.

While there will be some advanced concepts (some concepts are rarely taught outside production companies), you don’t need to have previous graphics experience to participate in the Pixel Corps. Many of the training and challenges will be accessible to even beginning users. You will also have a community of artists to ask if you get stuck and ongoing training to ramp you up quickly.

No. There is no need for a medical. However, you will not be covered for any illness or condition that existed prior to the start of your membership if you were aware of its existence, or if you should have been aware of it.

Yes. Selected qualified veterans from other services, if enlisting within four years of discharge, can join the Navy Reserve in the same pay grade as when discharged. If they join within four to six years, they will enter one pay grade less than when discharged; within six to eight years, two pay grades less than when discharged. Same applies for officers.

Answer: - We appreciate the interest of our friends around the world, but the answer is no-- only U.S. citizens may join Peace Corps. You may wish to learn about other volunteer organizations. Answer: - Persons who have been employed by an intelligence agency, or otherwise have been associated with intelligence activities, are ineligible to serve as volunteers.