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Case Study: Oya As PPE
Addressing Feminine Health Challenges in the Air Force
The Air Force faces a critical issue regarding feminine health among military women. Statistics from the National Institute of Health (NIH) and the Air Force’s 14th Medical Group Aerospace Medicine Group reveal that female service members experience 30 times higher rates of yeast infections, urinary tract infections (UTIs), and other related conditions compared to civilian women and their male counterparts. Vigorous exercise, extreme temperatures, and prolonged periods in uniforms that were not designed for female physiology exacerbate these health challenges, leading to decreased readiness, diminished effectiveness, increased sick days, antibiotic usage, and higher healthcare costs.
The Unique Challenges of Female Aircrew
Female aircrew members are particularly susceptible to these health issues due to extended periods in flight suits that lack ventilation, moisture management, and bacteria reduction features. Maintaining hygiene during flights lasting between 1 and 24 hours is difficult. Interviews with female aircrew further reveal that many forego wearing required fire-retardant (FR) underwear and bras due to discomfort and chemical exposure concerns associated with most FR fabrics. This absence of tailored apparel options for female aircrew leads to distracted Airmen and compromised readiness, especially during critical missions. An aircrew member developing a UTI due to inadequate Air Force attire can be grounded for up to seven days, jeopardizing mission success.
Oya’s Solution: Enhancing Operational Readiness
The 60th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron (AES) embodies the mission "Always First," signifying its members are always first to the rescue. Oya’s solution puts the 60th AES first by enabling both men and women to be the first to the rescue when it comes to operational missions. By addressing female aircrew health concerns and developing comfortable, non-toxic FR underwear and bra options, Oya presents a significant opportunity to support their well-being, boost operational readiness, and enhance mission effectiveness.
Oya’s apparel has a solution that extends beyond female aircrew, reaching women throughout the Department of the Air Force (DAF) and the entire Department of Defense (DoD). According to an anonymous survey conducted by the 60th AES in November 2023, Oya's efforts could increase operational readiness by at least 30%.
Aligning with Air Force Operational Imperatives
Oya’s specialized apparel aligns with the Air Force’s operational imperatives by improving the health and operational effectiveness of female personnel. By fighting feminine health issues, Oya’s products support the Air Force's air superiority, intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance, rapid global strike capabilities, and overall command and control.
Conclusion
Oya Femtech Apparel is revolutionizing women’s military apparel with patented, tactical garments optimized for female physiology. By prioritizing ventilation, moisture absorption, and bacteria elimination, Oya provides unparalleled comfort and hygiene during physical activities. With their innovative solutions, Oya is helping to ensure that female Airmen are healthy, ready, and capable of performing their duties effectively, thus enhancing the overall mission success of the Air Force.
The Air Force faces a critical issue regarding feminine health among military women. Statistics from the National Institute of Health (NIH) and the Air Force’s 14th Medical Group Aerospace Medicine Group reveal that female service members experience 30 times higher rates of yeast infections, urinary tract infections (UTIs), and other related conditions compared to civilian women and their male counterparts. Vigorous exercise, extreme temperatures, and prolonged periods in uniforms that were not designed for female physiology exacerbate these health challenges, leading to decreased readiness, diminished effectiveness, increased sick days, antibiotic usage, and higher healthcare costs.
The Unique Challenges of Female Aircrew
Female aircrew members are particularly susceptible to these health issues due to extended periods in flight suits that lack ventilation, moisture management, and bacteria reduction features. Maintaining hygiene during flights lasting between 1 and 24 hours is difficult. Interviews with female aircrew further reveal that many forego wearing required fire-retardant (FR) underwear and bras due to discomfort and chemical exposure concerns associated with most FR fabrics. This absence of tailored apparel options for female aircrew leads to distracted Airmen and compromised readiness, especially during critical missions. An aircrew member developing a UTI due to inadequate Air Force attire can be grounded for up to seven days, jeopardizing mission success.
Oya’s Solution: Enhancing Operational Readiness
The 60th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron (AES) embodies the mission "Always First," signifying its members are always first to the rescue. Oya’s solution puts the 60th AES first by enabling both men and women to be the first to the rescue when it comes to operational missions. By addressing female aircrew health concerns and developing comfortable, non-toxic FR underwear and bra options, Oya presents a significant opportunity to support their well-being, boost operational readiness, and enhance mission effectiveness.
Oya’s apparel has a solution that extends beyond female aircrew, reaching women throughout the Department of the Air Force (DAF) and the entire Department of Defense (DoD). According to an anonymous survey conducted by the 60th AES in November 2023, Oya's efforts could increase operational readiness by at least 30%.
Aligning with Air Force Operational Imperatives
Oya’s specialized apparel aligns with the Air Force’s operational imperatives by improving the health and operational effectiveness of female personnel. By fighting feminine health issues, Oya’s products support the Air Force's air superiority, intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance, rapid global strike capabilities, and overall command and control.
Conclusion
Oya Femtech Apparel is revolutionizing women’s military apparel with patented, tactical garments optimized for female physiology. By prioritizing ventilation, moisture absorption, and bacteria elimination, Oya provides unparalleled comfort and hygiene during physical activities. With their innovative solutions, Oya is helping to ensure that female Airmen are healthy, ready, and capable of performing their duties effectively, thus enhancing the overall mission success of the Air Force.