 USS Carney is the first of three ships to test the improved, flame-resistant variant coveralls. The trial period will be a deployment-length wear test to evaluate the quality, durability, comfort and appearance of the coveralls. Across the Navy, talented sailors, Marines and civilians create innovative solutions to our most complex problems. The SECNEV Innovation Awards Program gives commands and organizations the opportunity to nominate exceptional innovators. Deadline for nominations is October 31. For more information, visit SECNEV's Innovation page. National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is September 26. This gives sailors and families a place to dispose of medications to help prevent the misuse and abuse of prescription drugs. If you have expired, unused or unwanted prescription drugs, visit the DEA website to find a collection site near you. For these stories and more, visit navy.mil.