May 23, 2014 Risk management central to Critical Days of Summer The 2014 Critical Days of Summer, May 23 - Sept. 2, focuses on risk management for all summer activities -- on and off duty. This year's theme, "Risk: Double checks, not second thoughts," reminds Airmen to be responsible wingmen and to take care of themselves, their families, and their
May 23, 2014 Tyndall Airman conquers cancer Being resilient is something the Air Force strives for in every Airman, but when true resiliency is needed, some Airmen find it within themselves. Senior Airman George Lintala, 325th Logistic Readiness Squadron materiel management journeyman, was born and raised in Spain and joined the Air Force in
May 23, 2014 Running the globe for Parkinson's Imagine running through 44 countries in four weeks and four days. Now, imagine running it with Parkinson's disease. Parkinson's disease is a progressive disorder of the nervous system that affects your movement. It develops gradually, sometimes starting with a barely noticeable tremor in just one
May 21, 2014 Pope Airman sings with Kellie Pickler at Academy of Country Music's salute to troops Staff Sgt. Baily Zimmerman sang with recording artist Kellie Pickler April 7 during the taping of Academy of Country Music Presents: An All-Star Salute to the Troops. This opportunity for Zimmerman highlights her passion for country music during the recent heart-rending life challenges she
May 20, 2014 81st DS superintendent retires after 27 years Chief Master Sgt. Gregory Schmidt will be honored for more than 27 years of Air Force service during a retirement ceremony, 10 a.m., May 16, in Keesler Medical Center's Don Wylie Auditorium. Col. (Dr.) Chad Harris, 81st Dental Squadron, will officiate.The chief is the 81st DS superintendent. His
May 19, 2014 Air Force Nutrition Team Helps Keep Patients Healthy This is the daily routine the diet technicians at Bagram Air Field in Afghanistan complete to fulfill their mission of helping patients heal by providing nutritional care and food service.Every morning starts well before 5:30 a.m. The airmen open the doors to their small cafeteria to restock their
May 19, 2014 Moulage: Keeping it Real Sirens are silenced as security forces arrive to the scene of an active shooter scenario; victim's screaming fills the air as they lie wounded along the ground. This setting took place as part of the emergency response exercise during a Samurai Readiness Inspection May 15, at Yokota Air Base, Japan.
May 14, 2014 Vance med tech named outstanding professional at state executive board luncheon A Vance medical technician was named an outstanding professional at the 2014 Public Service Recognition Awards luncheon held May 5 in Norman, Oklahoma.Tech. Sgt. Amanda Lenamond was one of 73 nominees, from government agencies across Oklahoma, who competed for 16 awards.Lenamond's award, "Technical,
May 14, 2014 A journey remembered; Maj. Gen. (Dr.) Hepburn retires The commander of the Air Force's largest medical wing has spent more than four decades fulfilling two childhood loves: aviation and medicine.The melding of these two passions for the past 38 years on active duty reaches its conclusion Friday morning when Maj. Gen. (Dr.) Byron Hepburn, 59th Medical
May 13, 2014 Fitness: more than just a test The 633rd Force Support Squadron fitness center staff helps maintain fitness standards for U.S. Air Force Airmen and prepare them to meet expeditionary readiness requirements.The staff's goal is to motivate Airmen to participate in a physical conditioning program that emphasizes total fitness, to
May 13, 2014 AF doctor leads medical team in Belize Lt. Col. (Dr.) Steven Acevedo has enjoyed a variety of assignments in his Air Force career.For five years, he was a medical laboratory officer before going to medical school while in the Inactive Reserve. After that, he found himself as a pediatrics flight commander until he journeyed to Landstuhl
May 13, 2014 Mental health: Essential to comprehensive fitness As Airmen begin to return from more than a decade of combat in the Middle East, and cope with the perils of war, distinguishing mental health clinics as valuable resources rather than detrimental career-enders is paramount.Although it aims to promote overall mental fitness, negative reactions toward
May 8, 2014 AF Surgeon General civilian earns Spirit of Service award An Air Force Surgeon General employee was among 34 civilians selected to receive the prestigious 2014 Spirit of Service award for outstanding service to the Defense Department. The award annually honors Defense Department employees from the National Capital Region who demonstrate honor, integrity
May 6, 2014 Air Force Health Promotion aiming to build a culture of health Air Force Health Promotion will undergo significant changes over the next year. Many Airmen equate Health Promotion with the "HAWC" (Health and Wellness Center), but that's an outdated view, according to Colonel (Dr.) John Oh, Air Force Medical Support Agency Health Promotion Chief. "Health
May 6, 2014 Protect your baby with immunizations Kristin Bracey, Naval Health Clinic Charleston nurse, administers an oral vaccine to 6-month-old Gavin Wagner, son of Katlyn Wagner and Petty Officer 3rd Class Kenneth Wagner, a Nuclear Power Training Unit student. April 26 through May 3 was National Infant Immunization Week and the month of May is
May 6, 2014 Dental clinic keeps JB Charleston - Air Base smiling When it comes to dental health, the 628th Medical Group dental clinic has got you covered.Whether you're in for a routine cleaning or surgery, the dental clinic staff are prepared for whatever you throw at them."We have well trained general dentists here ready to provide what you need," said Capt.
May 5, 2014 McConnell medic earns Heroes of Military Medicine award A Team McConnell medic received the 2014 Heroes of Military Medicine award, May 1, in Washington, D.C., for his work advancing and impacting military medicine.Senior Master Sgt. David Smith, now a career advisor with the 22nd Force Support Squadron, provided medical care for more than 500 Joint
May 5, 2014 Nurse's and medical technician's week celebrated In observance of National Nurses Week 2014, Air Force Medical Service and the 66th Medical Squadron will observe Nurse and Medical Technician Appreciation Week scheduled May 5 through 9. The theme of this year's nurse's week is "Nurses and Technicians: Leading the Way."In recognition of this theme,
May 2, 2014 Cancer survivor leads Air Force survival school -- "I'm thankful that it was me and not my wife or kids," said Col. William "Bill" Thomas, on his diagnosis with throat cancer while studying at the Air War College in February 2011. According to the Mayo Clinic, throat cancer refers to cancerous tumors that develop in the throat, larynx or tonsils.
May 2, 2014 Wounded warrior finds new place in the AF family Faith and trust in what we cannot see.Those words are etched into his skin, right above a scar that, by itself, embodies the journey he has undertaken. The spider web of pink lines starts midway up the inside of his right arm and continues nearly to his wrist, following the path doctors took as they