June 3, 2013 "Healing Peru" - Lajes doctor, Airmen trek to Peru to aid indigenous people Many people only dream of opportunities to participate in humanitarian projects assisting indigenous people in faraway lands.On May 31, 15 Airmen and civilian medical professionals will live out that dream by traveling to the rural highlands of the Andes Mountains in Peru to participate in a medical
June 3, 2013 Yokota hosts the Healthy Base Initiative Yokota Air Base is one of two Air Force bases and one of 13 Defense Department installations to pilot the Healthy Base Initiative recently launched by the Office of the Secretary of Defense and the Office of Military Community and Family Policy. The Healthy Base Initiative--operating under the
June 3, 2013 Wright-Patt Airmen group confronts sexual assault within Air Force Leading a new charge to confront serious issues facing military members throughout the Air Force is a group of Airmen with the Air Force Junior Support, an organization recently formed here. AFJS was founded by a group of enlisted Airmen to address important issues such as substance use and abuse,
June 3, 2013 Flying medics provide humanitarian relief It had all the appearances of being a routine 'bandage' mission for the 455th Expeditionary Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron as it landed at Camp Bastion May 27.A regular part of the missions flown by the 455th EAES, 'bandage' missions transport servicemembers to facilities that can provide treatment
May 31, 2013 Officials reaffirm DOD's commitment to fighting sexual assault At an open house marking the Defense Department's launch of a new peer-support service for sexual assault victims, senior Pentagon officials today reaffirmed the department's commitment to eradicating sexual assault in the military.The Defense Department has joined with a private organization to
May 31, 2013 Eat right and fat will take flight Editor's note: This is part two of a two-part series about the 509th Medical Operations Squadron Health and Wellness Center and their highlighting of National Physical Fitness and Sports Month.)Changing bad eating habits can lead to overall better health, but, for some, getting to the heart of the
May 31, 2013 Stone cold sober How often do you think about the real choices you have when it comes to alcohol? It's much more than just "should I or shouldn't I drink?" Choosing to use or not to use alcohol is a personal choice for which each Airman is responsible. At any age, we are responsible for the consequences of our
May 31, 2013 Stethoscopes, Scalpels, Scanners its Medical Logistics Airman 1st Class Jordan Williams, 2nd Medical Support Squadron Medical Logistics, inspects a first-aid kit on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., May 21, 2013. Medical Logistics Airmen inspect the kits to ensure its contents are not outdated and that all the supplies are there. Once checked, the first
May 31, 2013 Medic selected for OTS After Air Force officials announced the Officer Training School selection board results, one member of Team XL's professional life drastically changed.Staff Sgt. Lara Ashley, 47th Medical Operations Squadron NCO in charge of public health, was selected to become an acquisitions officer."I have
May 31, 2013 AF widow speaks to Airmen about resiliency Lt. Col. Paul Griffin, 336th Training Squadron commander, held a resiliency and wingmanship presentation for technical training students May 24.Special guest Linda Ambard, widow of an Air Force officer, spoke to the students on the importance of resiliency and support in the military community."What
May 31, 2013 New Wilford Hall Phase 1, near completion With phase one more than 95 percent complete, the future Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center has started to take shape. "Overall the construction of the new WHASC is progressing well," said Maj. Patrick Ryan, senior health facility division officer for the Air Force Medical Support Agency. "The
May 31, 2013 Blood, sweat, tears and brocolli As she walks through the door, a smile emerges on her face as she hears the sound of the clinking iron and sees the familiar faces of those who give it everything they have under the bar. Her dark brown hair, twinkle in her eyes and peppy walk, seem to change the atmosphere when she enters the gym.
May 31, 2013 Medics amputate fear at base school As part of the base primary school's second annual science fair, the 366th Medical Group made its presence known to local youth by holding an interactive ambulance and simulator demonstration May 9.With an aim to inspire the children as well as familiarize them with some of the more intimidating
May 31, 2013 JBLE Veterinary Treatment Facilities: A four-legged mission For many military members, not all of their family members stand on two feet. For some, four-legged, furry animals are extremely important members of their family, and taking care of them is a top priority.Luckily for those Service members, Veterinary Treatment Facilities at Langley Air Force Base
May 31, 2013 Rescue Group Airmen pull hiker from Arizona mountain range Airmen from the 943rd Rescue Group here set out in a HH-60G Pave Hawk for a training mission May 22, when they were notified that a hiker was unconscious from a fall and needed help . The aircrew flew back to base, offloaded their weapons, fueled up, and picked up a Guardian Angel team, special
May 29, 2013 Pediatric clinic awarded for outstanding service The 4th Medical Operations Squadron Pediatric clinic was presented with the "Outstanding Service Award" from the Autism Society of North Carolina, Wayne County Chapter, April 18, 2013.The pediatric clinic was presented this award in recognition of the medical care provided to children with autism
May 29, 2013 The foundation of resiliency Resilience has been a buzz word for the Air Force for quite some time, but what exactly does it mean?"Resiliency is having the ability to withstand, recover and grow in the face of stressors and changing demands," said (Ch.) Maj. Richard Crozier, 4th Fighter Wing deputy chaplain. "Resiliency is
May 29, 2013 All in a day’s work for combat medics Imagine holding your brother's or sister's life in your hands, as you crouch over them, ignoring their screams of anguish and bloodied, mangled limbs. You try to let your training kick in while seeing their entire existence slowly fade away. Now imagine you are doing all this in the midst of utter
May 29, 2013 Deployed medical experts learn skills to identify sexual assault From across Afghanistan, 22 U.S. Air Force, Army and Navy medical professionals gathered here for the Sexual Assault Forensic Examinations training.Collecting forensic evidence from patients reporting sexual assault is essential. It can be used to identify an assailant, recent sexual contact and
May 28, 2013 JBA replaces aging medical facility Beginning in May 2013 and spanning over the course of several years, the 79th Medical Wing will be replacing its current medical facility at Joint Base Andrews. The new 345,000-square foot facility will enhance the 79th Medical Wing's ability to provide world-class medical services to the nation's