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  • Dentists explain use of fluoride

    In today's world of sugary, sticky foods and drinks, regular exposure to fluoride is more important than ever. Fluoride helps strengthen teeth and prevents the formation of cavities.Fluoride is obtained from many different sources. It exists naturally in water sources and is formed from fluorine,

  • PGA pros get wounded warriors back on par through golf program

    When wounded U.S. Service members redeploy from combat zones, they are met with a multitide of physical therapy, counseling, and rehabilitation measures aimed at getting them back on their feet and in the fight. Of all the methods to help get wounded warriors feeling like themselves again, few would

  • 319th MDG looking to improve Airmen’s Vision

    Having better eyesight without corrective lenses is easier than most Airmen might think.The 319th Medical Group regularly hosts a Corneal Refractive Surgery Program briefing at the Christopher Conference Room inside the Grand Forks AFB Medical Treatment Facility. "The point of this briefing is to

  • 'An ounce of prevention...': Risks and Warnings

    Before intervention. Before support. Even before treatment ... there is prevention.The Air Force is committed to providing the best possible support, treatment and intervention resources for Airmen who have had their lives impacted by the loss of a fellow wingman or co-worker due to suicide.

  • JBER hospital, 673d Medical Group host ‘Girl’s Night Out’

    Mary Poppins once said "a spoonful of sugar makes the medicine go down."Snacks, gift bags, manicures, and spending time with other women can make women's health appointments less stressful.The 673d Medical Group and the JBER hospital hosted a "Girl's Night Out" Tuesday, with only female technicians

  • AFLINK mobile app keeps people connected to everything Air Force

    Staying connected and keeping up with the latest news and information has never been easier for America's Airmen. On the Air Force's 65th birthday, Sept. 18, officials announced that the service has released a mobile application designed to keep Airmen, families, retirees, recruits and the public

  • The importance of making an appointment

    Often when an appointment is scheduled, no one intends to miss it; but when it does happen, no one thinks they have done any harm.Some might even say, "Maybe I left a spot open for someone else," and then casually brush off the incident.However, for places that operate by appointment, such as the

  • New DOD Safe Helpline Mobile App now available

    The Department of Defense announced its new DOD Safe Helpline Mobile Application. With this new app, service members transitioning to civilian life will have access to critical resources that assist in managing the short- and long-term effects of sexual assault. This new app is the latest in a

  • Dental transition could cost you

    Recent changes in the TRICARE Dental Program (TDP) have left some military families paying out of pocket. Many local dentists are not part of the new contractor's network, and though they may still "accept TRICARE," they will require a patient to pay beyond normal cost shares. This may result in

  • SecAF: Caring for Airmen top priority

    Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley used his keynote speech at the 2012 Air Force Association Air and Space Conference and Technology Exposition here Sept. 17 to discuss the importance of caring for Airmen."Whatever the intensity of our nation's demands, in war or in peace, we have an abiding

  • Air Force leaders share birthday message

    Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James Roy issued the following message to the Airmen of the United States Air Force:"As we celebrate the United States Air Force's 65th birthday, we salute all of the

  • ‘On house’ medical services not really free

    How many times have you heard that those in the military receive "free" medical care? Well, it is free isn't it? Not even close. In fact, every aspect of a person's medical care has a cost. Each year the Defense Department spends more than $50 billion for medical care, and every year that cost

  • Parents key to reducing childhood obesity

    Childhood obesity should be everybody's concern. Why? Obesity leads to chronic health problems such as high cholesterol, diabetes, joint conditions, sleep apnea, stroke and premature puberty. The emotional struggles include bullying, depression, eating disorders and substance abuse. Finally, there

  • Here's looking at you

    Which looks better? One, or Two.This is a question asked to many of the patients who visit the Ramstein Optometry Clinic."We see an average of 50 patients a day," said Lt. Col. Judy Rattan Optometry flight commander. "Everyone from five years old and up can be seen by one of our four doctors any

  • Surgical technicians' backstage work recognized

    Imagine opening night: the tickets are sold and the seats are filled. Curtains open and the actors take their cue to take to the stage. The play begins and ends, and the crowd en masse rises in a standing ovation.A spotlight shines on the center stage as the actor basks in the applause. The play was

  • Keesler first in AETC to use new prescription system

    The 81st Medical Group pharmacy is the first in the Air Education and Training Command to install and the first large Air Force pharmacy to fully-utilize a new automatic prescription storage system.Lt. Col. Winnie Lok-Park, 81st Diagnostics and Therapeutics Squadron Pharmacy Flight commander,