April 10, 2012 Living with PTSD "I started to get really depressed and lacked the desire to do anything but sit around and play online to 'escape' the real world," he said. "I was having dreams of planes crashing, the smell of burnt flesh and rotting bodies. I still tried to push through this even as my sleep started to dwindle
April 6, 2012 MRI machine boosts Bagram patient care A magnetic resonance imaging machine approved and funded by the U.S. Congress was delivered to Craig Joint Theater Hospital at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, October 2011. The machine was placed at Bagram to assist in the rapid assessment of neurological injuries and to allow for research in the
April 6, 2012 Hospital performs high-tech heart procedure The Keesler Hospital's Catheterization Lab team has marked another milestone in patient care with a recent state-of-the-art procedure conducted on a Department of Veterans Affairs patient.Lt. Col. (Dr.) Steve Kindsvater, 81st Medical Operations Squadron chief of cardiovascular services, said the
April 6, 2012 Mobile Surgical Team builds relationships, hones skills one surgery at a time Performing surgery is never easy. Even in perfect circumstances, one thing gone wrong, can literally mean a life or death situation. The Mobile Surgical Team constantly trains for this reality, but also hones their skills for situations that the average team never faces.The MST, assigned to the
April 5, 2012 779th Medical Group host acupuncture training course for deploying physicians Twenty-two Air Force physicians learned another tool, acupuncture to add to their black bag while attending the Medical Acupuncture for Deploying Physicians course hosted at the Air Force Acupuncture Center, Malcolm Grow Medical Clinic, Joint Base Andrews, Md.Under the watchful eye of Air Force
April 5, 2012 Airman receives Bronze Star medal for heroism in combat Senior Airman Michael J. Malarsie was awarded the Bronze Star Medal with Valor for heroism on March 30, 2012 during a ceremony at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center.Maj. Gen. Byron Hepburn, commander, 59th Medical Wing, presented the award to Malarsie for his actions while deployed as a
April 5, 2012 DOD implements new changes to sexual assault response The Defense Department has refined new methods to aid sexual assault victims whether reporting a crime or seeking assistance as they transition from service, the director of the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office said here March 30."We have several new options for victims of sexual
April 4, 2012 Cervical cancer screening saves lives The American Cancer Society estimated that in 2010, 12,200 new cases of invasive cervical cancer were diagnosed in the United States and about 4,210 women died from cervical cancer. Although these statistics are devastating, cervical cancer is preventable.Cervical cancer was once recognized as one
April 4, 2012 Nutritious diet imperative to Airmen’s good health Like a car needs fuel, a person's body needs proper nutrition to replenish itself and function at peak performance.In today's Air Force, it's imperative that Airmen know the importance of nutrition and how it plays a dominant role in their life."It is imperative that one be well fueled to perform
April 4, 2012 Keesler nurses selected to prestigious programs Two Keesler nurses have been selected for prestigious programs.Col. Dwayne Wilhite, perioperative nursing master clinician with the 81st Surgical Operations Squadron, was named military perioperative nurse consultant to the Air Force surgeon general. First Lt. Bethany Casper, an 81st MSGS registered
April 3, 2012 Air Force Medical Service Says New Tools Help Activate Patients Today's top medical leaders are placing great emphasis on creating a culture of wellness and healthy lifestyles. A key to success is getting patients actively involved in their own health care. That's why military health professionals are using innovative tools to connect people with vital medical
April 3, 2012 Mobile Surgical Team builds relationships, hones skills one surgery at a time Performing surgery is never easy. Even in perfect circumstances, one thing gone wrong, can literally mean a life or death situation. The Mobile Surgical Team constantly trains for this reality, but also hones their skills for situations that the average team never faces.The MST, assigned to the
March 27, 2012 Flight docs keep pilots soaring In hospitals and health clinics around the country, doctors treat patients for everything from injuries to the common cold. To recognize their dedication and service 24/7, March 30 is "Doctor's Day" in the United States. At Holloman, one group of doctors sees patients for the same reasons, after
March 27, 2012 Virginia Guard Airmen complete humanitarian mission in Hawaii More than 40 members of the Virginia Air National Guard's 192nd Medical Group deployed to Kaua'i, Hawaii, from Feb. 27 to March 9 to participate in the first Tropic Care Innovative Readiness Training operation.The operation brought together nearly 300 National Guard, reserve, and active-duty assets
March 26, 2012 Medical team goes Lean to save Do you like long waits for medical appointments? I didn't think so. The 56th Medical Group doesn't like you waiting either, and they chose to do something about it.They decided to get "Lean."More than 40 students from a handful of Air Force bases attended the Lean For Healthcare course taught March
March 26, 2012 90 at 90: Emphasize the Exercise Physical fitness is more important than ever as the Air Force moves forward in restructuring. This requires our Airmen to be better, faster and stronger. Military members should look not only to keep up with the pace, but to exceed it, striving for excellence.Possibly the most strenuous part of the
March 26, 2012 Air Force Aid Society awards members of 48th Medical Group Members of the 48th Medical Group took home another award this year, this time for a humorous, yet educational video."Who's Watching!" a video created by Capt. Adam Weber, 48th MDG group practice manager, and Capt. Amanda Weber, 48th MDG systems and orderly room flight commander, won the 59 second
March 23, 2012 Medic builds mental toughness with MMA Airman 1st Class Armando Gonzalez, 81st Medical Operations Squadron, has been fighting since he was a child. Then, about three years ago, he become involved in mixed martial arts and boxing.The 20-year-old Airman, originally from Orlando, Fla., views the two sports as good forms of competition,
March 19, 2012 633rd Medical Group Airman win Air Force level awards Some may say the reward for good work is more work, but in some cases, recognition for exemplary work among your peers is rewarded.The 633rd Medical Group had two members receive Air Force Medical Services awards. 1st Lt. Candace Lucas and Senior Airman Stephanie Reyes, both from the 633rd Medical
March 15, 2012 Nominations accepted for Portraits in Courage Now through April 13, nominations will be accepted and reviewed for inclusion in Portraits in Courage, Vol. 7.The upcoming edition marks the latest in a six-year series of stories chronicling Airmen's honor, devotion and sacrifice in a time of war. The collection highlights Airmen who have