Dec. 12, 2012 Preventive Dentistry Essential Worldwide As Americans, we often take for granted the simple luxuries we are fortunate to have not readily available around the world. Our country affords us access to clean running water and bathrooms inside our homes. Imagine for a second not having clean water or running water in the comfort of your own
Dec. 11, 2012 Airmen reminded to get TDAP According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, as of Nov. 17, 2012, more than 36,000 cases of pertussis and 16 pertussis-related deaths were reported this year. The Department of the Air Force mandated all personnel to receive the tetanus toxoid, reduced diphtheria toxoid and acellular
Nov. 30, 2012 The benefits of fluoridated water For decades, fluoride has been added to public drinking water in an effort to reduce cavities. In fact, the addition of fluoride to public drinking water was named one of the top ten most significant public health advancements of the 20th Century by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Nov. 21, 2012 Dover AFB Clinic awarded world-class safety title The 436th Medical Group Clinic was awarded the prestigious title of Voluntary Projection Program Star Site by officials from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration during a ceremony Nov. 7 at the clinic. Col. Kevin Murphy, commander of the 436th Medical Group, accepted the award alongside
Nov. 20, 2012 MHS leadership November message Military Health System Team -As we mentioned in our inaugural joint message last month, we are working to organize and lead the Military Health System (MHS) into the future by building a stronger, even more unified team. As we continue in these efforts, we are also committed to transparency, and to
Nov. 20, 2012 AF leaders target sexual assault in latest 'Letter to Airmen' Secretary of the Air Force Michael B. Donley, Chief of Staff of the Air Force General Mark A. Welsh III and Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force James A. Roy issued a tri-signature "Letter to Airmen" Nov. 16.As part of an effort to increase awareness of sexual assault, the Air Force's top three
Nov. 9, 2012 Through Airmen's Eyes: Chief discusses how family, pet help PTSD issues (This feature is part of the "Through Airmen's Eyes" series on AF.mil. These stories focus on a single Airman, highlighting their Air Force story.)Coming back from deployment, Airmen face the home-station work environment, reintegrating with family and settling back into day-to-day life.What
Nov. 8, 2012 Quit smoking: The time is now Many people wait to make their New Year's resolution in January, and a number of those resolutions will be to stop the use of tobacco. However, New Year's is eight weeks away. Rather than waiting, Hanscom personnel are encouraged to take the steps to quit by Jan. 1 and begin the new year with one
Nov. 1, 2012 Physical Therapy: Before the Injury The 65th Physical Therapy Flight at Lajes Field spends their day assessing and aiding injured Airmen. They treat anything from simple hazards to training injuries that occur throughout the day. But now, instead of treating patients after they are injured, physical therapists are heading to work
Nov. 1, 2012 Family Advocacy, 81st MDG conduct domestic violence awareness 'experiment' Every year the Family Advocacy Program staff plans and implements a community awareness campaign designed to educate Team Keesler, as well as reinforce the reality that prevention and detection of interpersonal violence is truly a base-wide responsibility.This year, FAP teamed up with Brig. Gen.
Oct. 18, 2012 Through Airmen's Eyes: Ultimate wingman helps save friend's life (This feature is part of the "Through Airmen's Eyes" series on AF.mil. These stories focus on a single Airman, highlighting their Air Force story.)An Airman here who noticed the suicidal signs of a friend reported the problem and helped save his friend's life.Airman 1st Class Albert Chang, 375th
Oct. 16, 2012 Avoid the flu with these top tips Did you know that nine out of 10 healthy people who get a flu shot, don't get the flu?According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, it's true! And because it takes two weeks for a flu shot's immunity to build completely, now is the best time to get vaccinated for flu season.TRICARE
Oct. 9, 2012 Resiliency efforts strengthen positive lifestyles Just as the Air Force continues to enhance warfighters' capabilities, an equally powerful role for Airmen and their families is to maintain a balanced lifestyle. The Air Force Compressive Airman Fitness model encompasses four pillars: mental, social, physical and spiritual. It is a proactive
Oct. 3, 2012 AFMC promotes breast cancer, prostate cancer awareness month During October, Air Force Materiel Command will be promoting Breast Cancer and Prostate Cancer Awareness. This is an excellent time to educate individuals about breast and prostate cancer and promote screening. Knowing about these diseases and what you can do can save your life.According to the
Oct. 2, 2012 Traumatic stress response: Psychological help before, during and after a crisis All too often, stress is perceived as a negative emotion that leads to high blood pressure, ulcers and sleepless nights -- basically something to be avoided or medicated. In recent decades, researchers thought exposing children and adults to stress would be harmful by causing increased anxiety,
Sept. 26, 2012 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,
Sept. 24, 2012 '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.
Sept. 19, 2012 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
Sept. 18, 2012 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
Sept. 13, 2012 Hantavirus causes flu-like symptoms, early treatment is essential Due to recent public media attention regarding the Hantavirus outbreak in Yosemite National Park, it is prudent to provide information regarding the disease to include symptoms, treatment and prevention.Hantaviruses are a group of viruses that may be carried by some rodents. Some hantaviruses can