June 6, 2017 How the human body reacts while running Do you ever wonder how your body physiologically responds to an exercise such as running? In order for our muscles, cells and organs to work properly our blood must first carry oxygen and nutrients to them. During intense physical activity, the body’s blood flows to our larger muscle groups, which
June 5, 2017 Cancer survivor has lots of things to worry about; secure messaging isn't one A serious health diagnosis can be a life shaking event, even for health professionals. Treatment can be long and challenging both physically and mentally, but keeping in close communication with your health care team can help ease the stress of navigating this process. One great way to stay
June 5, 2017 AMC’s medical community collaborates to improve care SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. -- Medical group commanders, aeromedical squadron commanders and superintendents from across Air Mobility Command gathered here May 22 to 23, 2017 to learn how to improve care within their military treatment facilities.“It is about a change in culture,” said Brig. Gen. Lee
June 1, 2017 Maj. Gen. (ret) Philip Volpe discusses combat medical care during the Battle of Mogadishu Maj. Gen. (ret) Philip Volpe discusses combat medical care during the Battle of Mogadishu
May 31, 2017 Medical Airmen care for Belize residents 96th Medical Group Airmen deploy in for Beyond Horizon medical readiness event.
May 30, 2017 Women’s Health Clinic opens at JB Charleston A ribbon cutting ceremony was held here to celebrate the opening of the 628th Medical Group Women’s Health Clinic, May 19. Cancer screenings, post-partum care, select gynecological services, hormonal replacement therapy and infertility treatments are a few of the health benefits available to female
May 25, 2017 Scott Air Force Base recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month Since 1949, May has been observed as National Mental Health Awareness Month, an opportunity to bring about greater awareness of psychological health concerns and conditions, to offer support for those who are living with these conditions, and to promote increased access to care and treatment.This
May 24, 2017 Airmen Resiliency Team provides 480th ISR Wing with medical, psychological and spiritual care Airmen of the 480th Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Wing make life or death decisions every day to support warfighters around the world. To alleviate stress from these missions, the Air Force deployed a small group of medical, psychological and spiritual professionals called the Airmen
May 24, 2017 U.S. Airmen, Sailors support life-saving mission U.S. Airmen and Sailors worked together to outfit a C-17 Globemaster III with life-saving equipment at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 13, 2017.
May 23, 2017 Enlisted Airmen selected for 2017 nursing program Almost three dozen active duty enlisted Airmen have been selected for the 2017 Nurse Enlisted Commissioning Program following the April 17-19, 2017, selection board at the Air Force Personnel Center.
May 23, 2017 National Emergency Medical Services week National Emergency Medical Services week kicks off May 22, 2017. As an essential public function, EMS practitioners are a vital component of emergency medicine. However, their life-saving services are often overlooked. National EMS week, established in 1974, serves to honor EMS practitioners and
May 23, 2017 USAFSAM aerospace physiology training optimizes airmen’s performance Students with the U.S. Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine routinely use an altitude hypobaric chamber at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, which simulates a flight at 25,000 feet, as part of Initial Aerospace Physiological Training. 1st Lt. Alex Medina, U.S. Air Force Space, Missiles, and Forces
May 22, 2017 Air Force team keeps healthcare goals on track Three teams comprised of members from across the Air Force Medical Service presented some big ideas to sustain Trusted Care on May 5, 2017 to Maj. Gen. Dorothy Hogg, the Air Force Deputy Surgeon General.“Trusted Care, Anywhere” is the goal of the Air Force Medical Service, and the Deliberate
May 19, 2017 Medical Group shuts down last EMEDS tent, moves to new facility In a new chapter in the storied Red Tails legacy, the 332nd Expeditionary Medical Group is slated to close the last active Expeditionary Medical Support System tent in the Air Force Central Command region.
May 18, 2017 Airman beats leukemia into remission (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.)In January 2012, Staff Sgt. Nicholas Worley, a 23rd Civil Engineer Squadron electrical systems craftsman, was diagnosed with chronic myelogenous
May 15, 2017 Medics unite for patient safety The 35th Medical Group locally celebrated National Patient Safety Awareness Week here, April 23 to 29.This year’s theme, United for Patient Safety, highlights the national education and awareness-building campaign which caters to improving patient safety in the United States military and civilian
May 15, 2017 Biomedical equipment tech repairs, replaces vital deployed medical gear Staff Sgt. Ryan McGinnis, the sole biomedical equipment technician is charged with the maintenance and calibration of all the equipment doctors and medics rely on. He holds responsibility for everything from lab equipment and refrigerators to life-saving equipment such as defibrillators and infusion
May 12, 2017 Don’t suffer alone - mental health disorders have effective treatments Mental health disorders are relatively common within civilian and military communities, but with early treatment, most mental health disorders can be effectively treated, and patients can return to mental wellness. While invisible wounds like post-traumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injury
May 11, 2017 Compassion and mentorship are cornerstones of nursing for Bronze Star honoree During National Nurses and Technicians Week (May 6-12), the Air Force Medical Service is recognizing the unique contributions of Air Force nurses to the nation’s defense.Maj. Dino Quijano, a critical care nurse in the 779th Medical Operations Squadron based at Joint Base Andrews, Md., and a recent
May 11, 2017 Between two worlds: Guard and Reserve nurses perfect professional balancing act National Guard and Reserve nurses who also serve as nurses in their civilian careers have a lot to manage: providing care during the week in civilian settings and then performing duties as officers in the United States military during weekend drills. They accomplish all this while balancing a life