Jan. 15, 2025 379th EMDS performs tonsillectomy Airmen assigned to the 379th Expeditionary Medical Squadron perform a tonsillectomy within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 6, 2025.
Jan. 15, 2025 California, Nevada, Wyoming Guard join firefighting battle More than 1,850 Guard members from California, Nevada and Wyoming are activated in assisting air and ground firefighting efforts in California.
Jan. 6, 2025 944th FW joins forces for life-saving mission after Hawaii fireworks explosion The mission to safely transport these patients exemplified a seamless joint effort between the Air Force Reserve’s 944th Fighter Wing, the active duty Air Force’s 56th Fighter Wing, the Phoenix Fire Department, and civilian medical professionals.
Jan. 2, 2025 DAF updates waiver policies for asthma, hearing loss, food allergies The Department of the Air Force holds strict medical accession standards but can grant waivers in specific cases. The new policy expands previous guidance in several areas, including asthma, hearing loss and food allergies.
Dec. 17, 2024 Yokota, Kadena Airmen save life in real-world AE mission Airmen saved the life of a critically injured fellow Airman in a display of rapid response and seamless coordination for an aeromedical evacuation, Oct. 28.
Dec. 17, 2024 Aeromedical Branch makes ‘Safe to Fly’ recommendation for SPYDR device After an extensive test and evaluation process, the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center’s Aeromedical Systems Branch has officially certified that SPYDR is safe for use on select aircraft.
Dec. 13, 2024 Bridging the gap: ANPs at Creech AFB improve squadron medical readiness The new Aeromedical Nurse Practitioner career field has grown significantly and improved squadron medical readiness by bridging the gap between medical services and squadrons around the Air Force since it started in 2019.
Dec. 13, 2024 Desert Hammer 2024: Tactical combat casualty care - training to save lives The remote desert landscape of southern Arizona recently played host to Desert Hammer 2024, an expansive Joint Large Force Exercise showcasing the 944th Fighter Wing's commitment to readiness and lifesaving excellence, Nov. 13-16, 2024.
Dec. 12, 2024 True North specialists certify in BLAST method, assist Airmen with trauma Thirteen licensed clinical social workers from Moody Air Force Base received advanced training in Bi-lateral Analysis and Stimulation Treatment, in Valdosta and Moody AFB, Georgia, August to October 2024, becoming the first military installation to receive this certification.
Dec. 12, 2024 Expanded Circuit Rider Program at Cannon Air Force Base enhances access to specialty care The 27th Special Operations Medical Group has expanded the Circuit Rider Program at Cannon Air Force Base to address the accessibility of medical specialty care, offering certified specialists in a range of fields.
Dec. 12, 2024 914 AES Airmen receive the Distinguished Flying Cross award On December 8, 2024, three Airmen assigned to the 914th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron at the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station received the Distinguished Flying Cross Award with “C” device for their actions during Operation FREEDOM SENTINEL in August of 2021.
Nov. 25, 2024 Honoring the legacy of Malcolm Grow The 316th Wing Medical Group gathered to celebrate the legacy of Maj. Gen. Malcolm C. Grow at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 19, 2024.
Nov. 25, 2024 NGOs retrieve 180,000 pounds humanitarian aid from Soto Cano Air Base The medical supplies arrived at Soto Cano Air Base via a C-5M Super Galaxy from Dover Air Force Base, Delaware.
Nov. 19, 2024 Offutt AFB hosts VA Nebraska-Western Iowa Health Care System Offutt Air Force Base hosted the VA Nebraska-Western Iowa Health Care System as they conducted a National Disaster Medical System exercise at Offutt Field House, Nov. 13.
Nov. 7, 2024 AFGSC hosts Virtual Town Hall to discuss MCCS Phase 1B results AFGSC held another public town hall Oct. 31 to discuss the results of the latest phases of the Missile Community Cancer Study, following the release of Round 3 Environmental Sampling results at the command’s 3 active missile wings.
Nov. 5, 2024 Royal Thai Air Force nurses visit 59th Medical Wing The 59th Medical Wing hosted five Royal Thai Air Force nurses for a professional exchange in September and October 2024, offering them an immersive experience in U.S. Air Force healthcare practices.
Nov. 5, 2024 Aeromedical Evacuation: Mission ready anytime, anywhere The 60th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron completed its first mission in which they were responsible for planning, launch and recovery and providing the crew for the mission, a milestone which demonstrated the readiness of the U.S. Air Force’s medical response capabilities.
Nov. 5, 2024 DAF senior leaders emphasize reoptimizing for GPC, ready Airmen for future fight The 56th Airlift/Tanker Association Symposium underscored the critical role of the U.S. Air Force in a rapidly shifting global landscape with a focus on reoptimizing for Great Power Competition, Oct. 31 to Nov. 3.
Nov. 1, 2024 Resources for AFLCMC families: An overview of the Exceptional Family Member Program Exceptional Family Member Program practitioners discuss how the family assistance program works and how service members can access its resources across AFLCMC installations.
Nov. 1, 2024 18th AES trains to answer the call Transporting the nation's sick and wounded warriors from the battlefield to the home front is more than just a one-person job. It's a multi-layered process involving personnel on the ground and in the air.