June 29, 2016 Changing Air Force healthcare through innovation Innovation is a buzzword often associated with new technology platforms or successful sports teams, but in reality innovation can apply anywhere someone comes up with a new idea or way of doing something.When it comes to health innovation and research, it’s all about finding new solutions to improve
June 21, 2016 Elder fitness program gets results Since January 2015, the Go4Life fitness program has helped its participants at Eglin AFB improve mobility, flexibility, and strength. The eight week program is aimed at individuals 50 years old and over, who want to improve their functional fitness.The classes focus on flexibility, balance, and
June 16, 2016 Living Your Ideal Lifestyle is at the Core of Free Smoking Cessation Program Are you living your ideal lifestyle? If your answer is no, you’re not alone. It can be tough to make lifestyle changes part of your daily routine. For example, smoking less and starting an exercise routine can help you quit smoking, but it’s not easy to design your lifestyle around those small
June 6, 2016 Air Force increases access to behavioral health care Nearly half of people with a treatable behavioral health disorder do not seek help from behavioral health professionals, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. However, 80 percent of this population does visit a primary care manager at least once a year. The Air Force
June 2, 2016 AF continues to monitor Zika virus, infected mosquitoes could hit U.S. this summer As the potential for infected mosquitoes to reach the U.S. rises, the Air Force continues to closely monitor the emergence of Zika virus infection to help inform and protect Airmen and their families. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, all at-risk communities should prepare
May 27, 2016 AF Men’s Health Month promotes better health, better care According to the National Institutes of Health, compared to women, men are more likely to smoke, drink, make unhealthy choices and delay regular checkups and medical care. While mental health issues are more common in women, men are much less likely to seek care.Many of the major health risks faced
May 20, 2016 Allergist educates military community about asthma According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, 24 million Americans are affected by asthma, a chronic disease that causes airways to become inflamed and make it hard to breathe, and 10 people die a day from it. In addition, 6.3 million of those affected are children under the age of 18.
April 18, 2016 AF children’s health: Caring for AF’s littlest heroes (This is the fourth AFMS article for the Military Children’s Health Month series) As we salute military children, we take a look at how the Air Force cares for its littlest heroes. In today’s military community, the number of active-duty-member children is almost equal to the number of active duty
March 31, 2016 April is Military Children’s Health Month in Air Force (This is the first AFMS article for the Military Children's Health Month series) April is Military Children’s Health Month. This time of year is an opportunity to recognize the children of our nation’s heroes –military children–and highlight their contributions to their communities, and the
March 23, 2016 Total Exposure Health: an innovation in precision health Walking in sunlight, being stuck in traffic, painting in a studio, listening to music, washing a car … What do these things have in common? Each illustrates a form of “exposure” through our environment and lifestyle.
March 9, 2016 Sleep is serious: Catch your Zzzs “BEEP. BEEP. BEEP.” The alarm is blaring. Time to get up. Do you hit “snooze”? … What’s in a “Zzz”?On average, we spend 33 percent of our lives … asleep. When assessing your overall health, have you considered your sleep habits?Sleep hygiene, as researchers call it, involves a variety of different
Feb. 26, 2016 Crews Into Shape: Nutrition Awareness Month Challenge Calling all Airmen! Are you up for a challenge?Airmen are invited to participate in the 16th Annual Crews Into Shape Challenge. Sponsored by the Navy and Marine Corps Public Health Center (NMCPHC) Health Promotion and Wellness (HPW) Department, the challenge will take place March 6 – April 2, 2016.
Feb. 25, 2016 March is Nutrition Awareness Month: Healthy eating advances AF readiness and mission success Think twice before biting in. Are you making a smart food choice? Healthy eating coupled with active living, is the foundation for healthy living, which is critical to maintaining a ready and deployable force. Optimal nutrition keeps Airmen performance ready –mentally and physically prepared for
Jan. 29, 2016 ADAPT helps get Osan Airmen back on track Like all helping agencies, the base Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Treatment program, or ADAPT, is here to do just that—help. According to Maj. Relinda Hatcher, 51st Medical Operation Squadron ADAPT Program manager, Osan AB has the highest amount of referrals to the ADAPT program in the Air
Jan. 21, 2016 Airmen participation needed for health survey The Air Force needs input from Airmen on issues that directly affect the health, well-being and readiness of military members and families by participating in the Health Related Behaviors Survey that will inform the Defense Department of potential health problems in the military community.
Jan. 12, 2016 A New Year, New You: January's Health Month The new year is a perfect time to work on a new you. While people know that healthier eating, tobacco free living and physical exercise contribute to a better life, many do not know how to get started.Some of the best methods for achieving personal performance goals include goal setting,
Oct. 28, 2015 Eye Health and Safety October is Home Eye Safety Month. You may think your chances of being hurt decrease because you’re at home, but safety should remain a top concern, especially for your eyes. Prevent Blindness America reports that more than half of the 2.5 million eye injuries that occur every year happen in or
Oct. 1, 2015 October is Women’s Health Month Each October, women are reminded to put themselves first and make time for their health. Making your health a priority helps you stay in optimum shape and keeps illnesses and disease at bay.Women often put their families’ needs ahead of their own, ignoring minor symptoms year after year until they
Oct. 1, 2015 Top 10 Reasons to try New Fruits and Veggies Eat your fruits and veggies this month and join the Produce for Better Health Foundation’s September initiative Fruits & Veggies–More Matters campaign, a health initiative focused on helping Americans increase fruit & vegetable consumption for better health.According the Produce for Better Health
Sept. 30, 2015 Defend your Waistline with Football Tailgating Favorites Football season is finally here, which means it’s time to huddle around the big screen or kick off with your tailgating game-time favorites. Super bowl Sunday is the second biggest food day of the year behind Thanksgiving according to the USDA. And per the Calorie Control Council, cheering for