May 5, 2023 Brandon Act aims to improve mental health support The Brandon Act aims at improving the referral process for service members seeking a mental health evaluation and allowing them to seek help confidentially, the undersecretary of defense for personnel and readiness said.
April 20, 2023 An Airman who wants to make a difference through international relations Airman 1st Class Stephanie Essomba, a dental laboratory technician at the 59th Dental Support Squadron, began learning about policy processes, decision making and the impact those policies could have on people’s lives and fell in love with it.
March 22, 2023 Air Force policy changes help female aircrew remain competitive, relevant Female flyers were only eligible to apply for a waiver to fly during the second trimester, and were otherwise placed on Duties Not to Include Flying status. Since then, the Air Force has clarified its policies for female aircrew.
Feb. 27, 2023 DAF establishes policies to increase access to non-covered reproductive health care The Air Force has issued guidance effective Feb. 27 implementing DoD policies outlining privacy of command notification of pregnancy, administrative absence for non-covered reproductive health care and unit-funded travel for those seeking non-covered reproductive health care.
Feb. 27, 2023 DAF issues guidance on COVID-related adverse actions; Religious Accommodation Requests The Department of the Air Force has issued guidance on removal of adverse actions and handling of Religious Accommodation Requests related to refusal of COVID-19 vaccinations effective Feb. 24.
Nov. 4, 2022 AF provides additional information for aircrew considering flying during their pregnancy The Department of the Air Force recently introduced new procedures that empower female aircrew to make the most informed decisions about whether to fly while pregnant.
April 15, 2022 Air Force medical policies for aviators are research-based, data-driven The Air Force continuously assesses the medical policies surrounding its aviators, updating policies as new data and research emerge. This commitment to data driven medical decisions and policy updates keep Airmen flying safely and the mission on track.
March 9, 2022 Mil-to-mil couples gain time to make separation decision after childbirth Caregiver separation and childbirth separation give both parents more time to learn how to balance family and career before making a decision to separate.
Jan. 3, 2022 DAF authorizes pass for COVID booster As COVID-19 cases continue to surge, we need to do everything possible to protect ourselves, our families, and our communities—that means getting a booster,” said Under Secretary of the Air Force Gina Ortiz Jones.
Dec. 9, 2021 Department of the Air Force releases COVID-19 policy The Department of the Air Force released its policy today outlining the way forward for Total Force military members serving in the Air Force and Space Force who have requested separation or retirement prior to Nov. 2, 2021, or whose COVID-19 medical exemption or religious accommodation was denied.
Jan. 26, 2021 Biden administration overturns transgender exclusion policy President Joe Biden signed an executive order overturning the previous administration's ban on the service of transgender individuals in the military.
Oct. 23, 2019 Airmen who vape accept unnecessary risks With the use of electronic cigarettes on the rise, concerned Air Force health officials warn of the possible side effects of these devices.According to Alicia Ferris-Dannenberg, the 509th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron health promotion coordinator, vape use at Team Whiteman increased from
Feb. 12, 2018 Air Force to institute new method to protect PII Air Force officials announced Feb. 6, 2018, emails containing personally identifiable information, and similar numeric constructs, will be blocked from transmission unless the email is encrypted. For members unable to send or receive encrypted emails, members will be directed to utilize the AMRDEC