June 8, 2016 AFRL research psychologist wins award, SECAF presents A research psychologist from the 711th Human Performance Wing here received the 2015 Harold Brown Award from Secretary of the Air Force Deborah James during a ceremony June 6.Dr. Lisa Tripp, in the Airman Systems' Continuous Learning Branch, received the award for her efforts in creating innovative
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 27, 2016 Air Force Medical Service embraces patient centeredness The Air Force Medical Service is working to increase patient-and family-centered care throughout all operations. Patient centeredness is critical to AFMS’ delivery of safe, effective, high quality care. But what is patient centeredness?“Patient centeredness is respecting our patients’ preferences,
May 27, 2016 A prescription for problems Making sure their medical records are up to date and accurate could save Airmen selected for a random drug test a lot of trouble.In addition to testing for illegal substances, random drug tests also screen for a number of prescription medications, including amphetamines and opiates, like morphine or
May 26, 2016 AFMS leaders gather at NOVA 2016 Air Force Medical Service senior leaders assembled in Northern Virginia to engage in strategic discussions related to Air Force and joint mission medical support, during NOVA, a three-day leadership gathering which began on May 24.As the AFMS continues to make advances in health care delivery and
May 23, 2016 Air Force Medical Service seeks hero’s name for tech school dorm The Air Force Medical Service is seeking help from warrior medics to name the Air Force dormitory at the Medical Education and Training Campus on Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston after an AFMS enlisted hero. Nominations are due by July 1, 2016.
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.
Feb. 26, 2016 Andersen medical teams showcase disaster response support during Cope North 16 Medical teams from the U.S. Air Force, Navy partnered with their counterparts of the Royal Australian Air Force, Japan Air Self-Defense Force, Republic of Korea Air Force, Royal New Zealand Air Force, and Philippine Air Force during exercise Cope North 16 from Feb. 11-18, in various locations
Feb. 12, 2016 Air Force continues to improve care in the air The Air Force is committed to research and development for advancements in en route patient care.The AMC Command Surgeon and researchers across the Air Force, to include the 711th Human Resource Wing at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, have been working together to improve how the Air Force
Feb. 12, 2016 ‘I love it’: Nurse still serving, mentoring after 45 years In April 1997, after 26 years of honorable military service, newly retired Col. Charlene Carpenter chose to continue serving her country at the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, this time as a volunteer.
Feb. 10, 2016 New MDS Program helps Airmen get in shape Fitness and activity trackers, such as Fitbits and Garmin Connects, have been becoming very popular among those in the fitness industry, and have become a useful tool for individuals trying to lose weight.These trackers have capabilities which include tracking physical activity and steps, heart
Feb. 10, 2016 Loadmasters balance time, maintain mission readiness Time is running out in the year and I need to remain current,” may be a phrase overheard in the halls of the three flying squadrons among crewmembers assigned to the 315th Airlift Wing at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina. Several loadmasters from the 300th Airlift Squadron took to the skies
Feb. 10, 2016 Air Force Surgeon General Announces Outstanding Achievement in Innovation Award The Air Force Surgeon General has announced the 96th Medical Group Medicine Subspecialties Element team, Air Force Material Command, as the Air Force Medical Service 2015 Outstanding Achievement in Innovation Annual Award winner. The AFMC group demonstrated an innovative approach in their standing
Feb. 9, 2016 Eglin hospital delivers unprecedented, complete cardiac care The doctor leaned in and described to Robert Hyde what he might feel during his medical procedure. Shortly thereafter, she made a small incision to his inner thigh area. During the half-hour process, the surgical team watched the large, live-view X-ray machine as the doctor guided a long, thin,
Feb. 9, 2016 Learning how to get that perfect smile! February is National Children's Dental Health Month. On Feb. 5, members of the Dental Squadron from the 779th Medical Group went to the Child Development Center on Joint Base Andrews. This year's campaign slogan is "Sugar Wars" to educate children of all ages about fighting against the Sweet Tooth
Feb. 8, 2016 JBSA-Lackland Blood Donor Center saves lives The Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Blood Donor Center may have wrapped up a productive National Blood Donor month, but donor recruiter Tracy Parmer says the struggle to meet the military’s need for blood, plasma and platelets is never over.“Success and failure for us is daily,” Parmer said in an
Feb. 3, 2016 History remembers Lt. Abbie Sweetwine: “The Angel of Platform 6” Among the nearly 100 Air Force personnel who responded to a call for help was a group of eight medics from the nearby 494th Medical Group at Royal Air Force South Ruslip, composed of seven doctors and one nurse - 2nd Lt. Abbie Sweetwine.
Feb. 2, 2016 VIPER Clinic program aims to reduce AF physical training injuries Musculoskeletal injuries in basic military training cost the Air Force about $35 million annually. A new 59th Medical Wing initiative aims to reduce these costs by preventing injuries before they occur.