U.S Air Force Airman 1st Class Neil Palbusa, 375th Dental Squadron dental laboratory technician, creates a mold on Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, July 13, 2021. The 375th DS Airmen provided assistance to dental residents at Scott AFB. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mark Sulaica)

July 21, 2021

New Changes to Dental

SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, IL - On July 23, 2021 the 375th Dental Squadron will deactivate and will no longer be accepting dependents and retirees for regular treatment. The 375th DS will continue to operate as a flight under the 375th Operation Medical Readiness Squadron providing active-duty members with continued dental treatment.

PORTSMOUTH, Va. (July 16, 2021) Taylor Roberts, a 20 year old Pediatric Oncology Department patient at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP) surprises his girlfriend, Lindsey Gorham, with a gift, July 16.

July 20, 2021

NMCP CANCER PATIENT RECEIVES ASSIST FROM OPERATION KEY WEST

Portsmouth, VA — PORTSMOUTH, Va. (July 16, 2021) A patient of Naval Medical Center Portsmouth's (NMCP) Pediatric Oncology Department surprises his very special friend with a gift with the help of Operation Key West, July 16.

A Sailor serving aboard Naval Hospital Cherry Point, right, and the wife of Hospital Corpsman Second Class Abubakarr Daramy pin the rank of Petty Officer Second Class upon his collar during a frocking ceremony held aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point on Friday, July 16th. The frocking ceremony, a tradition permitting a service member to wear rank insignia they will advance to prior to their official promotion, honored the excellence and celebrated the potential of 11 Sailors serving aboard Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point.

July 20, 2021

July Advancements

MCAS Cherry Point — Leadership of Naval Health Clinic Cherry Point surprised 9 sailors with the news they will advance rank in the month of July.

Col. Matthew Mapes, the new commander of the U.S. Army Medical Department Activity (MEDDAC), Fort Drum, N.Y., receives the organization’s flag, or colors, from Brig. Gen. Mary V. Krueger, the commanding general of Regional Health Command – Atlantic, during the MEDDAC change of command ceremony, July 16, 2021. The passing of the colors is a traditional gesture symbolizing the continuation of trust, ensuring that the unit and its Soldiers are never without official leadership.

July 19, 2021

Fort Drum Medical Activity welcomes new commander during Change of Command

FORT DRUM, New York — Col. Matthew Mapes assumed command of the U.S. Army Medical Department Activity (MEDDAC), Fort Drum, New York, from Col. Robert Heath during a change of command ceremony, July 16, 2021.

July 16, 2021

FDA Safety Communication

June 30, 2021 — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is alerting people who use Philips Respironics ventilators, BiPAP, and CPAP machines and their health care providers that Philips Respironics has recalled certain devices (see table below) due to potential health risks.

Photo By Tech. Sgt. Nicole Leidholm | Father and daughter reunite on Dover Air Force Base, Delaware, July 16, 2021. The 436th Force Support Squadron child and youth services, in coordination with the Air Force Aid Society, provide military families with free child care to offset associated costs in the absence of extended family members during unique challenges they may face. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Nicole Leidholm)

July 16, 2021

Expanded Child Care Options Provide Relief for Parents

DOVER AIR FORCE BASE, Del. -- Life in the military provides unique challenges for parents compared to their civilian counterparts as at times, families are separated for extended periods.

Summer days can be such fun, if done safely (Photo by: Tommie Horton, 78th Air Base Wing).

July 15, 2021

Old-School Summer Safety Risks: Sun, Water, Insects and Alcohol

Even as concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic begin to fade, the traditional, old-school summer safety issues - like those involving sun, water, insects and alcohol - continue to pose real risks for many military families.

Heroes Wear Masks Or Get The Shot | Photo by Wayne Gray

July 15, 2021

Heroes Wear Masks Or Get The Shot

Team Kirtland requires everyone who has not received the COVID-19 vaccine to continue wearing masks and highly encourage those individuals to arrange for vaccination.

Computer login screen infographic as a base-wide reminder during the COVID-19 pandemic. (U.S. Air Force graphic by David Perry)

July 15, 2021

The Fight Against COVID-19 Endures

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – The number of COVID-19 cases in Ohio and across Wright-Patterson Air Force Base has dropped since the beginning of the year, but the fight against this pandemic continues as the delta variant becomes more dominant around the world.

Photo By Airman 1st Class Kimberly Barrera | Senior Airman Kevin McMahon, 333rd Fighter Squadron weapons load crew member, performs sit-ups while Senior Airman Deja Moultrie, 916th Force Support Squadron service technician counts his repetitions at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina, July 15, 2021. Fitness assessments help ensure combat readiness and align with the needs of the mission of the Department of Defense and the U.S. Air Force (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kimberly Barrera)

July 15, 2021

4th FSS FAC Keeps Airmen Fit to Fight

SEYMOUR JOHNSON AIR FORCE BASE, N.C. – The 4th Force Support Squadron fitness assessment cell is busier than ever since the resumption of fitness assessments.

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