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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July 14, 2021

Time for shots, physicals required by state schools

FORT LEE, Va. — With kids heading back to the classrooms, parents are encouraged to get a jump on bringing their children’s immunizations and physical exams up to date.

Engaged couple hold hands

July 13, 2021

TRICARE and Marriage: What to Do When Getting Married

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — It’s a big moment when you say “I do.” It’s also important for your family health coverage. Spouses of service members are eligible for TRICARE coverage. And getting married is a TRICARE Qualifying Life Event (QLE). So, what does this mean and what steps do you need to take?

Senior Airmen Jeslyn Raetz, left, and Nathaniel Morris, right, both 341st Medical Operation Squadron technicians, check quality assurance on patients’ medical paperwork Jan. 30, 2017, at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. Medical files for all patients seen each day must be filled out properly because they are an inspectable item. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Magen M. Reeves)

July 13, 2021

Active Duty SICK Program: What is it?

Active Duty members enrolled to a primary care manager at the 436th Medical Group can once again save time and money by using the Self-Initiated Care Kit program to access over-the-counter medications for mild symptoms without needing an appointment.

Photo By Shannon Carabajal | The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center is testing a mobile app designed to centralize and streamline the subletting of short-term slots at military child development centers this summer. The app, called Kinderspot, earned first place at the 2020 AFIMSC Innovation Rodeo. To design a tool that would benefit military families, AFIMSC partnered with Oddball and worked closely with the Air Force Services Center to shape the app and processes to align with other child and youth program priorities and efforts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Holly E. Ardern)

July 12, 2021

MacDill CDC Releases Kinderspot App

In an effort to aid military service members in finding available childcare or day care service at MacDill’s Child Development Center, a mobile app called Kinderspot, developed by Oddball, will be available to families of Team MacDill beginning July 12, 2021.

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July 9, 2021

Kenner urges caution: tick season is upon us

FORT LEE, Va. — Kenner Army Health Clinic is emphasizing tick awareness during this time of increased outdoor activities.

3rd Wednesday Training Day

July 9, 2021

3rd Wednesday Training Day

Fort Rucker Army Base, AL — Lyster including pharmacy services will close at noon on the 3rd Wednesday for training.

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