Joint Base San Antonio

Holiday hours around Joint Base San Antonio

The holiday season is here and some facilities around Joint Base San Antonio will have modified hours. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4361660/hol

DARPA’s FSHARP program manager visits NAMRU San Antonio, tours research laboratories

Dr. Jeremy Pamplin, program manager, Biological Technologies Office, Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, visited with leadership and research scientists assigned to Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio at the Battlefield Health & Trauma Research Institute at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4358489/dar

US Army activates Western Hemisphere Command in historic transition ceremony

The Department of the Army activated the U.S. Army Western Hemisphere Command in a historic transition ceremony at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, on Dec. 5, uniting U.S. Army Forces Command, U.S. Army North and U.S. Army South into a single, four-star operational headquarters. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4355548/us-

Sixteenth Air Force, Polish Cyber Command reaffirm commitment to collective cyber defense

Sixteenth Air Force (Air Forces Cyber) and Poland Cyber Command reinforced the strength of the strong U.S.-Poland cyber alliance during a technical exchange, key leader engagement and award ceremony. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4359162/six

New study highlights risks in en route insulin administration, calls for enhanced protocols

A decade-long study reviewing nearly 3,000 Critical Care Air Transport patient records found significant safety concerns related to insulin administration during military aeromedical evacuations. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4359930/new

Naval Medical Forces Development Command leads TCCC integration into entry-level Corpsman training at METC

Two classes of the Hospital Corpsman Basic program at the Medical Education and Training Campus completed an updated pilot curriculum integrating Tactical Combat Casualty Care principles into entry-level training, marking a shift in how Navy Medicine prepares corpsmen for the modern battlespace. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4354478/nav

Revamped Volunteer Services Program reinvigorates patient support at Wilford Hall

After nearly two years of limited activity, the 59th Medical Wing’s Volunteer Services Program has staged a remarkable resurgence, more than doubling its volunteer force and significantly increasing its patient impact across the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4355416/rev

BAMC medical-surgical nursing staff completes bi-annual simulation training

Medical/Surgical Section nursing staff at Brooke Army Medical Center participated in a simulation training skills fair Nov. 17-21. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4356424/bam

NORAD ready to track Santa's flight for 70th anniversary year

The North American Aerospace Defense Command is ready to track Santa on Dec. 24 and is celebrating the program’s 70th anniversary. NORAD monitors and defends North American airspace 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4347728/nor

Ask Away, JBSA connects you with the command team

JBSA is a Beast and sometimes it’s hard to navigate the resources we have for our service members and families. Do you have a question you think only the boss can answer? https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4088748/ask

Bring your smile and your camera! JBSA sets up self-help portrait stations

The 502d Air Base Wing Public Affairs office — which serves Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, JBSA-Lackland and JBSA-Randolph — now offers a new self-help portrait station featuring an American flag backdrop. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4254933/bri

Submit requests to 502d Air Base Wing public affairs offices through the PA Productivity Portal

The 502d Air Base Wing Public Affairs offices throughout Joint Base San Antonio are using the PA Productivity Portal, or P3, to submit work orders for photographic, video, audio, graphics, and editorial support. These services can now be requested at https://safpa.appianportalsgov.com/request/page/request. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3390031/sub

New 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline offers easier option for emergency care

A new 988 telephone number became operational July 16, designated as the new three-digit dialing code that routes callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3100501/new-

Calling 911 From A Cell Phone On JBSA

When calling 911 from a cell phone on JBSA, please remember to immediately tell the 911 dispatcher you are on JBSA and provide the installation information for where you need assistance, i.e. "I am located on" JBSA-Randolph, JBSA-Fort Sam Houston, JBSA-Lackland, JBSA-Camp Bullis, etc.

Download the JBSA Connect App

The new Joint Base San Antonio smartphone app is designed to provide quick access to installation information and resources. http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3600630/jbsa

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- Domestic Abuse Hotline: 210-367-1213
- Duty Chaplain: 210-221-9363
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BAMC provides comprehensive care for military, civilian patients

Retired Army Master Sgt. Chris Hiatt walks with his wife, Angela Hiatt, at the U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research Burn Center located within Brooke Army Medical Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas. Hiatt spent 68 days in the USAISR Burn Center during his recovery after his small plane crash landed and caught fire. (Courtesy Photo)

Dec. 17, 2025 - Brooke Army Medical Center provides emergent and rehabilitative services for San Antonio and the south Texas community to ensure patients receive safe, quality care...

Holiday hours around Joint Base San Antonio

Dec. 16, 2025 - The holiday season is here and some facilities around Joint Base San Antonio will have modified hours...

DAF updates medical shaving profile guidance to align with Secretary of War grooming policy

Dec. 16, 2025 - The Department of the Air Force updated its medical guidance for shaving profiles to align with the Secretary of War’s grooming standards...

War Department reevaluates discharge characterizations for COVID-19 Vaccine Refusal

The form DD-214 contains information about a service member's separation status. In February 2025, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth ordered a review of the discharge status of service members who were involuntarily separated for refusing to take the COVID-19 vaccine.

Dec. 16, 2025 - For service members involuntarily discharged solely for refusing to take the COVID-19 vaccine, the War Department has ordered a reevaluation of their discharge status to see who might be eligible for an upgrade to an...

Army to launch major update to Recovery Care Program

U.S. Army paratroopers assigned to the 2nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), 11th Airborne Division, “Arctic Angels,” jump from a U.S. Marine Corps Reserve KC-130J Hercules assigned to the Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 234 (VMGR-234), Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base, Fort Worth, Texas, Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base, Fort Worth, Texas, at Malemute Drop Zone, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, May 24, 2023, in honor of Spartan Memorial Week. Paratroopers carried the nametapes of 77 fallen paratroopers who made the ultimate sacrifice during deployments to Afghanistan and Iraq. Paratroopers then placed the name tapes on a memorial before gathered Gold Star family members and fellow Soldiers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Julia Lebens) (Airman 1st Class Julia Lebens)

Dec. 16, 2025 - The Army is preparing to roll out a major update to the Army Recovery Care Program, or ARCP, reshaping how the service supports wounded, ill and injured Soldiers in a way leaders say reflects today’s medical needs while...

Army launches initiative to modernize garrison food service

The U.S. Army launched the Dining Excellence Initiative, or DINEX, Dec. 11, 2025, to modernize food service operations across Army training installations.

Dec. 15, 2025 - The U.S. Army launched the Dining Excellence Initiative, or DINEX, on Dec. 10, 2025, to modernize food service operations across Army training installations...

MICC leaders host 1st Quarter FY26 town hall

The Commanding General for the Mission and Installation Contracting Command, Brig. Gen. Freddy Adams, makes remarks during the command's 1st Quarter Fiscal Year 2026 town hall Dec. 10 at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas. The event was hosted by Adams, alongside Clay Cole, deputy to the commanding general and and Command Sgt. Maj. JennyAnne Bright, command sergeant major.

Dec. 15, 2025 - The Mission and Installation Contracting Command hosted its 1st Quarter Fiscal Year 2026 town hall Dec. 10 at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, bringing together more than 60 key leaders in person and nearly 800...

🎄 Holiday Hours for JBSA 🎄 Check out the updated Gate Hours here: 🔗 https://t.co/wSFNv609ay For Support and Services Hours during the holidays, visit: 🔗 https://t.co/IWeK3DoEJJ #JBSA #HolidayHours #MilitaryCommunity https://t.co/XTOCnjeeyc

Attention JBSA! Next Monday, Dec. 15, there will be explosives training on JBSA-Chapman Training Annex from 8am to 3pm. Loud booms are anticipated! https://t.co/2JGooBYifY

Team JBSA: Our Natural Resources team will be conducting prescribed burns at JBSA-Camp Bullis from Dec. 8–19. Burns will not occur every day—only when weather and safety conditions allow. Thank you for your patience and support as we maintain a healthy training environment. https://t.co/9Jancb5jlo

➡️FOR 502D ABW PERSONNEL ONLY⬅️ BG Oakland will host a town hall discussing Workforce Optimization efforts. SMEs from Civilian Personnel Office and others will provide up-to-date info & answer questions. 📍JBSA-Randolph, Fleenor Theater (inside the Taj) 📆Dec. 10 @ 9:00-10:00

Join the 502 ABW & JBSA Commander for town hall meetings on Workforce Optimization! Dec 9 at JBSA-Ft Sam Houston, 900-1000, at the Mission & Family Readiness Center Dec 10 at JBSA-Randolph, 0900-1000, at the Fleenor Theater 🗓️ #TownHall #502ABW #JBSA https://t.co/uN43M5ZPn2

While families carved their turkeys, our senior leaders at JBSA served Thanksgiving lunch at the Wingman Café, JBSA-Randolph. 🦃 We're thankful for the delicious food and holiday spirit! 📸: Jonathan R. Mallard #TeamJBSA #Thanksgiving https://t.co/t796DdS5tb

♻️ Nearly 700 used tires were processed at JBSA in FY25! The 502d LRS transported them to DLA for safe disposal and reuse, supporting readiness and sustainability across the DoD. 🚚🌍 📸 Jonathan Mallard 📍 JBSA-Lackland #SustainTheMission #502LRS #TeamJBSA https://t.co/kGevLgpksZ

A proud milestone at JBSA! We honor one of our own—Chief Siddiqui, an Airman pinned as a Navy Chief, Sept. 16, 2025. More than a ceremony, it’s a reminder that service, respect & tradition know no branch boundaries. Bravo Zulu, Chief! #JointForce #NavyChief #TeamJBSA https://t.co/kG8LDBlT5H

🎬 We’re back in action! After the government shutdown, operations are ramping up once again across JBSA. To kick things off, here’s a stunning time-lapse from Friday morning over Kelly Field Annex at JBSA-Lackland, Texas. ☀️✈️ Welcome back, Team JBSA! 🇺🇸 #MissionReady #TeamJBSA https://t.co/2C2kVY3y0W

📦✈️ Behind every mission is a logistics team ensuring our forces are ready, agile and lethal. 502D Air Base Wing professionals strengthened global partnerships and projected combat power across the Indo-Pacific. 🌐💪 🎥 Brian Rhodes| Watch: https://t.co/d9jaaYoUdw https://t.co/U35hUYaqFI

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Contact the AFOSI or the Base Defense Operations Centers
24 hours a day.
If you have an emergency, please dial 911.
• JBSA-Fort Sam Houston OSI: 210-295-0594;
BDOC: 210-221-2244
• JBSA-Lackland OSI: 210-671-9465; BDOC: 210-671-2018
• JBSA-Randolph OSI: 210-652-1400; BDOC: 210-652-5700

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