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Department of the Air Force outlines new Body Composition Program for Airmen, Guardians
January 9, 2023 — Both the Air and Space Forces released the new Waist-to-Height Ratio Body Composition Program policy in January, with assessments to begin in April 2023... MORE

Settlement of estate
January 9, 2023 — The Commander regrets to announce the death of Air Force Maj. Bernard Huhane, assigned to the 433rd Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, who passed away Dec. 24, 2022... MORE

Enhanced Geothermal Systems pilot may provide infinite energy source for JBSA
January 9, 2023 — Enhanced Geothermal Systems, or EGS, are promising technologies which, by tapping into heat stranded in rocks below the Earth’s surface, may enable reliable electric power production across the nation. Overall, EGS technologies are in the early demonstration project phase, but that may change once they are tested through a new Department of Defense pilot program for which Joint Base San Antonio and Mountain Home Air Force Base have been selected... MORE

Mentoring – A service to our country
January 9, 2023 — As the new year starts, many people make resolutions to improve their lives, whether it’s by going to the gym, stopping smoking, or just using the stairs instead of the elevator. This year, try getting involved with your community by mentoring. Mentoring benefits both the giver and receiver with the exchange of knowledge, perspective and accomplishment... MORE

502nd Civil Engineer Squadron keeps JBSA going in all weather conditions
January 9, 2023 — The members of the 502nd Civil Engineer Squadron are always on call to repair and maintain the infrastructure of Joint Base San Antonio in all weather conditions... MORE

502nd Civil Engineer Squadron Inclement Weather Service

DAF world class athletes train, compete for spot on Team USA
January 9, 2023 — The Department of the Air Force’s newest crop of World Class Athlete Program, or WCAP, athletes began training with the hopes of competing at the Olympics to represent the Air Force and the nation... MORE

WCAP Athletes train for 2024 Olympic Games

DHA will serve 'anytime, anywhere — always,' says new director
January 6, 2023 — Army Maj. Gen. Telita Crosland became the Defense Health Agency's fourth director in its nearly 10-year existence Jan. 3, pledging to continue taking the DHA "down its path of excellence."... MORE

A female military service member receives a flag that is passed to her during a ceremony.

Scholarships for Military Children program accepting applications
January 6, 2023 — Applications have opened in the Scholarships for Military Children program for the 2023-2024 academic year. The program, entering its 23rd year, recognizes military family contributions to fighting-force readiness and celebrates the commissary’s role in enhancing the quality of life. Fisher House Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping service members, veterans and their families, administers the program... MORE

U.S. Army North (Fifth Army) celebrates its 80th birthday
January 5, 2023 — U.S. Army North (Fifth Army) celebrated its 80th birthday at various locations around Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, Jan. 5, 2023... MORE

U.S. Army North (Fifth Army) celebrated its 80th birthday at various locations around JBSA-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, Jan. 5, 2023.

OPSEC history: from ancient origins to modern challenges
January 5, 2023 — The OPSEC program is designed to deny adversaries the ability to collect, analyze and exploit critical information... MORE

OPSEC Awareness Month; from ancient origins to modern challenges

Nineteenth Air Force CRAFTs more resilient aircrew with human performance specialists’ support
January 5, 2023 — As part of the effort to build a better warfighter, flying training wings across Air Education and Training Command have implemented functional fitness curriculum within their pilot training pipeline... MORE

DOD releases memo expanding Military Parental Leave Program 
January 5, 2023 — The Defense Department has released guidelines for the expansion of the military parental leave policy.  ... MORE

Army Medical Logistics Command focuses on medical readiness of National Guard, Army Reserve units
January 5, 2023 — Army Medical Logistics Command leaders are tackling the challenge of standardizing the processes and technology Army units, including the National Guard and Army Reserve, use to order medical equipment and supplies... MORE

Attendees listen as subject-matter experts present courses of action to the council of colonels during a workshop on Medical Logistics in Campaigning and its impact on the National Guard and Reserve at Fort Sam Houston, Texas, Dec. 1. MEDLOG in Campaigning is an effort aimed at streamlining medical materiel ordering and medical device maintenance while posturing the Army to be ready to transition quickly from peacetime at home station to an active operational environment.

59th Medical Wing: Our team, our fight against the flu
January 5, 2023 — The Allergy and Immunizations Clinic, along with 43 medical volunteers, came together during the 59th Medical Wing’s annual flu campaign in the atrium of Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland from October to November 2022. Their teamwork resulted in more than 93% of the wing being vaccinated. ... MORE

The importance of the annual flu campaign is to support the mission, reduce the overall impact of contagious respiratory illnesses and protect patients from preventable diseases allowing a ready and fit force.

AETC completes inaugural Force Development Environment Assessment focused on the year 2030
January 4, 2023 — The goal of the Force Development Environment Assessment is to provide senior leaders with decision-quality information about aspects of the most probable factors impacting the future of force development to help accelerate the change needed to produce combat-credible Warfighters through education and training that is mission-focused, competency-based, and Airmen-centric... MORE

graphic with text and Airmen marching at basic training

Stay warm, but put a freeze on winter fires
January 4, 2023 — Home fires occur more in winter than in any other season. As you stay cozy and warm this winter, be fire smart, as heating, holiday decorations, winter storms and candles all contribute to an increased risk of fire during the winter months... MORE

Resolve to quit tobacco with TRICARE’s help
January 4, 2023 — Is quitting tobacco your New Year’s resolution? TRICARE and YouCanQuit2 have resources to help you start — and finish — your journey to be tobacco-free... MORE

A Day in Dad’s Life: Gold Star family member spends day with MWD trainers
January 3, 2023 — A Gold Star Family Member spent the day with military working dog trainers here at the 341st Training Squadron Dec. 21, 2022. After losing his father at 7 years old, it was always his dream to experience the work his father did to serve the nation... MORE

More Inclusive research key to understanding prevalence of dementia
January 3, 2023 — Rather than being considered a specific disease, the National Institute on Aging defines dementia as a general term for a range of neurological conditions that affect the brain and get worse over time. It includes losing the ability to remember, think, and reason to levels that affect your everyday life and activities... MORE

Why less sunlight in the wintertime can put you at risk of depression
December 30, 2022 — Military officials are acutely aware of the risks of Seasonal Affective Disorder, also known as SAD, which is the medical term for a seasonally triggered change in behavior that can affect anyone but especially at higher latitudes where the days are shortest... MORE