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October 7, 2016
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Dermatologist earns health care hero award
October 7, 2016
Col. (Dr.) Chad Hivnor, laser and research chief with the 59th Medical Specialty Squadron, uses a fractional carbon dioxide laser to treat a patient’s scar at the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center on Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Oct. 7. The laser treatment, also known as fractional skin resurfacing, goes deep into the epidermis of the skin and stimulates the production of collagen to create firm and smooth skin. Hivnor recently earned the San Antonio Business Journal 2016 Health Care Hero award for his contributions to health care in the local community. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma)
59th Medical Wing brings new DOD-wide outpatient survey system to San Antonio
October 6, 2016
The Joint Outpatient Experience Survey, or JOES, will combine and standardize long-standing methods used by the Army, Navy, Air Force and Defense Health Agency to learn about beneficiary healthcare experiences with the goal of making them better.
Strong Bonds training event strengthens Army couples
October 6, 2016
Couples participating in the Strong Bond’s training event work together during a team building exercise at the Strong Bonds Marriage Enrichment Training event at the Horseshoe Bay Resort in Marble Falls, Texas, Sept. 17-19. The event was conducted by the U.S. Army North Command Chaplain’s office.
Navy Medicine Training Support Center Sailors gather, deliver donations to Louisiana
October 6, 2016
Sailors from the Navy Medicine Training Support Center, or NMTSC, at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston, unload bottled water at a church in Lafayette, La., as part of a donation drive to help victims of the Louisiana flood Sept. 24. Overall, 3,840 bottles of water and more than 150 pounds of non-perishable food items, clothing and cleaning supplies were gathered and donated to the area.
607th Contracting Team Soldiers shape regional security environment in Afghanistan
October 6, 2016
Before deployment to Afghanistan, members of the 607th Contracting Team completed predeployment training, including this day at the range, at Fort Bliss, Texas. From left to right are Staff Sgt. Ryan Johnson, Master Sgt. Maria Sierra, Sgt. 1st Class Mark Lewis, Maj. Evan Chung and Staff Sgt. Ike Wright.
Army South assists Caribbean forces to unite against disasters
October 6, 2016
Sub. Lt. Julio Vance (center), Trinidad and Tobago Defense Force Coast Guard executive officer, guides a tour on the TTS Brighton, a vessel used in the assistance of disasters. The visitors were participants of a humanitarian assistance/disaster relief workshop held in Port of Spain, Trinidad, Sept. 12-15.
Conference of the American Armies explores new challenges of the 21st Century
October 6, 2016
Gen. Alberto Jose Mejia, Colombian National army commander addresses members of the Conference of the American Armies during a specialized conference that took place in Bogota, Colombia Sept. 19-23. The purpose of the conference is to address various concerns that effect multiple countries from both North and South America. The conference is made up of more than 20 members, will other countries attending as observers.
EPI aims to streamline Air Force processes, improve operations
October 5, 2016
Rather than determining manpower needs within units using potentially inefficient practices, the Air Force Manpower Analysis Agency, or AFMAA developed a new process to ensure personnel are performing duties in the most effective manner prior to developing manpower standards. The Enterprise Process Improvement, or EPI, was created in partnership with the Office of Business Transformation and Air Force Deputy Chief Management Officer function, or SAF/MG, to analyze and evaluate organizations on current processes and provide assistance in areas that need improvement.
JBSA recognizes Energy Awareness Month
October 4, 2016
October is Energy Awareness Month and Joint Base San Antonio is committed to reducing energy consumption to meet all conservation directives. The JBSA Energy Program is designed to comply with federally mandated energy goals while maintaining a healthy and productive workplace. Energy reduction goals are specified by the new Executive Order 13693 and the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007, which require federal installations to reduce energy use by 2.5 percent every year for 10 years. The goal is to reduce energy per square foot by a total of 25 percent by fiscal year 2025, based on a fiscal year 2015 baseline.
Combatives training now has home at JBSA-Randolph
October 4, 2016
Staff Sgt. Matthew Cummings, 902nd Security Forces Squadron combatives instructor, demonstrates a mount position during training Sept. 14 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. Kimura and Americana submission holds are often seen in mixed martial arts matches, but now they’re also commonplace in Hangar 52 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph.
JBSA firefighters observe Fire Prevention Week
October 4, 2016
JBSA Fire Emergency Services is following the Fire Prevention Week theme “Don’t Wait – Check the Date! Replace Smoke Alarms Every 10 Years” in stressing to JBSA residents and the public the importance of properly functioning smoke alarms and smoke alarm safety.
Chaplains provide spiritual guidance, counseling to JBSA members
October 4, 2016
Capt. Richard Boyd (left), 502nd Air Base Wing chaplain, prepares a sermon, Sept. 21 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. Active-duty and reserve members, retirees and civilian workers of all faiths seeking spiritual guidance can visit the chapel centers located at all three JBSA locations. The chapel centers provide an array of opportunities for spiritual fulfillment, including worship services, religious education classes, pre-marital and marital counseling, family counseling and counseling for active-duty members.
JBSA domestic violence awareness breaks silence
October 4, 2016
Brig. Gen. Heather L. Pringle, 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio commander, signs a proclamation designating October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month Sept. 13 in the JBSA-Fort Sam Houston conference room, surrounded by members of the JBSA Family Advocacy staff.
Alternative Dispute Resolution seeks to defuse workplace conflicts
October 4, 2016
A team of education and training subject matter experts attend an Enterprise Process Improvement workshop Aug. 18 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. The EPI process was created by the Air Force Manpower Analysis Agency to streamline work practices across the Air Force and create more efficient practices.
Why conserving water is important to our environment, future
October 4, 2016
One reason to conserve water is when water use increases, the treatments may not be able to keep up with demand. Another reason to conserve water is the treatment requirements are expensive and time-consuming. Water is considered an inexhaustible resource, but local supplies, whether from lakes and streams or aquifers, are not always renewable. Without proper use, they can be contaminated, lost through changes in climate or use can simply overtake replenishment.
Changes in 'Go For Green' program at new DFAC
October 4, 2016
When the renovated Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph dining facility reopens Tuesday, a new labeling system through the Go For Green program will promote healthier food options to customers who dine at the facility. The color-coded labeling system will give detailed information on the nutritional value of foods being served at the JBSA-Randolph Wingman Café Dining Facility, building 860 – formerly the Rendezvous Dining Facility – so active-duty members and Department of Defense cardholders who eat at the facility will make better, healthier food choices, said Aracelis Gonzalez-Anderson, 359th Aerospace Medical Squadron health promotions program coordinator at the JBSA-Randolph Human Performance Resource Center.
Army North partners with Air Force’s Patriot Express exercise
September 30, 2016
1st Lt. Hannah Shea (left), Army North G2 Operations Officer, and Chief Warrant Officer 2 David Mizelle (right), 505th Military Intelligence, discuss the CONUS Joint Mobile Intelligence Communications System, or CJMICS, load process with the 505th Military Intelligence Planning and Coordination team in preparation for the C-5 airlift to Corpus Christi Naval Station Sept. 16-18.
BAMC team wins regional Best Medic competition, will compete at Army-level
September 30, 2016
Sgt. 1st Class Stephen Eisele and 1st Lt. Chi Wing Pang from Brooke Army Medical Center drag a simulated casualty to safety during the Regional Health Command-Central (Provisional) 2016 Best Medic Competition at Camp Bullis Sept. 21. The combat medic lane tests the candidates’ ability to perform casualty care as well as their ability to evacuate wounded.
Crimes and punishment at Joint Base San Antonio
September 30, 2016