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Exercise Patriot Medic sharpens chemical attack response
August 22, 2023
Master Sgt. Julie Fuleky, a medical technician assigned to the 433rd Medical Group at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, and Capt. Ranieka Lee, a clinical nurse also assigned to the 433MDG, provide care for a patient during Exercise Patriot Medic at Youngstown Air Reserve Station, Ohio, Aug. 16, 2023.

Breaking silence: Shattering the taboo of mental health
May 15, 2023
Airman holds up sign that reads, be kind to your mind.

METC instructor inducted into college's Athletic Hall of Fame
December 7, 2022
METC Instructor inducted into college Athletic Hall of Fame

AF provides additional information for aircrew considering flying during their pregnancy
November 4, 2022
Lt. Col. Caitlin Reilly conducts pre-flight inspections Oct. 25, 2022, at Hurlburt Field, Fla. The Department of the Air Force recently introduced new procedures that empower female aircrew to make the most informed decisions about whether to fly while pregnant. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Caleb Pavao)

Resolute Sentinel 22: Sharing knowledge, building partnerships
June 22, 2022
Military doctors conduct training.

Army Public Health Center launches inaugural Health of the Army Family report
December 7, 2021
Army Public Health Center launches inaugural Health of the Army Family report

IPAP application season open for Air Force active duty through Jan 2022
October 29, 2021
Interservice Physician Assistant Program, or IPAP

Myths and facts about the vax — debunking common COVID-19 vaccine myths
September 23, 2021
The COVID-19 vaccine has been mandated across the Department of Defense and despite its demonstrated effectiveness and safety, a host of myths have left some Airmen and Guardians hesitant to receive it. While social media posts and some news outlets may make it harder to keep up with what is fact or fiction, the science is clear … approved COVID-19 vaccines work. (U.S. Air Force graphic)

Department of Air Force offers Total Force enlisted members’ bridge to med school, commission
August 13, 2021
Enlisted to Medical Degree Preparatory Program

Women's History Month: A Soldier's challenge and triumph
March 18, 2021
U.S. Army Capt. Heather A. Meier, physician assistant at U.S. Army South Headquarters and Headquarters Battalion, stands in front of U.S. Army South Headquarters on Joint Base San Antonio – Fort Sam Houston, Texas, March 8, 2021. Meier’s military career was highlighted for Women’s History Month. (U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Joshua Taeckens)

New Medical Provider Trends Dashboard available
August 12, 2020

Army Reserve Medical Command supports COVID-19 federal response efforts
August 5, 2020
Army Reserve Medical Command supports COVID-19 federal response efforts

Air Force cancels 2020 Marathon, offers virtual option
June 10, 2020
Fireworks go off at the start off the Air Force Marathon held on Sept. 21 at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. Fireworks at the start line was added to this year’s marathon to add more excitement and entertainment to the race. (U.S. Air Force photo/Wesley Farnsworth)

Air Force signs agreement for oral fluid coronavirus testing at Air Force installations
April 20, 2020
Coronavirus Disease 2019 Rotator Graphic for af.mil. (U.S. Air Force Graphic by Rosario "Charo" Gutierrez)

Medical, dental elective procedures will be postponed 60 days due to COVID-19
March 25, 2020
Lori Elliott, 325th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron dental technician, examines a patient at Tyndall Air Force Base, Mar. 4, 2020.  Dental assistants are recognized for the critical part they play in patient care. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Kayla Fitzgerald)

Air Force is protecting Airmen while protecting the nation
March 25, 2020
F-22 Raptor

Basic Military Training graduation parade canceled at JBSA-Lackland
March 12, 2020
BMT graduation

DOD issues flexible instructions on response to Coronavirus
March 10, 2020
One hundred forty-seven passengers traveling from China’s Hubei province arrived at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Feb. 7. They evacuated China to avoid infection by the 2019 Novel Coronavirus, spreading from the city of Wuhan, the epicenter of the global epidemic.

Nurse enlisted commissioning program application window now open
December 26, 2019
Graphic depicting the news release on the Academic Year 2020 Nurse Enlisted Commissioning Program requirements

JBSA leaders discuss mold remediation in dorms, way forward
August 2, 2019
Members of the 502nd Civil Engineering Group remove carpet from a dorm room impacted by mold August 1, 2019, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. After an assessment, remediation steps include ensuring heating, ventilation and air conditions systems are properly working, as well as installing dehumidifiers, exhaust and ceiling fans. In order to reduce mold and humidity challenges, carpeting is being replaced with vinyl planking. (U.S. Air Force photo by Sean M. Worrell)