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Conference of the American Armies participants support human rights in the age of partnership
December 20, 2016 — The Conference of the American Armies met from Nov. 28 to Dec. 3 in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, to discuss and agree on combined goals regarding human rights, specifically the rights of those who have been affected by a natural disaster... MORE

(From left) Dr. Bridget Gersten, the State Department’s foreign policy/political advisor assigned to U.S. Army South; Lt. Col. Javier Rivera Rosaria, Staff Judge Advocate for U.S. Army South; and Enrique Labrador, U.S. Army’s liaison officer to the Conference of American Armies, all attended specialized conference on human rights Nov. 28 to Dec. 3 in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.

Army Surgeon General praises staff during BAMC visit
December 20, 2016 — Lt. Gen. Nadja West, the U.S. Army Surgeon General and commanding general of U.S. Army Medical Command, visited Brooke Army Medical Center Dec. 14 for the first time since she became surgeon general to learn about the BAMC mission and visit patients and staff members... MORE

Lt. Gen. Nadja West (right), U.S. Army Surgeon General, talks with Army Staff Sgt. Peter Dubey during her visit to the Center for the Intrepid at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Dec. 14.

Women’s health clinic open to all women
December 19, 2016 — Upon entering the Women’s Health Clinic waiting room at the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center and seeing expectant mothers and their spouses, it is easy to think of the clinic strictly as the... MORE

Expectant mothers receiving care at the 59th Medical Wing’s Women’s Health Clinic attend a Mom Strong session at the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Dec. 1, 2016. Considered one of the wing’s specialty care clinics, the clinic offers a wide-range of obstetrical and gynecological services and is open to all women regardless of pregnancy status or age. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Jerilyn Quintanilla)

59th MDG Women’s Health Clinic open to all JBSA women
December 19, 2016 — Upon entering the Women’s Health Clinic waiting room at the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center and seeing expectant mothers and their spouses, it is easy to think of the clinic strictly as the... MORE

MTI gives trainees a dose of reality at BEAST site
December 16, 2016 — Basic Military Training might give Airmen the tools to succeed in their career field, but the Basic Expeditionary Airman Skills Training site – the BEAST – gives them a much simpler gift: the tools to... MORE

Staff Sgt. Britney Simpson (left), 319th Training Squadron military training instructor, directs trainees on proper escalation of force procedures during a training exercise Sept. 28 at the Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland
Medina Annex. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marissa Garner)

Hanukkah: Being a light in the darkness
December 16, 2016 — Hanukkah, which is celebrated this year from sundown Dec. 24 to sundown Jan. 1, is known as the Festival of Lights. It is a time when Jews around the world celebrate the miracle of the Maccabees, the... MORE

Hanukkah, which is celebrated this year from sundown Dec. 24 to sundown Jan. 1, is known as the Festival of Lights. Following Hanukkah tradition, one candle is lit each night throughout eight days to honor the miracle of the Hanukkah lights. The 502nd Air Base Wing Chaplain’s Office gives Airmen in basic training and technical school the opportunity to attend the traditional ceremony and enjoy traditional Hanukkah refreshments and activities afterward. (Courtesy Photo)

JBSA Weather Advisory for Dec. 17-19
December 16, 2016 — A strong cold front is expected to push across the JBSA area late Saturday (Dec. 17) evening.There is a strong chance of rain and isolated thunderstorms as the cold front moves across the area.Expect... MORE

Language program officials announce 2017 application dates
December 15, 2016 — The Air Force Culture and Language Center has released dates for the 2017 Air Force ROTC and U.S. Air Force Academy cadet and active duty application windows and selection boards for the Language... MORE

Officials with the Air Force Culture and Language Center have released dates for Air Force ROTC cadet and active-duty Airmen 2017 selection boards for the Language Enabled Airman Program.

Life after loss: One Air Force family’s journey to recovery
December 15, 2016 — Nine months ago, Air Force Lt. Col. Melchizedek “Kato” Martinez, a career tactical communications officer, was welcomed home from another combat deployment, a constant in the Martinez family. His... MORE

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Melchizedek “Kato” Martinez (center) and two of his children, Kianni (left) and Kimo (right) pose for a photo after an extensive rehabilitation session at the Center for the Intrepid at Joint Base San Antonio- Fort Sam Houston, Texas, Dec. 7, 2016. During the Brussels Airport bombing March 22, 2016, that tragically killed his wife and injured him and his children, Kato and his children have faced a long road to recovery with determination and resiliency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Chip Pons)

59th TRG molds new Airmen
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Tech. Sgt. Elizabeth Blades, a dental laboratory apprentice course instructor, demonstrates a technique for carving out partial dentures at the Medical Education and Training Campus on Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Oct. 20, 2016. Blades is one of 10 Air Force instructors, all of whom are assigned to the 381st Training Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Jerilyn Quintanilla)

Collaboration emphasized at 2016 Regional Border Commanders Conference
December 14, 2016 — Collaboration was the word of the week at the 2016 Regional Border Commanders Conference as military and law enforcement leaders from Mexico and the United States met at U.S. Army North headquarters at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Nov. 29 through Dec. 1 to discuss how to better address issues along their borders. ... MORE

‘Lily pads’ brighten pediatric patients’ stay at BAMC
December 14, 2016 — Annabelle Johnson was all smiles as she sat on her new bright blue, turtle-covered IV pole “lily pad” in an inpatient pediatric ward at Brooke Army Medical Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston. The 19-month-old held on tight as her father, U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Evan Johnson, moved her down the hallway... MORE

Amaya Mali (right) presents several IV pole “lily pads” to Maj. Carla Cox, pediatric clinical nurse specialist. Mali and two other students from the Westlake Robotics Club in Austin, Texas, donated 10 of the wooden pads to Brooke Army Medical Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Dec. 1.

264th Medical Battalion takes part in East Terrell Hills Elementary School Career Day
December 14, 2016 — Soldiers from the 264th Medical Battalion at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston participated in Career Day at East Terrell Hills Elementary School Dec. 2 as part of the battalion’s Adopt-A-School program... MORE

Staff Sgt. Christopher Magnuson from the 264th Medical Battalion at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston shows students how to see bacteria and pathogens under a microscope.

Adaptive reconditioning: aiming with a purpose
December 14, 2016 — With the conclusion of Warrior Care Month, it is fitting to end on a note that points to the beginning of a new year. When a service member is wounded, ill or injured, it takes more than 30 days to heal. It sometimes takes months, even years to adjust to a new normal. One way wounded warriors show their strength is through adaptive reconditioning. ... MORE

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Tiffany Rodriguez-Rexroad, Bravo Company, Warrior Transition Battalion, Brooke Army Medical Center, inspects her air rifle before firing during a training session at Central Catholic High School, San Antonio, Texas, Nov. 10, 2016. The training is part of the WTB’s adaptive reconditioning program. (U.S. Army photo by Robert A. Whetstone/Released)

AMEDD-TV expands, modernizes multimedia approach through today
December 14, 2016 — In July 1967, the Fort Sam Houston News Leader post newspaper announced the launching of the most modern and complete medical closed-circuit television system at any military establishment by the Educational Television Division of the Medical Field Service School, or MFSS... MORE

On location shooting “The Spirit of Courage” video in 2007, one of AMEDD-TV's productions.

Annual JBSA Volunteer of the Year Award ceremony recognizes year-round efforts by many
December 14, 2016 — The 2017 Joint Base San Antonio Volunteer Award Ceremony recognizes outstanding and innovative volunteer efforts by the JBSA volunteer community, to include all branches of service... MORE

Winter safety tips for safe, happy holidays
December 14, 2016 — While winters in San Antonio may be milder than other parts of the country, temperature drops means there are still precautions that should be taken to ensure your family’s safety. Likewise, many... MORE

While winters in San Antonio may be milder than other parts of the country, temperature drops means there are still precautions that should be taken to ensure your family’s safety. For inclement weather notifications and current, automated information on base operating status during a natural disaster, crisis or emergency, call the JBSA Straight Talk Line at 466-4630.

59 MDW on ‘ALRT’: Medics sustain patient in the air
December 13, 2016 — The Air Force’s 59th Medical Wing sprang into action Dec. 12 when military medics transported a patient with cystic fibrosis from San Antonio to California.The 59th Medical Wing’s Acute Lung Rescue... MORE

2nd Lt. Andrea Perez, member of the 59th Medical Wing Acute Lung Rescue Transport team, monitor a patient onboard a C-130J Super Hercules, Dec. 12, 2016. The 59th Medical Wing’s Acute Lung Rescue Team provided medical care for a military dependent, during the four-hour flight.. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Jason Huddleston)

JBSA taxi provides services for members on official business
December 13, 2016 — When members at Joint Base San Antonio locations need a ride for work-related functions, they call on the 502nd Logistics Readiness Squadron military taxi to help them get to their... MORE

Donald Cruz, 502nd Logistics Readiness Squadron vehicle operator, inspects his taxi Dec. 6 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. When members at Joint Base San Antonio locations need a ride for work-related functions, they call on the 502nd Logistics Readiness Squadron military taxi to help them get to their destination.

JBSA offers chapel services for holiday season
December 12, 2016 — Joint Base San Antonio chapels have announced the following holiday services for 2016: Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam HoustonAll services will be held at the Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston... MORE