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Air Force deploys metrics, quantifies value of medical readiness
September 28, 2018 — As the Defense Health Agency assumes management of Air Force military treatment facilities, one of the most important challenges facing the Air Force is its ability to maintain the readiness mission hospitals and clinics support... MORE

As the Defense Health Agency assumes management of Air Force military treatment facilities, one of the most important challenges facing the Air Force is its ability to maintain the readiness mission hospitals and clinics support.

Trusted Care everywhere is not going anywhere
September 28, 2018 — As the Defense Health Agency assumes authority, direction and control of military treatment facilities, the Air Force Medical Service will remain steadfast on its Trusted Care journey towards higher reliability and Zero Harm... MORE

An Airman holds up his Trusted Care badge at the Defense Health Headquarters, Sep. 19, 2018. The Defense Health Agency will assume authority, direction and control of military treatment facilities. On Oct. 1, 2018, four Air Force medical facilities will begin this transition. The process completes Oct. 1, 2021, when all 76 Air Force medical facilities will be under DHA control. Throughout this transition, medical Airmen will still implement the Trusted Care principles and deliver safe, patient-centered care to the warfighter and their families.

Feedback Fridays
September 28, 2018 — Feedback Fridays is a weekly forum that aims to connect the 502d Air Base Wing with members of the Joint Base San Antonio community. Questions are collected during commander's calls, town hall... MORE

October is Energy Action Month: ‘Energy Resilience Enables Army Readiness’
September 28, 2018 — October is Energy Action Month. This year, the Army’s theme is “Energy Resilience Enables Army Readiness.” Energy is vital for the Army to perform its mission and support global operations... MORE

The month of October is recognized as Energy Action Month throughout U.S. government agencies. Energy Action Month is a reminder of the importance energy plays in the military’s mission.

59th Medical Wing Airman performs Heimlich; saves life
September 27, 2018 — Recently, a quick-thinking Airman saved a person’s life at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland... MORE

Master Sgt. Andre C. Denson, medical equipment management section chief, at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Medical Center on Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, recently saved a life when he performed the Heimlich maneuver on a patron who was choking in the WHASC’s food court area.

Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center opens Family Emergency Center
September 27, 2018 — After seven years, the 59th Medical Wing will once again have an emergency center. The grand opening of the Family Emergency Center, currently known as the Urgent Care Center, is scheduled for Oct. 1 at 11a.m. at the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center... MORE

The grand opening of the Family Emergency Center, currently known as the Urgent Care Center, is scheduled for 11 a.m. Oct. 1 at the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center.

FSHISD Public Meeting Oct. 18
September 27, 2018 — The Fort Sam Houston Independent School District has posted a notice of a public meeting to discuss the FSHISD's state financial accountability rating at 11 a.m. Oct. 18... MORE

Fort Sam Houston Independent School District will hold a public meeting at 11 a.m. Oct. 18 in the Media Center Building of Robert G. Cole High School at 4001 Winans Road, San Antonio, Texas.

Former USS Cole command master chief visits Navy students, METC staff
September 27, 2018 — Oct. 12, 2000 was a day retired Command Master Chief James Parlier will never forget. The retired Navy hospital corpsman was serving as the command master chief, the highest enlisted crew member, of the USS Cole when it was attacked while being refueled in Yemen’s Aden harbor. Seventeen Sailors were killed and another 39 were critically wounded... MORE

Retired Master Chief James Parlier observes a student conduct mass casualty training in the Hospital Corpsman Basic program at the Medical Education and Training Campus at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Sept. 21. Parlier is joined by his great nephew, Petty Officer 3rd Class Shelton Carter (left), and HCB instructor Petty Officer 1st Class Renata Williams (right).

Victim Advocates and their role in resiliency
September 27, 2018 — When Airmen become victims of violence, the mission is affected. To make sure these victims are supported in their time of need, members of the Air Force’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Victim Advocate program remain ready to assist 24/7... MORE

All Airmen should be aware of what resources are available for victims and know what role they can play in prevention and response. Sexual assault is extremely traumatizing and can affect an Airman’s well-being and ability to complete the mission. At every base, Airmen have access to a SAPR office staffed by professionals to address the needs of victims.

Battlefield Airmen now developed using tech advantages
September 27, 2018 — The Battlefield Airmen Training Group, with squadrons located at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland; Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico; and Pope Army Airfield, North Carolina, continues pushing boundaries; training innovative, scholarly, tactical athletes for U.S. Special Operations Forces. ... MORE

Exceptional Family Member Program offers service, assistance to families with special needs
September 26, 2018 — Having a family member with special medical or educational needs can be challenging, but the Exceptional Family Member Program is available to assist active duty military personnel with a wide variety of services and referral capabilities... MORE

Valerie Barber, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Exceptional Family Member Program family support coordinator, hands out informational materials at a local resource fair.

Phase 1 of Defense Health Agency transition set to begin
September 25, 2018 — The Defense Health Agency will assume responsibility for the administration and management of healthcare at all military medical treatment facilities through a phased approached starting Oct. 1... MORE

Leaders of the Defense Health Agency and the U.S. Air Force Surgeon General discuss changes made to the 4th Medical Group’s new facility, Sept. 6, 2018, at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina. Military medicine is changing to a single, integrated health system designed around patients and ensuring military medical readiness beginning in Oct. 1, 2018. Over time, the integration and standardization of healthcare will provide patients with a consistent, high-quality health care experience, no matter where they are.

Cloud-based Air Force learning ecosystem to give control and “21st Century speed” to Airmen
September 25, 2018 — Air Education and Training Command officials announced the service’s new cloud-based learning ecosystem is currently in a beta test with four courses, with testing expected to complete in the summer of 2019 and full operational capability expected in early 2020... MORE

Air Education and Training Command officials announced the service’s new cloud-based learning ecosystem is currently in a beta test with four courses, with testing expected to complete in the summer of 2019 and full operational capability expected in early 2020.

AF seeks nominations for 2019 Brig. Gen. Wilma Vaught Award
September 25, 2018 — Air Force officials are seeking nominations for the 2019 Brig. Gen. Wilma Vaught Visionary Leadership Award... MORE

Air Force officials are seeking nominations for the 2019 Brig. Gen. Wilma Vaught Visionary Leadership Award. The award was created and named in honor of Vaught’s outstanding service and dedication to the Air Force and nation, both during her career and after her retirement.

Stopping bullying takes understanding, involvement
September 25, 2018 — Whether it’s physical or verbal, face-to-face or online, bullying can have lasting effects as children grow older. But with the help of parents, educators and experts, this type of harassment can be addressed – or possibly even stopped... MORE

Children can experience social withdrawal, anxiety and depression as a result of bullying. From the Stop Bullying campaign to Military OneSource, resources are available to help parents and their families identify and address bullying.

Getting off tobacco road leads to renewed relief
September 25, 2018 — I always thought about quitting smoking. I hated the taste, the smell on my clothes, the constant coughing and belabored breathing. But I thought it made me feel better emotionally — even though I felt worse physically... MORE

The military offers programs such as UCanQuit2, a Department of Defense educational campaign that includes information on tobacco cessation and round-the-clock help to become tobacco-free.

Reserve Citizen Airmen save life in-flight
September 24, 2018 — An Air Force Reserve aeromedical evacuation crew from the 433rd Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron with the 433rd Airlift Wing, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, was flying to support patient transport missions out of Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland, when they came together to save the life of a man suspected of having a heart attack Sept. 19... MORE

An Air Force Reserve aeromedical evacuation crew from the 433rd Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron with the 433rd Airlift Wing, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, gathers at the airport after saving a life on a commercial flight.

Proclamation sets stage for Domestic Violence Awareness Month at JBSA
September 24, 2018 — Brig. Gen. Laura Lenderman, 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio commander, will sign a proclamation Sept. 25, setting the stage for the installation’s observance of National Domestic... MORE

Vogel Resiliency Center offers Family Life Program workshops
September 21, 2018 — The Family Life Program at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston has relocated from the Military Family & Readiness Center to the Vogel Resiliency Center. The move enables the Family Life Program team to collaborate with other helping agencies within the Vogel Resiliency Center to provide resiliency skills and holistic health to its customers... MORE

The Family Life Program at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston has relocated from the Military Family & Readiness Center to the Vogel Resiliency Center.

Get in the voting game – your vote counts
September 21, 2018 — Football season is in full swing and being a fan of any sport is exciting, especially when you allow yourself to get involved in the game. The same goes for this absentee voting season, as all uniformed service members and their eligible family members can get in the game as one of our country’s biggest fans. ... MORE

According to the U.S. voting laws, every vote is counted.