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February 2018 marks 75th anniversary of the first formal graduation of U.S. Air Force flight nurses
February 7, 2018 — Seventy-five years ago, on Feb. 18, 1943, the School of Air Evacuation held its first formal flight nurse graduation. Organized at Bowman Field, Ky., on Oct. 6, 1942, the school trained flight surgeons, flight nurses and flight technicians to care for patients during aeromedical transport. ... MORE

Members of the U.S. Army Flight Nurse Corps in 1943, displaying the various types of Army Nurse Corps uniforms. From left to right, 2nd Lt. Wilma Vinsant, in regulation blue winter uniform, Army Nurse Corps; 2nd Lt. Edith M. Roe; 2nd Lt. Ethel Guffey; 2nd Lt. Jane Orme, winter flying suit and 2nd Lt. Adela Besse, the gray flying suit with slacks.

Brooke Army Medical Center staff member confirmed with Legionella bacteria
February 7, 2018 — A Brooke Army Medical Center staff member who works in Building 15 was confirmed to have Legionella bacteria Feb 6... MORE

A Brooke Army Medical Center staff member who works in Building 15 was confirmed to have Legionella bacteria Feb 6.

IRS tax tips help people guard against identity theft
February 7, 2018 — Tax season is here and so is the increased risk of identity theft... MORE

Fort Sam Houston Elementary School class bugs out during entomologist visit
February 6, 2018 — A group of second graders in the gifted and talented program at Fort Sam Houston Elementary School learned about insects from Dr. William Miller, U.S. Army Environmental Command entomologist, Jan. 31... MORE

Second-grade students at Fort Sam Houston Elementary School observe a tarantula being handled by Dr. William Miller, U.S. Army Environmental Command entomologist, Jan. 31. Miller came to the gifted and talented program class of Laura Lamoureux to talk to the children about insects and arachnids, including their characteristics and how they can grow from an immature form to an adult.

Army North helps kick off rodeo season at Western Heritage Parade & Cattle Drive
February 5, 2018 — The Fort Sam Houston Caisson Section marched in the 11th annual Western Heritage Parade & Cattle Drive in downtown San Antonio Feb. 3... MORE

The Fort Sam Houston Caisson Section marched in the 11th annual Western Heritage Parade & Cattle Drive in downtown San Antonio Feb. 3.

Retiree News: Defense Finance and Accounting Service must know when life changes occur
February 5, 2018 — Retirees must keep the Defense Finance and Accounting Service informed whenever changes happen that could affect retired pay... MORE

Retirees must keep the Defense Finance and Accounting Service informed whenever changes happen that could affect retired pay.

Air Force Finance Workshop Focuses on Training, Process Improvement
February 5, 2018 — Staff Sgt. Amber Gonzalez and Airman 1st Class Femke Vargas can’t wait to return home to Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico from their recent trip to the 2018 Financial Services Air Force Workshop in San Antonio, Texas. Motivated by the variety of training topics, instruction, and crosstalk with more than 300 peers from across the Air Force, Gonzalez and Vargas are returning to their team with a better understanding of financial services support... MORE

More than 300 Air Force financial customer service technicians received training and updates on issues, policies, and processes during a workshop in San Antonio, Jan. 29-Feb. 2.

Safety of DOD Members, Families Drives Electronic Device Review
February 2, 2018 — The safety and security of Defense Department members and their families is Defense Secretary James N. Mattis’ top priority as he reviews the use of electronic devices at DOD locations worldwide, chief Pentagon spokesperson Dana W. White said Feb. 1... MORE

A service member looks at a fitness app on his smartphone at the Pentagon, Feb. 1, 2018. The Defense Department is concerned about a “possible vulnerability” of the use of GPS-enabled electronic devices after a Strava heat map showed the routes of exercise enthusiasts who used the app to track their fitness activities, including at military installations worldwide.

Tet Offensive veterans changed the way security forces operates
February 2, 2018 — Members of the Vietnam Security Police Association, along with close family, gathered outside the Security Forces Museum at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland on a breezy day for a ceremony to honor and remember the service members who fought and died on the 50th anniversary of the 1968 Tet Offensive, Jan. 31, 2018... MORE

Surviving veterans part of the Tet Offensive (Jan. 31, 1968) and their loved ones gathered for a commemoration ceremony and presentation of the Security Forces Battle Cross to the Security Forces Museum at Joint Base San Antonio- Lackland, Texas Jan. 31, 2018. Guest speaker retired Col. Bernie DeNisio (Security Police), Silver Star recipient spoke on the events of that operation and how it changed the course of history.

Diabetes prevention program tested by WHASC shows promising results
February 2, 2018 — “I wish I knew this 30 years ago,” is a common feeling among Air Force veterans after receiving diabetes education. Like most of the 89 million Americans with pre-diabetes, many active duty Airmen do not know the ways they can prevent or delay the onset of diabetes... MORE

1 in 3 Americans are have prediabetes. Research has shown that we can delay and even prevent the onset of diabetes through simple lifestyle changes that can make significant, positive changes in our health.

Take command: Increases to TRICARE Pharmacy copayments take effect
February 2, 2018 — Copayments for prescription drugs at TRICARE Pharmacy Home Delivery and retail pharmacies saw an increase starting Feb. 1. These changes are required by law and affect TRICARE beneficiaries who are not active duty service members. ... MORE

On Feb. 1, copayments for prescription drugs at TRICARE Pharmacy Home Delivery and retail pharmacies increased. These changes are required by law and affect TRICARE beneficiaries who are not active duty service members.

Modernized Move.mil website launched
February 2, 2018 — U.S. Transportation Command, in partnership with the Air Force Digital Service, recently launched a modernized version of the Move.mil website, the Department of Defense’s official portal to prepare for service members’ upcoming household goods move. ... MORE

U.S. Transportation Command, in partnership with the Air Force Digital Service, recently launched a modernized version of the Move.mil website, the Department of Defense’s official portal to prepare for service members’ upcoming household goods move.

JBSA youth centers start baseball, softball registration
February 1, 2018 — Youth centers throughout Joint Base San Antonio are accepting applications for baseball and softball leagues... MORE

Outstanding security forces officer selected by Air Education and Training Command
February 1, 2018 — Capt. Nathan Spradley of Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph’s 902nd Security Forces Squadron has been named as the Outstanding Security Forces Company Grade Officer for 2017 by Air and Education Training Command... MORE

Capt. Nathan G. Spradley won the Outstanding Security Forces Company Grade Officer Award for the Air Education & Training Command 2017 Security Forces Individual Award Winners.

DOD Seeks to Connect With America Through ‘This Is Your Military’ Initiative
February 1, 2018 — The Department of Defense has launched an initiative called “This Is Your Military” to highlight the work of service members, dispel myths about military service, and increase awareness among the American people, the deputy assistant to the secretary of defense for outreach announced last month... MORE

The Defense Department launched its “This Is Your Military” initiative Feb. 1 to highlight the work of the men and women of the military, dispel myths about military service and increase awareness among the American public.

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month
February 1, 2018 — Dating violence affects the lives of hundreds of thousands of teenagers each year... MORE

Dating violence affects the lives of hundreds of thousands of teenagers each year.

Army Judge Advocate General Corps leadership visits JBSA-Fort Sam Houston
February 1, 2018 — Army Maj. Gen. Stuart W. Risch, U.S. Army deputy Judge Advocate General, visited Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston for an Article 6 inspection Jan. 9... MORE

Soldiers and civilians pose for a photo before Maj. Gen. Stuart W. Risch, the deputy Judge Advocate General for the U.S. Army, delivers his State of Corps address Jan. 9 at the Donald Evans Auditorium at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston. The purpose of address was to inform the attendees about what to expect during the Article 6 visit.

Getting to know the Wilford Hall Department of Dermatology
February 1, 2018 — The 59th Medical Wing Department of Dermatology, located in the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, is one of the largest and most capable dermatology clinics in the country providing world-class medical and surgical care for diseases of the skin, hair, and nails... MORE

Just get it done – vaccinations play vital readiness role
January 30, 2018 — Airmen deploy around the world to many different continents, countries and environments. Assignments to these locations expose Airmen to unique health risks, including infectious diseases rarely seen in the U.S. Staying current with all required vaccinations is vital to ensuring Airmen are mission ready... MORE

Airmen deploy around the world to many different continents, countries and environments. Assignments to these locations expose Airmen to unique health risks, including infectious diseases rarely seen in the U.S. Staying current with all required vaccinations is vital to ensuring Airmen are mission ready

Take command: Urgent care now easier to access
January 30, 2018 — As of Jan. 1, 2018, most TRICARE Prime enrollees no longer need a referral for urgent care visits and point-of-service charges no longer apply for urgent care claims... MORE