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How referrals work with your TRICARE Prime Plan
March 24, 2022 — Are you enrolled in a TRICARE Prime plan? Then you have a primary care manager, or PCM, to handle your basic primary health care services. But what if you need specialty treatment, like from a cardiologist to evaluate a possible heart problem or a dermatologist to check a mole that’s changed? In that case, your PCM needs to submit a referral for you to see a specialist... MORE

Army implements ACFT based on scores, RAND study, Soldier feedback
March 24, 2022 — Following an in-depth independent review by RAND and a three-year evaluation period with Soldier feedback, the Army announced March 23 the implementation of the revised Army Combat Fitness Test, which begins April 1... MORE

Application window opens for Olympic hopefuls
March 24, 2022 — The application window for Airmen, Guardians, Reservists and Guardsmen who dream of Olympic competition is now open. Department of the Air Force and Space Force athletes have 45 days to apply to begin their training with the hopes of competing in the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, France. Once accepted into the program, athletes train full-time for the chance to represent the DAF and the nation on the world stage. ... MORE

AFSFC transforming Defender readiness with realistic training curriculum
March 24, 2022 — The Air Force Security Forces Center is transforming Defender readiness with two new courses designed to challenge security forces members with a more realistic representation of a deployed environment... MORE

960th CW hosts total-force additional-duty first sergeant symposium
March 24, 2022 — The 960th Cyberspace Wing First Sergeants’ Council organized and hosted a total-force additional-duty first sergeant symposium at the Robert D. Gaylor NCO Academy here, March 7-10... MORE

Do you see me? Chief’s ‘true colors’ impart wisdom, enhance understanding
March 24, 2022 — She grew up in a small town 45 minutes west of St. Louis. Lost her mom at the age of 13 to a drunk driver. Raised her younger sister. Then, at the age of 18, decided it was time to leave the double-wide home in the country... MORE

6 things you should know about JBSA-Lackland’s CGO Council
March 23, 2022 — JBSA-Lackland’s Company Grade Officer Council invites every lieutenant and captain (O1-O3) to become an active member. The CGOC, a private organization operating outside the chain of command, provides opportunities for networking, growth and unique encounters with the mission... MORE

U.S. Army adds Hawaii, Germany as guaranteed duty station choices for new recruits
March 22, 2022 — The U.S. Army has added Hawaii and Germany to the list of guaranteed assignment locations for 16 different occupations... MORE

I Am AFIMSC award winner: Master Sgt. Mel Flores
March 22, 2022 — Master Sgt. Mel Flores is the February #IAMIMSC award winner... MORE

Fighting fire with fire: AFCEC program combats increasing wildland fire risk
March 22, 2022 — Prescribed burns, often described as the most important tool in managing fire-dependent ecosystems, are lighting up landscapes on and near Air Force installations from coast to coast. Under the watchful eyes of the Air Force Civil Engineer Center’s Wildland Fire Branch, the fires are lit to reduce potential fuels like grass and other vegetation to ensure future wildfires don’t turn catastrophic. ... MORE

149th Maintenance Squadron Gunfighters grind metal, keep aircraft flying
March 22, 2022 — Aircraft metals technicians with the 149th Maintenance Squadron play a crucial role in how aircraft function when they weld, fabricate and custom-make its metal components... MORE

Getting TRICARE coverage for your new child
March 22, 2022 — Welcoming a new child into the family is a joyous event. But there’s also much to do, and much to learn, especially for first-time parents. How will you handle your new child’s health care coverage? As a TRICARE beneficiary, what’s the best way to extend your coverage to your baby?... MORE

U.S. Army offers to pay off student loan debt for new recruits
March 22, 2022 — The U.S. Army offers a special incentive to qualified applicants, guaranteeing up to $65,000 in student loan repayment for previously earned education... MORE

Air Force plans demos, performances for Air Force Day at the Alamo April 2
March 22, 2022 — Air Education and Training Command officials will hold the annual Air Force Day at the Alamo from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 4, 2022, at the Alamo Plaza in downtown San Antonio. The event is free and open to the public... MORE

DOD works to increase meaningful participation of women in security, defense institutions
March 22, 2022 — Advancing women, peace and security is not just about doing the right thing — it also translates to strategic, operational and tactical gains, making the Department of Defense a more effective force, the deputy assistant secretary of defense for global partnerships said March 10... MORE

59th Medical Wing: Pulmonary trains for CPET
March 22, 2022 — The Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test is a clinical tool that evaluates exercise capacity and determines cardiac or lung conditions... MORE

U.S. Special Operations Command Korea Command Senior Enlisted Leader visits Special Warfare Training Wing
March 21, 2022 — U.S. Army Command Sgt. Major JoAnn Naumann, command senior enlisted leader, U.S. Special Operations Command Korea, visited the Special Warfare Training Wing March 16 to mentor NCOs and observe the SWTW Assessment and Selection process... MORE

Guide serves as Air Force digital campaign repository
March 21, 2022 — The Department of the Air Force Digital Campaign Guide is an information strongbox for transformation efforts. The repository is a focal point for policy, training information, best practices, news, and resources relating to the digital transformation... MORE

Rated Prep Program students take control of AETC’s Instagram March 23-24
March 19, 2022 — Air Force Rated Preparatory Program, or RPP, students will take control of Air Education and Training Command’s Instagram page @aetc_firstcommand March 23-24, 2022, to give an exclusive look at how the program provides Airmen a unique opportunity to gain and strengthen basic aviation skills... MORE

Feedback Fridays
March 18, 2022 — If you have a question or concern, please send an email to 502ABW.PA.official@us.af.mil using the subject line “Feedback Fridays.”... MORE