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2023 Heroes of Military Medicine San Antonio Awards honors local Department of Defense public-private partnerships in San Antonio
October 16, 2023 — To bring the story of Military City USA’s unique military and civilian medical research and clinical care collaborations to national and global attention, the Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc., hosted its 2023 Heroes of Military Medicine San Antonio Awards Program at The Red Berry Estate... MORE

SAN ANTONIO – (Oct. 12, 2023) – Lt. Rachel Robeck, of Atlanta, a Navy Emergency Medicine physician assistant assigned to Naval Medical Research Unit (NAMRU) San Antonio, was recognized as a Hero of Military Medicine honoree during the 2023 Heroes of Military Medicine San Antonio Awards Program held at The Red Berry Estate. Presenting the award was retired U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Joseph Caravalho, president and CEO of the Henry M. Jackson Foundation (HJF) for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc., joined by NAMRU Commanding Officer Capt. Jennifer Buechel. The awards program, hosted by the HJF, recognized exception community leaders who advance military medicine in and around the greater San Antonio area. The event brought the story of Military City USA’s unique military and civilian medical research and clinical care collaborations to national and global attention. NAMRU San Antonio’s mission is to conduct gap driven combat casualty care, craniofacial, and directed energy research to improve survival, operational readiness, and safety of Department of Defense (DoD) personnel engaged in routine and expeditionary operations. It is one of the leading research and development laboratories for the U.S. Navy under the DoD and is one of eight subordinate research commands in the global network of laboratories operating under the Naval Medical Research Command in Silver Spring, Md. (U.S. Navy photo by Burrell Parmer, NAMRU San Antonio Public Affairs/Released)

Sixteenth Air Force Cyber Warrior shares ancestors’ legacy during Hispanic Heritage Month
October 16, 2023 — Hispanic Heritage Month pays tribute to generations of Hispanic Americans who made notable contributions, enriching the nation while adding diversity and inclusion to the Air Force. This is especially true for Mr. Daniel Lopez, Sixteenth Air Force of the Department of the Air Force Assessment and Authorization Branch. Lopez’s great-great aunt Jovita Idar influenced the nation as a diversity and inclusion pioneer... MORE

Daniel Lopez, 16th Air Force, Department of the Air Force Assessment and Authorization Branch, poses next to his great-great aunt Jovita Idar's coin for the 2023 American Women Quarters Program series, San Antonio, Sept. 16, 2023.

Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Secure Our World
October 13, 2023 — Since 2004, the President of the United States and Congress have declared the month of October to be Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a dedicated month for the public and private sectors to work together to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity... MORE

AFIMSC teams with GameX for GameX23 Drone Guardians Tournament Oct. 20-21
October 13, 2023 — The GameX23 Drone Guardians Tournament is coming to San Antonio Oct. 20-21 and it’s your chance to help the Department of the Air Force test Airmen and Guardian decision-making in a contested environment through scenarios on a gaming platform... MORE

Practice eye safety during upcoming annular eclipse
October 13, 2023 — The Sun is never completely blocked by the Moon during an annular solar eclipse. Therefore, during an annular eclipse, it is never safe to look directly at the Sun without specialized eye protection designed for solar viewing... MORE

A solar filter is attached to the Sun-facing end of a telescope.

Army digital transformation: Laying the foundation
October 13, 2023 — The Army becoming a data-centric, technology-driven service is one of the Secretary of the Army Christine E. Wormuth’s top objectives... MORE

From Ship to Shore – Navy Medicine gets real, and better, about patient movement
October 13, 2023 — Even under ideal conditions, the urgent or emergent movement of ill or injured Sailors and Marines from ship to shore can be a complex operation. These transfers can occur at night and in poor weather conditions, adding an extra layer of challenges... MORE

Army chief of staff outlines service priorities at AUSA
October 13, 2023 — Simplifying the way the Army trains and builds teams while continuously transforming the force are among the focus areas of the Army’s new Chief of Staff Gen. Randy A. George... MORE

San Antonio recognizes Navy’s 248th Birthday at City Council Session
October 13, 2023 — Sailors assigned to Naval Medical Forces Support Command (NMFSC), Naval Medical Research Unit (NAMRU) San Antonio, Navy Talent Acquisition Group (NTAG) San Antonio, and Navy veterans gathered at Municipal Plaza Oct. 12 during a San Antonio City Council Session to honor the Navy’s 248th birthday with a traditional cake cutting... MORE

Capt. Walter Brafford, commander, Naval Medical Forces Support Command (NMFSC) and director, U.S. Navy Dental Corps, assisted by San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg, cuts a cake in recognition of the U.S. Navy’s 248th birthday during a City Council Session held at the Municipal Plaza. Joining Brafford at the session were Sailors from NMFSC, Naval Medical Research Unit (NAMRU) San Antonio, Navy Talent Acquisition Group (NTAG) San Antonio, and Navy veterans. (U.S. Navy photo by Burrell Parmer, NAMRU San Antonio Public Affairs/Released)

Around the Air Force: T-7A Red Hawks start testing, Diversity and Inclusion Conference, hypersonic weapons familiarization
October 13, 2023 — In this week’s look around the Air Force, a new training aircraft is being put through its paces, the DAF focuses on diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility at a special conference, and crews from AFGSC and ACC come together to learn about hypersonic weapons... MORE

In this week’s look around the Air Force, a new training aircraft is being put through its paces, the Department of the Air Force focuses on diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility at a special conference, and crews from Global Strike and Air Combat Command come together to learn about hypersonic weapons.

'Ask an MTI' informs recruiters, helps bridge the gap for recruits heading to BMT
October 12, 2023 — For recruits heading to Basic Military Training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, connecting with a Military Training Instructor online prior to their departure is proving to help ease the transition from civilian to Airman. ... MORE

Army physician assistants: Strategically shaping the future of military healthcare
October 12, 2023 — The start of National Physician Assistants Week, celebrating the legacy and service of physician assistants, was paralleled by the insightful deliberations of the first-ever Medical Warfighting Forum hosted by Maj. Gen. Michael Talley, U.S. Medical Center of Excellence commanding general, and was held Oct. 4-5 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland... MORE

BAMC doc helps care for unresponsive child on plane
October 12, 2023 — A Brooke Army Medical Center physician put his skills to the test on a flight back to San Antonio when a child on the plane became unresponsive... MORE

Choosing between TRICARE Prime and TRICARE Select
October 12, 2023 — Want to learn more about choosing between TRICARE Prime and TRICARE Select during the TRICARE Open Season? Then join us for the “Choosing Between Prime and TRICARE Select” webinar on Oct. 26 at 2 p.m. to learn more about this year’s open season... MORE

TRICARE Open Season Webinar Oct. 26, 1-2pm ET

‘Powering Possibility’ at Department of the Air Force installations
October 12, 2023 — Embracing the Department of the Air Force’s three-year theme of “Powering Possibility,” the installation energy program is pursuing a series of pilot initiatives that showcase the department’s forward-looking approach to energy innovation and powering the future force in the face of growing operational threats... MORE

100th Air Refueling Wing flies through the air

Gateway Chapel at JBSA-Lackland reopens
October 12, 2023 — After a year of extensive renovations, the Gateway Chapel has reopened its doors. For many, this chapel holds a special place in their hearts, as it's where countless trainees have found solace and strength during Basic Military Training... MORE

CYBER HYGIENE | Good cybersecurity hygiene protects work, at-home networks.
October 11, 2023 — Air Force Network users must practice safe internet hygiene techniques to keep networks safe from cybercrime. These techniques are very important not only in the Department of Defense, but also at home... MORE

Sixteenth Air Force, San Antonio industry partners join to combat cyber threats
October 11, 2023 — The Department of Defense doesn’t limit Cyber Awareness to one month; they focus on securing the nation daily, with the help of intelligence community partners. During October’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Sixteenth Air Force members joined with local San Antonio industry partners to discuss securing information networks and protecting the nation against cyber threats at a cyber conference held at the Boeing Center at Tech Port in San Antonio Oct. 4... MORE

16th Air Force technical director speaks to more than 100 attendees about cyber threats at Cyber Horizons event.

Remembering Capt. Jennifer M. Moreno 10 years later
October 11, 2023 — Oct. 6, 2023 marks the 10th year since Madigan Army Medical Center lost its only Soldier in combat in the War on Terror. It was an attack that reportedly wounded 30 Army Rangers and killed a total of four Soldiers. Capt. Jennifer M. Moreno, a nurse at Madigan, died during the attack embodying a cornerstone of the Army Values and a vital component of the Soldier’s Creed: “I will never leave a fallen comrade.” ... MORE

Capt. Jennifer Moreno, a registered nurse stationed at Madigan Army Medical Center, made the ultimate sacrifice during a tour in Afghanistan as she was fatally wounded while aiding a fellow soldier during a battle in 2013.

Inaugural Torch Athena conference brings female Airmen, Guardians together
October 11, 2023 — Women from across AETC convened in the heart of San Antonio for the first-ever Torch Athena Conference between September 19- 21. The event is dedicated to celebrating the efforts and milestones of women in the Air Force, as well as discussing how to lower barriers to service and to further equality within the service... MORE