Regular flossing, good oral hygiene saves lives

       I am certain that many of you visit your dentist regularly and receive the lecture on brushing and flossing daily, but despite your good intent have failed to floss regularly. Now new clinical evidence gives you reason to try harder.        Recent studies in medical journals, like the Journal

Do you get SAD at certain times of the year? Seasonal Affective Disorder

       Some people suffer from symptoms of depression during the winter months, with symptoms subsiding during the spring and summer months. This may be a sign of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).        SAD is a mood disorder associated with depression episodes and related to seasonal variations

Wing establishes first Reserve Enlisted Association Chapter

       Since 1948, the Reserve Enlisted Association (REA), inspired by the Reserve Officer Association (ROA), was an idea of repose until Sept. 3, 2003, when a conversation finally set the wheels back in motion and the REA became incorporated.        However, it doesn’t stop there. Although it was

President visits 911th Airlift Wing

Elimination of drug abuse in the military

     Being a military member and doing drugs is probably one of the quickest ways to ruin a career. With mandatory random drug testing, it’s only a matter of time before you get caught.      Two decades ago, the military was confronting a massive drug problem. In some outfits and overseas bases, the

Remain focused: "In-Compliance" our only option

     An In-Compliance grade on a Unit Compliance Inspection (UCI) is well within the grasp of all 911th Airlift Wing units. During a UCI, inspectors evaluate compliance with Public Law and Department of Defense and Air Force directives. The UCI team will use a three-tier grading system:

911th medical units unite for training

     Typically, the 911th Aeromedical Staging Squadron (ASTS) and 911th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron (AES) perform exercises in their separate and unique squadrons. Most recently though, they decided to unite in their efforts and engage in a mass casualty patient movement exercise.      Patriot

32nd deploys to Manas, Kyrgyzstan

     The 32nd Aerial Port Squadron deployed 21 Airmen to Manas, Kyrgyzstan in early January. This deployment is unique because Manas is one of four locations chosen by the 22nd Air Force, as opposed to a location being assigned to the squadron. Most deployments, Airmen don’t have a choice in where

Air Force releases new mission statement

The realities of the world have changed dramatically since the creation of the Air Force in 1947 and continue to change almost daily. With these changes in mind, Air Force leaders released a new mission statement Dec. 7 that defines the current and future direction of the Air Force. "Today, our

Drug use - Rolling the dice, taking chances

Over the past few years AFRC has noticed an increase in the number of Airmen testing positive for drug use. This can probably be attributed to many things, numerous deployments, pressures at home, peer pressure, stress from a job or just the prevalence and glamorization of drugs in our society.