Sept. 23, 2021 Myths and facts about the vax — debunking common COVID-19 vaccine myths The COVID-19 vaccine has been mandated across the Department of Defense and despite its demonstrated effectiveness and safety, a host of myths have left some Airmen and Guardians hesitant to receive it. While social media posts and some news outlets may make it harder to keep up with what is fact or
June 14, 2021 Current PCS, household goods affected by supply shortages According to a newly released communiqué from the Air Force’s Personal Property Activity Headquarters, “Department of Defense demand this peak (PCS) season has greatly exceeded commercial industry capabilities, largely due to resource constraints associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. Per industry,
Jan. 29, 2021 On the frontlines of a pandemic Many historical events took place in 2020 and most people are ready to move on and focus on the new year. However one thing has followed everyone into 2021, COVID-19.
Dec. 2, 2020 Yokota Medical Group counters COVID cases with augmentee program In response to a spike in COVID-19 cases, 374th Medical Group public health professionals enacted a more aggressive campaign against the virus by tapping into the augmentee program, Nov. 23, Yokota Air Base, Japan.Airmen from a variety of career fields, including mental health, optometry and medical
Nov. 12, 2020 JBER MUNS-man revamps training Ammo troops with the 3rd Munitions Squadron at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, will notice their required training is new and improved this year, thanks in large part to the training section chief.
Oct. 2, 2020 ‘Dicemen’ take comms behind the scenes The 90th Fighter Squadron hosted a first-of-its-kind immersion tour for nine Airmen with the 673d Communications Squadron at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Sept. 29, 2020.
Sept. 23, 2020 Remembering fallen Yukla 27 crew Surviving family members, distinguished guests and members of the 962nd Airborne Air Control Squadron gathered for a solemn memorial ceremony Sept. 22, 2020, at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, to honor the 24 Canadian and U.S. Airmen lost in one of the deadliest aircraft accidents in U.S.
Aug. 12, 2020 Boy Scout builds pavilion over Yukla 27 crash site Thanks to a local Boy Scout, a pavilion now shelters the memory box and cross at the Yukla 27 crash site on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska.
July 18, 2020 JBPHH supports first Indo-Pacific aeromedical evacuation mission for COVID-19 When an active-duty service member tested positive for the coronavirus, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam stood ready to ensure the patient reached Travis Air Force Base safely.
April 29, 2020 Airmen support local Hawaiian community during COVID-19 JBPHH Airmen support local Hawaiian community during COVID-19