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  • 'Back to the basics' approach gets it right the first time

    Basic mistakes in anyone's work will jeopardize production time and drive additional funding. It does not matter what your job or craft is, if you are working for the Air Force, your job is to support our ultimate objectives to fly, fight and win. Without your support and work ethic, planes would

  • Even one suicide is too many

    An alarming trend is happening in our Air Force, and we need your help. We've had a drastic increase this year in the number of suicides among our total force Airmen - active duty, guard, reserve and civilians. Last year we lost 84 Airmen by suicides; this year, we've nearly reached that number, and

  • Photocopying IDs by merchants a "no-go"

    Everyone likes to receive a discount when they shop at local establishments. In these hard times a little savings can go a long way.However, every once in a while the Eglin Signature Management Office receives a report from a military member or government employee that a merchant requests to

  • Base prepares of Fire Prevention Week

    The Eglin Air Force Base Fire Department, along with fire departments across the nation, will commemorate National Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 3 - 9. This year's campaign is designed to educate people about the importance of smoke alarms and encourages everyone to take the steps necessary to update

  • Flu advice for upcoming season

    Influenza, more commonly referred to as "the flu," is a highly contagious viral infection of the nose, throat and lungs. Influenza occurs most often in the late fall, winter and early spring, so peak occurrences are just around the corner. It is a serious infection which afflicts more than 60

  • Remember when... Air Force birthday

    The United States Air Force was formed 63 years ago as a separate branch of service - Sept. 18 1947. President Harry Truman made this official when he signed the National Security Act of 1947 July 26, that year. The President signed the Act aboard a VC-54C Presidential transport, the first aircraft

  • Egg guidance from 96th Medical, CDC

    Recently, eggs from an Iowa producer linked to an outbreak of Salmonellosis had sparked a nationwide egg recall. To protect against this food borne illness the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends the following: Don't eat recalled eggs or products containing recalled eggs. Keep eggs

  • Eglin nurse relies on home training while in Iraq

    Since my return to active duty in 2008, I've thought of nothing less than giving back to the greatest country in the world.For generations, my family defended our freedom; even now one of my uncles rests in Arlington National Cemetery. Being a nurse, I wanted to serve something larger than myself. A

  • AAC commander encourages safety over long weekend

    Once again the final summer holiday, Labor Day weekend, is quickly approaching. It is imperative every Airman pauses to identify and minimize the safety risks that are inherent in all of our Labor Day activities. Historically, we lose the most Airmen in mishaps that involve motor vehicles and sport

  • The consequences of suicide

    What are the consequences of suicide?For those who try or even succeed in committing suicide, many believe it puts an end to the suffering, but for family and friends left behind, the feelings of sadness, loss, and endless questions seem as eternal as the death of their loved one.I remember