Articles

Feb. 21, 2018
Successful tele-genetics pilot makes genetic counseling easily accessible

A new telehealth program is expanding access to expert genetic counseling by making it available remotely, connecting families with trained genetic specialists who can help interpret their results.
Feb. 21, 2018
JBER infantryman becomes world’s second strongest man

All or nothing. It’s pain and stress management. There’s a constant little bird in the back of your mind chirping away that you might not make it. If you don’t make it, you just spent months of training and a bunch of money to watch your dream pass you by. U.S. Army 1st Lt. Max Pippa’s mind was
Feb. 21, 2018
“I wanted my life back” – An Airman’s recovery after a mysterious diagnosis

A mysterious pain in Chief Master Sgt. Chad Caden’s right foot led to years of pain, uncertainty, and a life-changing decision that proved to be the best one he ever made. Caden’s recovery and return to active duty reinforces the Air Force Medical Service’s commitment to its Airmen and
Feb. 20, 2018
Alaska National Guard’s Exercise Arctic Eagle 2018 conducts field training in Valdez

Approximately 250 Air and Army Guard members and personnel from other agencies will participate in Exercise Arctic Eagle 2018 during field training exercises in Valdez, Feb. 21 to Feb. 26.
Feb. 20, 2018
Stryker Soldiers prepare a knockout blow in Operation Punch Bowl

Soldiers assigned to Bayonet Company, 1st Battalion, 5th Infantry Regiment, 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division, U.S. Army Alaska, prepare for gunnery on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, during Operation Punch Bowl. The Fort Wainwright based Soldiers' operation culminated
Feb. 20, 2018
673d CEG Prime BEEF day brings CBRN forefront

The 673d Civil Engineer Group conducted a monthly Prime Base Engineer Emergency Force training day Feb. 8, 2018 at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson.
Feb. 15, 2018
JBER EOD Airmen conduct training in simulated chemical weapons contaminated environment

Airmen assigned to the 673d Civil Engineer Squadron, Explosives Ordinance Disposal Flight, conduct a live-fire demolitions exercise in Mission Oriented Protective Posture 4 on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Feb.14, 2018. The Airmen were conducting EOD training in a simulated chemical
Feb. 15, 2018
Fur Rondy 2018 kicks off in downtown Anchorage

Since 1935, the Fur Rendezvous winter festival has been an important part of Anchorage's history. This year the festival takes place Feb. 23 to March 4, 2018, in downtown Anchorage.
Feb. 14, 2018
Air Force expands virtual appointments

The Air Force Medical Service is eliminating some of the hassle of medical appointments by expanding use of virtual, over-the-phone appointments for patients who do not need to see their provider in person.
Feb. 9, 2018
673d FSS updates MPS sign-in process

As technology constantly advances, the 673d Force Support Squadron’s Military Personnel Section pushes forward with several updates to their check-in services.