• H1N1 vaccines recalled

    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently recalled several lot numbers of H1N1 vaccines due to quality testing revealing a shorter than expected shelf life. This was not due to any hazard associated with this vaccine. The primary problem is that the vaccine is losing its potency prior

  • Wing commander's secretary celebrates 28 years of service

    If you have ever been in the wing commanders office you are likely to be greeted by a smiling secretary sitting behind a desk full of treats and flowers. This month marks 28 years of service for Joanne Frank who has been proudly serving the 3rd Wing and has made an indelible mark on the lives of

  • Servicemembers participate in annual Bowl-A-Thon

    The Annual Military Appreciation Bowl-A-Thon took place Feb. 6.For the 10th year the Anchorage Chamber of Commerce sponsored the Bowl-A-Thon, where more than $20,000 was raised at the event. "Every year they come and just fill up the place," said Chris Clappers, Center Bowl manager. "They're just

  • 477th FG cuts ribbon on new headquarters building

    The 477th Fighter Group has a brand new facility. The reserve unit's $10.4 million building features Alaskan views, 52 professionally-coordinated rooms and green initiatives integrated into its design and construction. "The new facility will allow personnel, logistics, finance, medical

  • Hopping for adventure

    Adventurers travel the world in search of new and exciting things and places, but whether it's to be adventurous or just get out of the house military members and their families should try Space-Available travel. Newer military members and families may not be aware of travel options that could be

  • Arctic Warriors warned about carbon monoxide

    About 500 people in the United States died last year from the "Silent Killer" -- carbon monoxide. This deadly gas is hard to detect because it's odorless, colorless and tasteless. The fire prevention office recommends housing residents, on or off the installation, follow these steps to help prevent

  • High blood pressure: What is it all about?

    High blood pressure, or hypertension, is defined in an adult as a systolic pressure of 140 mm Hg or higher and a diastolic pressure of 90 mm Hg or higher. Blood pressure is measured in millimeters of mercury (mm Hg). Blood pressure                                 Normal                              

  • National Children's Dental Health Month

    Tooth decay is one of the most common chronic forms of dental disease affecting millions of children by the time they reach middle childhood. It's second only to the common cold. As soon as teeth appear in the mouth, they are susceptible to decay. Tooth decay occurs when teeth are frequently exposed

  • Focus on fire safety, heating fire safety

    The high cost of home-heating fuels and utilities has caused many Americans to search for alternative home-heating sources such as wood-burning stoves, space heaters and fireplaces. Heating is one of the leading causes of residential fires. More than one-quarter of these fires result from improper