March 19, 2014 Scott medical lab helps with diagnoses If someone needs to find an answer to a medical problem usually the first step is to give a blood or urine sample.The 375th Medical Support Squadron medical laboratory supports more than 37,000 base personnel, providing accurate and timely diagnosis results through the testing of fluids every
March 19, 2014 Leadership link: Command chief connects with Airmen In 1985 President Ronald Reagan was sworn in for a second term in office; a joint American-French expedition located the Titanic; and NASA launched nine space shuttle missions.It was also the year that 17-year-old Victoria Gamble enlisted into the Air Force. Today, she has spent more than 28 years
March 19, 2014 Making a difference: Major volunteers with Big Brothers Big Sisters The Air Force encourages Airmen to be well rounded and to give back to the local community.One volunteer opportunity that some Airmen take advantage of is mentoring children.For Maj. Robert Surrey, Air Force Installation Contracting Agency contracting officer, deciding to become a mentor was a
March 12, 2014 Tax season support at Scott AFB Your "residency" can have far reaching effects, such as determining where you file and pay taxes, where your will is probated, and where you can vote. Below is a brief overview of the residency rules and requirements. This is not a complete and comprehensive guide. If you are uncertain about you or
March 12, 2014 Colon Cancer screening saves lives through early detection Colorectal Cancer, or Colon Cancer, occurs in the colon or rectum. The colon is the large intestine or large bowel and the rectum is the passageway that connects the colon to the anus.Colon Cancer, when discovered early, is highly treatable. Even if it spreads into nearby lymph nodes, surgical
March 12, 2014 Public Health Flight commander has roots in India Frigid cool air flows through the small, brick cement homes. Water is not a constant utility, and heating or air conditioning is uncommon. Neighboring homes sit attached on each side and yards are scarce near these flat roof homes, but clothes lines are easy to notice.This describes the small Indian
March 12, 2014 Scott hosts event for Read Across America "Be sure when you step, step with care and great tact, and remember that life's a great balancing act. Just never forget to be dexterous and deft, and never mix up your right foot with your left. Oh, The Places You'll Go."Theodore Geisel, who used the pen name Dr. Seuss, wrote hundreds of children's
March 5, 2014 5k honors Airman A memorial run was held in honor of Airman 1st Class Zachary Cuddeback March 1 at Scott Air Force Base--the base he was born at in 1989.Cuddeback was a vehicle operator stationed at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, when he was killed by a gunman at Frankfurt Airport, March 2, 2011.Master Sgt. Matthew
March 5, 2014 Protect children's permanent teeth Part three in a series of dental advice columnsSealing out decayAs your child's permanent teeth come in, talk to your family or pediatric dentist about having dental sealants applied to protect teeth from decay. A dental sealant is a clear material that is applied to the chewing surfaces of the back
March 5, 2014 375th AMW Legal Office has specifics on military tax extensions Qualifications for military extensions· Combat zone (or other qualifying) service· Deployment outside of the U.S./away from permanent duty station· During a SECDEF-designated contingency operation· Generally, a "contingency operation" will be large enough to also result in calling reservists, or