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  • Electronic cigarettes—let’s clear the air

    The rise of electronic cigarettes, marketed as a safe alternative to cigarettes, has sparked a growing debate: do electronic cigarettes, commonly referred to as e-cigarettes, offer a healthy alternative to smoking?Could they be used as a quitting aid? Should minors be allowed to use e-cigs? The research is not yet conclusive, but the not-so-smoky
  • The Red Ribbon Campaign is the oldest and largest drug prevention program in the nation. This year’s Red Ribbon Campaign gave parents an opportunity to start talking to or continue talking to their children about the dangers of underage drinking and using illegal drugs.

    Red Ribbon Campaign teaches children about the dangers of drugs

    The Red Ribbon Campaign, now the oldest and largest drug prevention program in the nation, was sparked when DEA Special Agent Enrique “Kiki” Camarena was kidnapped, tortured and killed in Mexico.Thirty years have passed since Kiki’s tragic death, and the Red Ribbon Campaign has touched the lives of millions of people around the world.Wearing the
  • Senior Airman Andrew Pond(left) 15th Operational Weather Squadron forecaster, collaborates with Base Weather Flights on next forcasts while Staff Sgt. Ryan Glidden. 15 OWS points forecaster. issues weather watches and warnings and advisories for inclement weather in the midwest. The mission of the 15th OWS is to provide weather forecasts, including weather watches, warnings and advisories, all of which are crucial to protecting the equipment, aircraft, personnel, and various assets of the Air Force from any impending threat weather may produce. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman First Class Daniel Garcia)

    15th OWS advises aircrews during Hurricane Matthew

    Hurricane Matthew was responsible for billions of dollars worth of damage in addition to claiming hundreds of lives.As it rolled through the Caribbean and the Bahamas, millions of Floridians evacuated Florida’s east coast as the tropical system inched closer to the United States.As Hurricane Matthew creeped along the East Coast, concerns grew for

  • Instilling Halloween safety and traditions

    Halloween typically brings thoughts of scary things.  For parents, that may include excess Halloween candies.  Consider starting a tradition which incorporates more healthful treats than candies.  A Halloween cookie or cupcake event in your own kitchen can be a fun way to get the family together.  This is also a good time to teach your children

  • Ensuring cyber security for the Nation’s critical infrastructure

    Critical infrastructure has been one of the primary targets for cyber attacks in the U.S. for several years, but most people don’t understand the definition of critical infrastructure. Critical infrastructure are those things that sustain our way of life, like energy systems, healthcare, emergency services such as police and fire, as well as our
  • Cathy Curry, wife of the 375th Medical Group Commander Col. Douglas Curry, is no stranger to the importance of getting a yearly mammogram. At 45 and considered low-risk, Curry was diagnosed with breast cancer on Dec. 3, 2015, exactly a month after abnormal calcifications were first detected via her yearly exam. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Airman 1st Class Gwendalyn Smith)

    Preparing for a different battle

    Cathy Curry, wife of the 375th Medical Group Commander Col. Douglas Curry, is no stranger to the importance of getting a yearly mammogram. At 45 and considered low-risk, Curry was diagnosed with breast cancer on Dec. 3, 2015, exactly a month after abnormal calcifications were first detected via her yearly exam. “I just never thought it would happen

  • Identifying and combating cybercrime

    Cybercrime feels rampant in the world today. Whether affecting Target, the office of personnel management, or presidential campaigns, there never seems to be a shortage of reporting on the latest “theft” by some ghost. The latest trend is ransomware, where a victim’s computer is rendered useless until they pay a ransom. I first ran into ransomware
  • Command Chief Benjamin Miranda Jr., 635th Supply Chain Operations Wing, takes a moment to mentor an Airman. Photo by Airman 1st Class Melissa Estevez

    Command chief carries on Hispanic legacy of service

    As one of the 1.2 million Hispanics who’ve served in the military, Chief Master Sgt. Benjamin Miranda, 635th Supply Chain Operations Wing Command Chief, is keeping a legacy of devotion to country alive and well. Born and raised in El Paso, Texas, he chose the Profession of Arms at age 17. “To this date, my parents are very proud that I serve our
  • Nicholas went on to receive his Bachelors of Science in Information Technology and Masters in Organizational Leadership, with honors, through Columbia Southern University. Nathan received his Bachelors of Arts in Business Information Systems with Honors through Ashford University and his Master’s in Business Administration with a concentration in Strategic Leadership with Honors through Trident University International

    Two brothers, one mission: Service Before Self

    What greater contribution can a family make than to make the commitment of service to the Air Force and the nation? That is exactly what twin brothers Tech. Sgt. Nicholas Jackson and Tech. Sgt. Nathan Jackson have done. Growing up in Chattanooga, Tennessee, the brothers shared a love of football, basketball, tennis, chess, and most of all — family!

  • Toastmasters invites members to gain leadership skills

    Scott Air Force Base members have worked together to help make Toastmasters, a nonprofit organization aimed at empowering individuals to become more effective communicators and leaders, an officially distinguished club. The certified club is built on an education program that has existed since 1924. Through Toastmasters, members earn certifications
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