Nov. 28, 2018 375th SFS holds combatives training Staff Sgt. Corey Ormsby, 375th Security Forces Squadron training instructor, explains the loading and unloading procedures of an X26P taser prior to hands on baton and taser training at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, Nov. 19, 2018. Each security forces member receives classroom and practical
Nov. 21, 2018 Flu shots available Flu shots are available at the 375th Medical Operations Squadron’s immunization flight for all service members and their beneficiaries on Scott Air Force Base, Illinois. The goal is to have 90 percent of Team Scott vaccinated by Dec. 15. No appointment is necessary. Just stop by the medical
Nov. 5, 2018 BMT curriculum changes focused on inspiring, developing Airmen After listening to feedback from the field, a few changes to the Air Force Basic Military Training curriculum will transform trainees into more combat ready Airmen.
Oct. 31, 2018 AMC’s Phoenix Spark Tank competition recognizes innovation Air Mobility Command held its first-ever Phoenix Spark Tank competition at the Airlift/Tanker Association Symposium in Grapevine, Texas, where four finalists proposed their innovation ideas to top Air Force leaders and the president of VOX Space Oct. 26.
Sept. 19, 2018 CMSAF Wright: The Airmen We Need must be resilient In order to win tomorrow’s war, defend the homeland and remain a safe and secure nuclear deterrent, Airmen must be well trained, well led, agile and resilient, according to the Air Force’s most senior enlisted leader.Building upon Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson’s discussion of the “Air
Aug. 24, 2018 AFCYBER move streamlines ACC warfighting efforts With the addition of 24th Air Force/Air Forces Cyber to Air Combat Command, new cyber outcomes are available to America's warfighting commanders.
July 3, 2018 A peek behind the curtain: Prolonged exposure therapy for PTSD Post-traumatic stress disorder can be debilitating, but there are therapies that can reduce symptoms, improve quality of life, and help Airmen return to duty.One of the most effective therapies, practiced by many Air Force mental health professionals, is prolonged exposure therapy.
June 26, 2018 A peek behind the curtain: The first step of PTSD care Perhaps the most difficult part of seeking help for post-traumatic stress disorder is making that first appointment, since Airmen are often unsure of what to expect. Not knowing what to expect from mental health providers can get in the way of effective PTSD treatment.
June 26, 2018 375th CES builds bare base exercise area Ankle-deep in wet cement, a 375th Civil Engineer Squadron member takes a breather while shoveling concrete at the new bare base exercise area at the Scott Base Lake June 21. Scott civil engineers from several different sections braved the June heat to get new concrete pads poured for the cantonment
June 20, 2018 A peek behind the curtain: PTSD barriers and stigmas Effective treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder is possible, but many Airmen falsely think seeking medical help for PTSD will hurt their career and will not help them get better. These stigmas and misconceptions create perceived barriers, preventing Airmen from seeking care. Delaying treatment