Oct 31, 2019

A thank you to Grand Forks AFB first responders

The community of Grand Forks Air Force Base, North Dakota, is protected by its first responders 24/7, 365. On National First Responders Day, we recognize the Airmen who serve in a line of duty to help others in times of emergency.

Oct 26, 2019

Meningococcal meningitis update

You may have heard that a Grand Forks AFB family member was recently diagnosed with a presumptive

Oct 25, 2019

Recognizing pharmacy capabilities during National Pharmacy Week

This year National Pharmacy Week is celebrated October 20-26, 2019. The week acknowledges the invaluable contributions that pharmacists and technicians make to patient care in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings. “The pharmacy staff at Grand Forks AFB are here to talk to you directly about your medications,” said Maj Burke Wilson, 319th Healthcare Operations Squadron Diagnostics and Therapeutics Flight Commander. “They can help you understand how to use your medicine correctly, what your medicine is supposed to do, and the possibility of reactions or side effects. You can also talk to your pharmacist about how to store and take medication, what foods or activities to avoid, and what to do if you miss a dose.”

Nov 14, 2019

Fit to fight: one fighter wing at a time

As aviators know proper maintenance of aircraft is key to providing combat capabilities. Just as aircraft need to be maintained and ready to fly, optimizing the human weapon system is also critical. Pilots themselves must be healthy and ready to fight tonight. To ensure pilots are ready at a moment’s notice, the 1st Fighter Wing has embedded U.S. Air Force Capt. Michelle Jilek, a physical therapist with the 633rd Medical Operations Squadron to help increase mission effectiveness.

Nov 13, 2019

Defense, industry partner to plan for future multi-domain conflicts

Experts from across the Air Force and the DOD’s joint community, as well as industry partners, came to CyberWorx to analyze a single, yet complicated problem-set: how do we operate in contested environments ensuring a steady-state of tactical C2 support?

Nov 13, 2019

Behind the scenes in the hospital

When people think of hospitals many may think of doctors, nurses and beeping machines that take blood pressure and monitor vitals. However, what goes on behind the scenes is just as important. Behind the scenes there are many individuals in the Langley Hospital who ensure that all personnel are able to receive the medical care necessary to be ready to deploy, while also taking care of the Airmen’s families and retirees.