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  • AFMC launches new holistic resiliency effort

    The Air Force Materiel Command has launched a new initiative that aims to increase unit cohesion and connectedness by emphasizing a culture that holistically builds mental, physical, social and spiritual fitness across the enterprise.AFMC Connect provides units and leaders with the time, tools and

  • Hanscom clinic identified in DoD restructure

    The Department of Defense announced Feb. 19 plans to restructure 50 military hospitals and clinics, including the Military Treatment Facility here at Hanscom, to better support wartime readiness of military personnel and to improve clinical training for medical forces who deploy in support of combat

  • National Salute to Veteran Patients

    Tom Fredericks, 66th Air Base Group deputy director, speaks to retired Sgt. 1st Class Charles Pellerin, a 92-year-old WWII and Korean War veteran at the Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital in Bedford, Mass., Feb. 14. The event was part of National Salute to Patients Week, a time

  • Mobile app supports new hire process

    A new mobile application feature aims to make the on-boarding process and first days of work easier for civilian new hires across the Air Force Materiel Command. The “Newcomers” feature on the AFMC instance of the Air Force Connect mobile application provides new employees with step-by-step

  • DHA helps personnel stay “MissionFit”

    A healthy diet, regular exercise and good sleep are all contributors to overall wellness. However, a new routine can be difficult to start and, between work schedules, family time and even commutes, difficult to stick with. To assist in keeping goals on track, members now have access to a resource

  • Missed appointments hurt the mission

    Officials from the 66th Medical Squadron have reported that the numbers of missed scheduled appointments are on the rise. With more than 300 “no-shows” on the books since November, leaders are urging clinic patients to consider the impact that missed appointments have on the community and overall

  • Legal office provides military benefits refresher

    Service members and their families may face unique challenges throughout their careers. Fortunately, there are resources and benefits available to assist service members navigate the not-so-ordinary obstacles.

  • Center commander talks changes and challenges

    The commander of the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center spoke about the Center’s mission, challenges it’s facing, along with the future of the Air Force overall during a State of the Center address Feb. 10.