Air Force observes National Disability Employment Awareness month

President Barack Obama has declared October as National Disability Employment Awareness month stating that: "All Americans are entitled to an accessible workplace, a level playing field and the same privileges, pursuits and opportunities as any of their family, friends and neighbors. This month, let

Death gratuity benefit amended

The National Defense Authorization Act amended the death gratuity benefit allowing members to specify any person of their choosing. The death gratuity designation is no longer restricted to a spouse, child or a blood relative. Airmen will be able to immediately make changes to this DG election

The importance of vRED

It's important for military members to understand the purpose of their virtual record of emergency data or emergency data card, also known as vRED. The vRED provides information on the primary next-of-kin, secondary next-of-kin and other persons to notify in case of death, injury, illness or any

Distracted walking poses dangers

There are plenty of warnings circulating about the dangers of distracted driving. There is, however, another risky behavior with cell phones that can be hazardous to one's health: distracted walking. The Safety Office has received several complaints lately of people texting while walking in the

‘I am Air Force Energy’ campaign kicks off

October is Energy Action Month and provides an opportunity to promote energy and water conservation awareness to Airmen as part of a national campaign led by the Department of Energy. This year's theme, "I am Air Force Energy," puts personnel at the center of the campaign. The goal is to inspire the

For Hanscom’s CFC manager, giving is personal

With two Combined Federal Campaign fundraising events successfully completed, organizers are now shifting their focus to making 100 percent contact with base employees. Federal employees can choose to make a one-time contribution or a payroll deduction toward the installation's goal of $295,000. The

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

According to the American Cancer Society, other than skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the United States. It is the second leading cause of cancer death in women, after lung cancer. The chance of a woman having invasive breast cancer some time during her life is a

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Conversion continues for Government Travel Cards

No matter where someone works or what they do, they have more than likely dealt with change. One recent adjustment that is affecting many personnel is the conversion from the Controlled Spending Account back to the Government Travel Card. The GTC is a travel card used by Department of Defense

Bedford High impact aid surveys due Oct. 22

Bedford High School will soon send parents the 2012-2013 "First Count" Federal Impact Aid Survey for federally connected students. This survey is for both military and Department of Defense civilian families with children in local school districts. By completing this form, parents can make a