Hanscom clinic recognized as outstanding PCMH clinic

The 66th Medical Squadron clinic was recently recognized as No. 16 out of 68 military treatment facilities in the Air Force for providing an outstanding medical home. Over the last three years, the Patient Centered Medical Home has been gradually implemented across the country and December 2011

CSAF directs Air Force-wide inspection

Commanders across the Air Force will conduct health and welfare inspections starting Dec. 5 to emphasize an environment of respect, trust and professionalism in the workplace.The health and welfare inspection is a tool routinely used by unit commanders, command chiefs, and first sergeants.Air Force

Photo feature: This week at Hanscom, Dec. 5

AFSAC director hears highlights of Hanscom’s foreign military sales

Foreign military sales are a critical part of Hanscom's mission and the director of the Air Force Security Assistance and Cooperation Directorate recently visited the base to discuss the role of the FMS Satellite Office here and meet with program personnel.Current work in this area encompasses a

AFMC recognizes Hanscom clinic

The Hanscom dental clinic, the TRICARE Operations and Information Systems Flight, as well as five individuals from the 66th Medical Squadron racked up honors from the Air Force Materiel Command Medical Service Awards.The Air Force Medical Service Awards program encompasses 81 individual and team

AFMC promotes wellness screening campaign

Throughout December and January, Air Force Materiel Command will be promoting the "Do You Know Your Numbers" wellness campaign. This campaign aims to raise awareness of the importance of knowing your numbers to help prevent chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension and cardiovascular

Information overload: many resources available to help personnel connect with community

As more and more people turn to the Internet to obtain news and information, where to go or what to look for to obtain that information may seem daunting. Several resources are available at Hanscom to help the community connect. In addition to providing content for the Hansconian, the 66th Air Base

Fitness center reminds patrons to hand carry gym shoes

To help preserve Fitness and Sports Center equipment, floors and courts, 66th Force Support Squadron officials want to remind patrons to hand carry their athletic shoes to the facility. "In the last year, budget constraints have reduced the custodial support to the fitness center," said Meaghan

Photo feature: This week at Hanscom, Nov. 29

Follow these healthy eating tips during the holidays

The holiday season is a time to gather and celebrate the season with friends and family at festive gatherings. It's also a time when many people eat more and exercise less, resulting in weight gain if not managed effectively."The average person doesn't generally gain that much weight throughout the