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  • February is National Children's Dental Health Month

    February is National Children's Dental Health Month and is intended to raise awareness about the importance of oral health in children. This year's national campaign slogan is "Sugar Wars."The campaign is sponsored each year by the American Dental Association.The ADA held the first national

  • Aftermath of a DUI: Who's really affected?

    I used to wonder if people would look at me different if they knew. Would they whisper about me? Would they tell others what happened? Does anyone actually have the guts to ask me what happened? Are they looking at me as the girl who's related to a child killer?I'm sure they were. I'm sure they

  • Airman shares family tragedy as "wake up call"

    December is National Impaired Driving Prevention Month. For me, this month hits extra close to home and is a constant reminder of the events that took place over a year ago that changed mine, my family's, and two other family's lives forever. I've kept this tragedy almost entirely to myself, until

  • Holiday greetings from the base commander

    With the holiday season upon us and a new year approaching, I want to take a moment to reflect on what has been both a challenging and rewarding year, and I want to thank you once again for the great work you do to support our warfighters.The year has been full of accomplishments, with some of the

  • Every Airman is a sensor

    In preparation for holiday-related activities such as traveling, attending celebrations and sharing time with family and friends, Hanscom's Antiterrorism Office encourages each member of the community to keep security in mind throughout the holiday season.Remember, terrorism does not stop for the

  • Choosing to live

    I have worked for the federal government for 13 years. In each and every one of those years, I have been through suicide awareness and prevention training. I have completed the Resiliency Training Assistant course, and I have even taught resiliency at Wingman Days. I know the toolsets to help and

  • Veterans Day is a day to celebrate and honor

    Veterans have made a selfless choice to lay their lives on the line to serve and protect our country. In many cases, they have made the ultimate sacrifice to ensure we continue to have our rights and freedoms.Veterans Day is a time we set aside to honor these special Americans.Originally known as

  • Snack all day, get tooth decay

    Halloween is fast approaching and with it comes the collection of ooey-gooey candies. Every little ghoul and goblin worked hard going door-to-door to earn those sweets, and it can be difficult for parents to resist their pleas for more.Officials from the 66th Medical Squadron Dental Operations

  • Service dogs make a difference to disabled

    October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, an annual campaign that educates people about disability employment issues. The theme for this year, which marks 70 years since the first observance, is "My Disability is One Part of Who I Am."That theme speaks to the important message that

  • CE seeking ways to reduce energy, water consumption

    October is Energy Action Month. As part of the month-long campaign, the 66th Civil Engineering Division requests employees find ways to reduce energy and water consumption at work, home and in their communities.Energy affects how we live, work and play. Responsible use of energy is not just about