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Fly, Fight, Donate: JBA and Dover AFB face-off in blood collection challenge
October 19, 2017 — Airman and community members from Joint Base Andrews, Maryland and Dover Air Force Base, Delaware are facing off in the first-ever Andrews vs. Dover Blood Collection Challenge. A collection team from the Armed Services Blood Bank Center in Bethesda, Maryland will travel to each location and the installation that donates the most blood will take... MORE

TRICARE payment types for calendar year 2018
October 18, 2017 — With the Jan. 1, 2018 changes to new stateside regions and contractors, you may need to update your payment option to guarantee continued payment of your TRICARE enrollment fees and monthly premiums... MORE

Every second counts: Plan two ways out!
October 17, 2017 — 11th Civil Engineer Squadron’s fire protection unit, made up of two fire stations and more than 80 firefighters, led Joint Base Andrews Fire Prevention Week 2017, Oct. 8 to Oct. 14, here... MORE

MGMCSC hosts breast cancer awareness event
October 16, 2017 — October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Receiving a diagnosis of breast cancer is life altering. To increase your awareness and learn more about this disease, the 11th Medical Group will hold a Breast Cancer Awareness Event at Bldg. 1050, Kathmandu Café, on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017, from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. Over the past 32 years, the rate of... MORE

The 11th Medical Group will hold a Breast Cancer Awareness Month event to help increase awareness on Oct. 26, 2017.

Golf demo tees-off awareness month
October 12, 2017 — The Courses at Andrews and the Stand Up and Play Foundation worked together to host a golf demonstration for National Disability Employment Awareness Month on JBA, Oct. 6. Anthony Netto, SUPF founder, created the foundation to help people with disabilities play golf. The event featured a Paramobile golf cart that was donated by the SUPF to the... MORE

Anthony Netto, Stand Up and Play Foundation founder, takes aim before striking a golf ball at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 6, 2017. The demonstration was part of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, a time set aside in the U.S. to affirm and recognize the many contributions of American workers with disabilities.

Take command with TRICARE changes: Enrollments shifting from fiscal to calendar year starting in January 2018
October 12, 2017 — Starting Jan. 1, 2018, cost changes for TRICARE benefits transition from a fiscal year period to a calendar year period. Changing from fiscal year (Oct. 1 – Sept. 30) to calendar year (Jan. 1 – Dec. 31) makes the TRICARE benefit consistent with civilian health plans. The change will largely affect those plans which have an enrollment fee and are currently billed by the fiscal year... MORE

Airmen of Note celebrate 70 years of USAF heritage on West Coast
October 12, 2017 — The U.S. Air Force Band premier jazz ensemble, Airmen of Note, toured California, Sept. 22 to Oct. 3.During the fall 2017 tour, the ensemble performed at more than 10 locations and brought Air Force musicians, who represent all Airmen, to West Coast audiences. “The bonds that the band is able to forge while traveling as musical ambassadors is great... MORE

Reveille, Retreat etiquette
October 6, 2017 — Those new to the base may not be aware of some military traditions. Consequently, the expectations behind reveille and retreat and are worth revisiting. ... MORE

The Joint Base Andrews Honor Guard lowers a U.S. Flag during a retreat ceremony in front of the Jones Building, JBA, Md., March 23, 2015. The flag was retired because its condition was no longer deemed a fitting emblem for display. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ryan J. Sonnier)

Combat photographer receives Bronze Star with Valor
October 5, 2017 — Senior Master Sgt. Kevin Wallace, 89th Airlift Wing public affairs chief, was awarded the Bronze Star Medal with Valor, the fourth highest military decoration signifying heroism, on August 15, 2017 at Joint Base Andrews... MORE

Col. Eaton shakes hands with SMSgt. Wallace.

AF selects 2017 All-Air Force Men’s Basketball Trial Camp Candidates
October 3, 2017 — The Air Force recently selected attendees for the 2017 All-Air Force Men’s Basketball Trial Camp... MORE

Hispanic heritage spices up month with culture, music, food
September 29, 2017 — Fall is officially here and pumpkin spice isn’t the only flavor of the season. National Hispanic Heritage Month started as base members got a spicy Latin introduction during a display event at the base theater on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 28... MORE

11th CES educates JBA during National Preparedness Month
September 27, 2017 — The 11th Civil Engineer Squadron readiness and emergency managers educated Joint Base Andrews members on preparation for potential contingencies at the Base Exchange here, Sept. 22 to celebrate National Preparedness Month... MORE

Take action to make a smooth transition with TRICARE in 2018
September 25, 2017 — You may be wondering what action you need to take, if any, to ensure you continue TRICARE coverage in 2018. Some beneficiaries will need to take action, but most will not. If you’re currently enrolled in or eligible for TRICARE coverage on Dec. 31, 2017, you’ll transition to your respective TRICARE plan on Jan. 1, 2018. If you want to enroll in a TRICARE plan or change coverage after Jan. 1, 2018, you’ll need to take action to enroll in the plan of your choice... MORE

Take action to make a smooth transition with TRICARE in 2018
September 19, 2017 — You may be wondering what action you need to take, if any, to ensure you continue TRICARE coverage in 2018. Some beneficiaries will need to take action, but most will not. If you’re currently enrolled in or eligible for TRICARE coverage on Dec. 31, 2017, you’ll transition to your respective TRICARE plan on Jan. 1, 2018. If you want to enroll in a TRICARE plan or change coverage after Jan. 1, 2018, you’ll need to take action to enroll in the plan of your choice... MORE

America’s Airfield showcases 70 years of air superiority
September 18, 2017 — The 2017 JBA Air Show: America’s Air and Space Expo, which was held from Sept 15 to 17, commemorated the U.S. Air Force’s 70th Birthday by highlighting decades of breaking barriers... MORE

Golden Knights descend into America’s Air Show
September 17, 2017 — Sgt. Dusty Gebhardt, U.S. Army Parachute Team “Golden Knights” member, poses for a photograph during their aerial performance at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 17, 2017. The parachute team was one of multiple aerial performances showcased at the 2017 JBA Air Show: America’s Air & Space Expo (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez) MORE

JBA showcases air power for POTUS
September 17, 2017 — President Donald Trump visited Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, to thank service members on behalf of the American people for their dedication to the nation, Sept. 15... MORE

FLOTUS visits military children
September 17, 2017 — First Lady Melania Trump’s focus on the well-being of children led her to visit the Youth Center on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 15... MORE

Melania Trump waves at a group of children.

CSAF visits JBA Air Show
September 16, 2017 — Chief of Staff of the Air Force, Gen. David L. Goldfein shakes hands with Col. E. John Teichert, 11th Wing and Joint Base Andrews commander, outside of the passenger terminal on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 15, 2017. Goldfein and his wife, Dawn, visited JBA during the first day of the Joint Base Andrews Air Show, commemorating the Air Force's... MORE

Suicide prevention month: stopping suicide is everyone’s battle
September 16, 2017 — September is Suicide Prevention Month, a time for Americans to build awareness and help understand suicide in our culture. More than 40,000 Americans lose their life due to suicide each year and research shows that rates in the military and the general population are very close. The loss of any one person to suicide is a tragedy, and that is why... MORE

September: Suicide Awareness Month
September 16, 2017 — September is Suicide Awareness Month, and it’s an opportunity to increase public awareness about the warning signs of suicide risk, to provide information about the resources available to aid someone in crisis, and to show how individuals, organizations, and communities can work together to save lives. Experts estimate that more than 800,000 people... MORE

JBA kicks off 2017 air show
September 15, 2017 — Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, kicked off the 2017 Andrews Air Show: Air and Space Expo, Sept. 15... MORE

Thunderbirds display precision at America’s air show
September 15, 2017 — The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds fly over Joint Base Andrews, Md. during the 2017 JBA Air Show: America’s Air and Space Expo, Sept. 15, 2017. In addition to the Thunderbirds, the air show featured a variety of aerial demonstrations, including performances by Army Golden Knights and the Air Force F-22 Demonstration Team. (U.S. Air Force photo by... MORE

Flu Vaccine available now
September 15, 2017 — The flu vaccine will also be available at the Joint Base Andrews Base Theater, on Tuesday Oct. 17 and Wednesday Oct. 18, from 8-4:00 p.m. For questions regarding the flu vaccine, please contact Allergy & Immunizations Clinic at (240) 612-1580 or (240) 612-1583. MORE

Healthy Heart class promotes understanding of cholesterol
September 15, 2017 — Cholesterol Awareness Month is recognized every September to promote understanding and awareness about cholesterol and how it affects heart health. The 11th Medical Group disease management team offers a monthly Healthy Heart Class to provide in-depth information about cholesterol management. The class is held on the second Wednesday of each month,... MORE

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