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Be your own advocate
June 16, 2017
Tech. Sgt. Lucas Mefford, 11th Civil Engineer explosive ordinance disposal craftsman, holds a scan of his brain at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 29, 2017. Mefford attended an inpatient program at the National Intrepid Center of Excellence program, in Bethesda, Md., for depression, insomnia, and other symptoms caused by a traumatic brain injury. He continues his medical treatment at JBA and hopes to influence his Airmen to be advocates for their health. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham)
Air Force Medical Home improves the patient experience
June 14, 2017
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Day, 366th Medical Operations Squadron aerospace medicine technician and 1st Lt. Stephanie Doane, 366th MDOS clinical nurse, care for a patient at Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho. Primary care physicians, nurses and medical technicians make up the core team under Air Force Medical Home care model, and are joined by specialty care providers when needed.
1st HS performs D.C. flyover
June 14, 2017
Two 1st Helicopter Squadron UH-1N Iroquois fly over Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 9, 2017. The flight allowed UH-1N crew members to train for high-priority airlift missions and defense support to civilian authorities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Delano Scott)
Eyes, ears of America’s Airfield
June 12, 2017
Airman 1st Class Isaiah Davis, 89th Operations Support Squadron airfield manager, drives on the flightline during a foreign object debris inspection at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 7, 2017. FOD inspections are conducted every two hours to prevent even small debris causing serious aircraft damage. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)
Fight the bite
June 9, 2017
Airman 1st Class Kofi Adansi, 779th Medical Group public health technician, inspects mosquitos with a microscope at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 8, 2017. The mosquitoes are then sent off to a lab where they are tested for diseases native to the area. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham)
Airmen of Note complete southern tour
June 5, 2017
Tech. Sgt. Michael Cemprola, U.S. Air Force Band’s Airmen of Note saxophonist, plays his instrument prior to a performance at the Fine Arts Auditorium in Savannah, Ga., May 26, 2017. The band performed for more than 8,000 people over the course of their tour throughout Georgia and Florida. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Delano Scott)
Unveiling of Maj. Gen. Allen's portrait
June 5, 2017
Maj. Gen. Roosevelt Allen Jr. unveils his portrait as former 79th Medical Wing Commander on Joint Base Andrews June 2, 2017. (Photo by Senior Master Sgt. Adrian Cadiz)(Released)
Celtic Aire honors Memorial Day with National Harbor performance
June 1, 2017
The U.S. Air Force Band’s Celtic Aire ensemble performs during a Memorial Day weekend concert at the National Harbor in Fort Washington, Md., May 27, 2017. The band’s concert kicked off their Summer Concert Series, which features performances every Saturday at the National Harbor. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)
201st AS transports US leaders, military worldwide
May 22, 2017
Tech. Sgt. Anthony Montgomery, 201st Airlift Squadron flight attendant, takes pre-flight notes before a Mission Readiness Airlift at Joint Base Andrews, Md., March 31, 2017. The 201st AS supports a flying schedule consisting of approximately five large trips a month that range from five to 12 days and go almost anywhere around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jordyn Fetter)
JBA honors defenders during National Police Week
May 19, 2017
11th Security Forces Group members light candles during the 29th Annual Candlelight Vigil in Washington, D.C., May 13, 2017. This was one of the National Police Week events held to bring together law enforcement from around the world and honor past and present police officers and security forces members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)
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USAF Band members march at POTUS Jimmy Carter's State Funeral.

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The U.S. flag waves in the wind at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 11, 2024. The flag was lowered to half-staff to pay tribute to those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alex Broome)

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