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Quitting Cold Turkey
November 19, 2015 — MORE

The 779th Dental Squadron displays a booth at the Great American Smokeout 5K Cold Turkey Trot Nov. 19, 2015, on Joint Base Andrews, Md. The event was hosted by 779 Aerospace Medicine Squadron health promotion flight, and is part of a national annual event that encourages smokers to quit. (U.S. Air Force by Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham/Released)

Kids ship out to "Boot Camp"
November 12, 2015 — The Joint Base Andrews' Operation Basic Boot Camp, an event designed to help military children better understand and appreciate parental military service, was held here, Nov. 7, 2015.Approximately 55 kids took part in a day mimicking their parent's military life."We wanted to give back to the community and wanted to show the kids what it's like to... MORE

Azlynn Mims, daughter of Capt. Raymond Mims from the 11th Wing Staff Agency, shaves shaving cream off a balloon to mimic the haircuts given to basic training trainees, Nov. 7, 2015, on Joint Base Andrews, Md. The event included physical training, a mock military in-processing station, basic drills and military knowledge classes, a survival class and capture the flag to help military children better understand and appreciate parental military service. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class J.D. Maidens/ Released)

Wizards salute military
November 10, 2015 — The Washington Wizards basketball team invited military members to their Salute to the Stars event at the Verizon Center in Washington, D.C., Nov. 9, 2015. Salute to the Stars is an annual event held by the Wizards as part of the National Basketball Association's Hoops for Troops week to honor the United States military the week leading up to... MORE

Master Sgt. Tonya Barrow, Air Force District of Washington lessons learned analysis member, takes a photo of Washington Wizards basketball players during the teams Salute to the Stars event at the Verizon Center in Washington, D.C., Nov. 9, 2015. Salute to the Stars is an annual event held by the Wizards as part of the National Basketball Association’s Hoops for Troops week to honor the United States military the week leading up to Veterans Day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Philip Bryant/Released)

Rescue team
November 5, 2015 — Ten members of the 11th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department went through a 15-day Department of Defense Rescue Technical Course at Joint Base Andrews, Md., that ended Nov. 4, 2015. The course was taught by Department of Defense rescue instructors from Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, and included confined space rescue training and ropes skills... MORE

Airman 1st Class Dean Adamczyk, 11th Civil Engineer Squadron exercise rescue patient, lies in a Stokes basket stretcher during a Department of Defense Rescue Technical Course outside the William A. Jones III Building at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 30, 2015. Adamczyk, and every member of the 10-Airman class, took their turn simulating each role of a rescue scenario. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Philip Bryant/Released)

"I have cancer; cancer doesn't have me"
October 28, 2015 — October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a month dedicated to bringing awareness to breast cancer by educating the public on early detection and prevention, through events, campaigns, and information available.The 779th Medical Group Women's Health Clinic, along with the Breast Cancer Support Group on Andrews, held a successful forum, Oct. 16, to... MORE

The 779th Medical Group Women’s Health Clinic, along with the Breast Cancer Support Group, held a successful forum to educate patients and staff about breast cancer and the importance of early detection and prevention at the Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Center on Joint Base Andrews, Oct. 16, 2015. Maj. Cristina Franchetti and Capt. Isami Sakai, both 779th MDG general surgeons, spoke about detecting lumps and abnormalities in the regions of the breast. (Photo by Airman 1st Class J.D. Maidens/Released)

Recovering warrior speaks at Andrews
October 23, 2015 — MORE

Tech. Sgt. Alex Eudy, Special Operations weather team craftsman and recovering warrior, speaks at the Community Commons on Joint Base Andrews, Oct. 22, 2015, for Disability Employment Awareness Month. Eudy returned to Active Duty after he was injured in Afghanistan, and now uses intrepid dynamic exoskeleton orthotics.(Photo by Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham/Released)

Watts in your wallet
October 21, 2015 — MORE

Joint Base Andrews community members visit the Energy Action Day booth, Oct. 21, 2015, at the Base Exchange on Joint Base Andrews, Md. The booth, as part of Energy Awareness Month, informed community members of cost saving tips on conserving energy and included a demonstration and resources on how to do so. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Dylan Nuckolls/Released)

Breast Cancer Awareness Month Speaker's Forum planned for Oct. 16
October 13, 2015 — Breast cancer awareness month is celebrated every October to raise awareness through the use of special events and public education.As part of this effort, the 779th Medical Group, Women's Health Clinic, in collaboration with the Breast Cancer Support Group, will hold a speaker's forum on October 16 at 1 - 2:30pm in Café Malcolm at the Malcolm Grow... MORE

(Left to right) Renetta Cowan, Senior Master Sgt. Demetrica Jefferis and Lisa Harrison discuss their plans for a Breast Cancer Support Group at the Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Center on Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 12, 2014. Ladies will host the first group meeting in the 4th floor conference room at MGMCSC May 21 from 10-11 a.m. Jefferis, a breast cancer survivor, is the Air Force Element superintendent. Cowan and Harrison are both 779th Medical Group social workers. (U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Tammie Moore)

"No Heat, No Cool" starting soon
October 13, 2015 — The 11th Civil Engineer Squadron will initiate an installation-wide "No Heat, No Cool" period in anticipation of switching from cooling to heating modes on heating, ventilation and air conditioning units from Oct. 15 to Nov. 15, 2015 on Joint Base Andrews.HVAC technicians will complete all equipment serving and startup preparations during this... MORE

The 11th Civil Engineering Squadron will initiate an installation-wide “No Heat/No Cool” period in anticipation of switching from cooling to heating modes on heating, ventilation and air conditioning units from Oct. 15 to Nov. 15, 2014 on Joint Base Andrews. (U.S. Air Force Photo Illustration/Airman 1st Class J.D. Maidens)

Priests visit JBA
October 9, 2015 — Priests from around the country toured Joint Base Andrews Oct. 7, 2015, as part of an organized visit by the Archdiocese for the Military Services.The visit is part of a familiarization tour for priests that are thinking about becoming military chaplains."Being a chaplain is not just about conducting a religious service, but really about being a... MORE

Staff Sgt. Codi Carter, 11th Security Forces Support Squadron military working dog trainer, speaks to priests about what military working dogs do during a base tour Oct. 7, 2015 at Joint Base Andrews, Md. The tour included visiting the 1st Helicopter Squadron, 811th Operation Support Squadron and 11th Security Support Squadron military working dog flight. (Air Force photo by Senior Airman Dylan Nuckolls/Released)

Fire prevention week
October 7, 2015 — The 11th Wing Civil Engineer Squadron's fire department held a live-fire exercise and automobile extraction exercise at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 7, 2015. The exercises were part of fire prevention week. MORE

Airman 1st Class Austyn Helgeson and Senior Airman Scott Burdick, 11th Wing Civil Engineer firefighters, put out a fire during a live fire exercise at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 7, 2015. The exercise was part of the fire prevention week on JBA. (U.S Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Philip Bryant/Released)

Honoring the Hispanic Heritage
October 1, 2015 — Hispanic Heritage month is celebrated annually, September 15-October 15. It was established as a week-long celebration by President Lyndon Johnson in 1968, and then extended in 1988, by President Ronald Reagan to become a month long celebration to recognize the heritage and culture. This year's theme is "Honoring our Heritage, Building our... MORE

Taya Kyle speaks at JBA
September 30, 2015 — MORE

Taya Kyle speaks to Joint Base Andrews personnel and their families, Sept. 27, 2015. Kyle spoke about her experiences dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder. The goal of the Chris Kyle Frog Foundation is to provide meaningful, interactive experiences to service members, first responders and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class J.D. Maidens)

Pope Francis departs JBA for NYC
September 24, 2015 — MORE

Pope Francis arrives at Joint Base Andrews, Md, Sept. 24, 2015. The pope will visit New York and Philadelphia during his trip before returning to Rome on Sept. 27. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Robert Cloys)

2015 NOMAR Award presented to 11 WG Airman
September 24, 2015 — Capt. Carlos Cueto Diaz, 11th Wing assistant staff judge advocate, was recently named one of the Active-Duty Air Force winners of the 2015 National Organization for Mexican American Rights Meritorious Service Award.According to NomarInc.org, the NOMAR Meritorious Service Award honors Hispanic American military members and Department of Defense... MORE

Capt. Carlos Cueto Diaz, 11th Wing assistant staff judge advocate, sits in his office Sept. 24, 2015, on Joint Base Andrews, Md. Cueto Diaz recently receive the 2015 National Organization for Mexican American Rights Meritorious Service Award. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Preston Webb)

Thunderbirds fly high over JBA
September 21, 2015 — Joint Base Andrews held an Air Show on Sept. 19, 2015.Months of preparation culminated in a show featuring static, aviation displays and flights.The flights were headlined by the United States Air Force aerial demonstration team, the Thunderbirds."It's great to be here at Joint Base Andrews! We couldn't think of a better place to celebrate 68 years... MORE

Logan Beckman, a 2-year-old air show attendee, stands inside the cabin of a C-5 Galaxy during the 2015 Joint Base Andrews Air Show, Sept. 19. The C-5 Galaxy was one of many static displays during the show. (U.S Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Philip Bryant/Released)

Remembrance run honors POW/MIA at Airshow
September 19, 2015 — In honor of POW/MIA Recognition Day, Team Andrews participated in a 24-hourremembrance run here Sept. 17-18.More than 300 civilians and military service members participated in the run. Unlike years past, the run took place at the Motorcycle Safety Course.To kick-off the remembrance run, Ann Mills-Griffiths, CEO and Chairman of the Board of... MORE

Marine Corps (Ret.) GySgt Ryan Rivera and members of Air Force Sergeants Association Chapter 102, run the POW/MIA flag to the show center to mark the start of the 2015 Joint Base Andrews Airshow, Sept. 18. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Nichelle Anderson/Released)

Emergency services keep 2015 Air Show safe
September 19, 2015 — The 2015 Joint Base Andrews Air Show was supported by the 779th Medical Group, the 11th Security Forces Squadron and elements of Naval Operations Support Center.Emergency services, medical support and security measures were put in place to ensure public safety during the show."We're always ready for whatever happens," said Staff Sgt. Chiniti Jiles,... MORE

Senior Airman Mika Le Henaff, 779th Medical Group aerospace medical technician, and Staff Sgt. Misty Chaar, 779th Dental Squadron oral surgery technician, discuss medical protocol on the flightline on Join Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 19, 2015. The 779th MDG provided medical support for the 2015 Joint Base Andrews Air Show. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Dylan Nuckolls/Released)

Thunderbird 10
September 19, 2015 — Capt. Angelina Urbina is a U.S. Air Force Thunderbird personnelist, but before her current assignment, she worked at Joint Base Andrews.Urbina held several positions at JBA, her first base, including Deputy Chief Senior Leader Manager for Air Force District of Washington, 11th Force Support Squadron flight commander and 11th Wing executive... MORE

Captain Angelina Urbina, Thunderbirds personnelist, poses for a photo. (Courtesy photo)

Warbirds take the sky
September 17, 2015 — MORE

A P-40 Warhawk, P-51 Mustang and a B-25 Mitchell fly over Joint Base Bolling-Anacostia, Washington, D.C., during a Military Tattoo on base Sept. 16, 2015. The “Warbirds flight”, which also consisted of two B-25 Mitchells and two P-40 Warhawks. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Philip Bryant/Released)

Increased flight activity expected during JBA Air Show
September 16, 2015 — In preparation for the 2015 JBA Air Show flight activity and noise will increase from Sept. 16-19.Residents and visitors to the local area may notice low flying aircraft or hear additional flight noise during the arrival of aircraft during rehearsals for, and leading up to, the air show.The public is encouraged to come to JBA and take part in the... MORE

Being on the frontline of suicide prevention
September 15, 2015 — Every September, the nation brings greater attention to suicide prevention. But suicide prevention doesn't end when October rolls in, it continues. As Airmen, there is a responsibility to look out for our wingmen, coworkers, family, friends and community.According to the Department of Defense quarterly report, there were 57 active-duty suicides for... MORE

September is Suicide Awareness Month. Know Your Wingmen and Stay Engaged!

USAF Honor Guard honors first responders in New York on 9/11 anniversary
September 11, 2015 — The United States Air Force Honor Guard arrived in New York City, N.Y. at the National September 11 Memorial on Sept. 10, stood in front of the bronze plates inscribed with 2,983 victims and began folding three American Flags.Those flags were safe guarded overnight and delivered Sept. 11 to three separate groups of first responders to honor the... MORE

Members of the United States Air Force Honor Guard pose for a photo with New York City Fire Department Squad Company 1 on Sept.11, 2015 in New York City, N.Y. The Honor Guard presented the squad with an American flag to honor them as first responders on 9/11. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo/Airman 1st Class Latasia Gross)

779 AMDS tests preparedness
September 11, 2015 — MORE

Members of the 1st Helicopter Squadron carry a litter to a UH-1N Twin Huey at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 10, 2015. The exercise tested a variety of preparedness aspects including first response and transporting patients to ambulances and helicopters. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class J.D. Maidens/released)

JBA pays tribute on 9/11
September 11, 2015 — Members of Joint Base Andrews and their families paid their respects for Patriot's Day at Heritage Park on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 11, 2015.This year marks the 14th anniversary of the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001."We should take time to reflect on those who gave their lives that day, modern day heroes, and the service of countless Airmen,... MORE

Members of Joint Base Andrews, Md., pay tribute to the first responders and victims of the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, during a Patriot's Day Reveille Ceremony at Heritage Park, here, Sept. 11, 2015. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Nichelle Anderson/released)

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