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Malcolm Grow closed for training July 10
July 2, 2014 — Members of the 779th Medical Group will participate in mandatory training on July 10, 2014. The Main and Refill pharmacies will be minimally manned until 1 p.m. and there may be extended wait times during this period. Normal pharmacy operations will resume between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. The Laboratory will be open from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Radiology will be... MORE

Malcolm Grow closes for July 3, 4 for holiday
July 2, 2014 — Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Center will be closed for a Family Day on Thursday, July 3 and for observance of Independence Day on Friday, July 4.There will be no appointments on these days and the pharmacy will be closed.Prescription refills called in before 12 p.m. on July 2 will be available for pickup after 12 p.m. on July... MORE

79th Medical Wing welcomes new commander
June 30, 2014 — Maj. Gen. (Dr.) Roosevelt Allen became the new commander of the 79th Medical Wing during a ceremony June 30, 2014.The 79th MDW consists of approximately 1,550 health care professionals who organize, train, equip, and provide medical forces for deployments, homeland defense operations, and supports joint operations within the National Capital... MORE

Maj. Gen. (Dr.) Roosevelt Allen became the new commander of the 79th Medical Wing during a ceremony June 30, 2014.Prior to this assignment, General Allen, a board-certified comprehensive dentist, served as the deputy command surgeon of Air Education and Training Command at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas.

Do Your Part and Vote
June 11, 2014 — There is still time to exercise your right to vote. Please register and request your absentee ballot so that you can cast your vote even though you are away from home.Registering now will give you the opportunity to vote in most state's primary elections happening late this summer before the general election in November.As a general rule, people... MORE

The Andrews Installation Voting Office is located in the base library, which is at the corner of Brookley Ave. and D Street. Hours are:
Monday, 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Thursday, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
(Courtesey graphic)

Voter registration easy, necessary requirement to participate in elections
June 11, 2014 — In order to vote in your state's primary or the general election, one must be registered to vote in that state and normally indicate which party they align themselves with for the primary.A common misconception is that your state keeps your voting information through PCS moves. This is not true, as voting information can--and often is--lost. As a... MORE

May 5 - Pulse on AF force management
May 8, 2014 — This week's force management update focuses on the latest voluntary and involuntary matrices, officer reduction in force boards, and voluntary separation pay information, in a continued effort to bring Airmen the latest, most accurate information concerning the complex and dynamic force management programs.Additional temporary early retirement... MORE

SGLI premium adjustment effective July 1, 2014
April 29, 2014 — The Servicemembers' Group Life Insurance program will adjust its monthly premium rate from 6.5 cents per $1,000 back to the 2006 rate of seven cents per $1,000 of insurance, a modest increase to ensure the SGLI program remains in a strong financial position.The Department of Veterans Affairs continues to place the interests of service members first... MORE

TRICARE Service Center Walk-In Service Ending
March 26, 2014 — Walk-in service at TRICARE Service Centers in the U.S. will no longer be available as of April 1. TRICARE Service Centers are customer service outlets that are operated by our regional contractors. They are usually located in military hospitals and clinics. Because our overseas areas are unique, we will continue walk-in service at TRICARE Service... MORE

The Heart of the House
March 13, 2014 — Soft hues adorn this immaculate abode, casting a spell of tranquility upon its guests. This is important as Fisher House serves military families who have traveled away from home to be with a loved one in their time of need. The length of stay is unknown, but the memories and relationships created here will last a lifetime, as they become member of... MORE

Janet Grampp is the Fisher House manager at Joint Base Andrews, Md., and had been serving military families for the past 20 years. She is a third generation Airman, who enlisted at the age of 20 and spent eight years as an Air Force air traffic controller. (U.S. Air Force photo by Aimee Fujikawa)

24 Q&As about new Distracted Driving Policy on JBA
January 23, 2014 — Q: What qualifies as distracted driving? A: Distracted driving is defined as texting, talking, emailing or using a cellphone while operating a motor vehicle without the use of a hands-free device. Q: What if I am stopped at a red light or a stop sign and not driving at the time? A: Distracted driving is applicable to any vehicle that is in the flow... MORE

Malcolm Grow Closes for Martin Luther King Holiday
January 14, 2014 — Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Center will be closed Jan. 20 in observance of the Martin Luther King federal holiday.There will be no appointments on this day and the pharmacy will be closed. Prescription refills called in BEFORE noon Jan. 17 will be available for pickup after noon Jan. 21. The Emergent Care Center at Joint Base Andrews... MORE

Don't Drive 'Intexticated'
December 31, 2013 — Accidents related to distracted driving have increased significantly across the Air Force over the past few years. In fact, studies show that driving while texting is just as dangerous as drinking and driving. Team Andrews is bucking this trend of driving while "intexticated" with a crackdown on distracted drivers.Beginning Jan. 6, 2014, members of... MORE

AIR FORCE PREPARES TO SEPARATE 25,000 IN SERVICE'S LARGEST DRAWDOWN
December 19, 2013 — Hundreds of Airmen gathered at the base theatre here Dec. 18 and 19, to get smart on programs the Air Force will use to conduct the largest force reduction in the service's history. Budget cuts stemming from sequestration are driving the force management in effort to meet congressionally-mandated end strength and mission requirements.Col. Bill... MORE

Medical Clinic at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling announces holiday closures
December 17, 2013 — The Medical Clinic at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling will be closed on the following dates:Dec. 25 - Christmas HolidayDec. 26 - Family DayDec. 31- Family DayJan. 1 - New Year's HolidayThere will be no appointments on these days. The pharmacy will be closed.Prescription refills called in before noon Dec. 24 will be available for pickup after noon Dec... MORE

AF announces additional force management programs to reduce force size
December 12, 2013 — Air Force leaders announced force management programs Dec. 11 designed to reduce the force by thousands of Airmen over the next five years as a result of sequestration.Fiscal 2014 force management initiatives are in addition to the announcement made in July, stating the Air Force will implement several force management programs to meet budget... MORE

POTUS returns from Africa
December 11, 2013 — MORE

Col. Bill Knight, 11th Wing/Joint Base Andrews commander, and his wife Susan, wait to greet President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama Dec. 11, 2013. The President and first lady, along with former President George H.W. Bush and First Lady Laura Bush, were returning to the states after attending memorial services for former South African President, Dr. Nelson Mandela. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Lindsey A. Porter)

Holiday medical closures announced
November 27, 2013 — Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Center, home of the 779th Medical Group on Joint Base Andrews, and the 579th Medical Group on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling will be closed on the following dates:Nov. 28 - Thanksgiving HolidayNov. 29 - Family DayThere will be no appointments on these days and the pharmacies are closed. All medical services... MORE

JBA celebrates Veteran's Day
November 8, 2013 — The 89th Airlift Wing held a special reveille ceremony in honor of Veteran's Day, Nov. 8. More than 175 members from the wing gathered in formation and saluted as the flag was raised."We owe a debt to our veterans we can never truly repay," said Col. David Almand, 89th Airlift Wing commander. "America rose greatness on their shoulders. We owe them... MORE

Airmen from the 89th Airlift Wing salute as a team of ceremonial guardsmen raise the flag outside of the 89th AW headquarters building on Joint Base Andrews, Md., during a special reveille ceremony in honor of Veteran's Day, Nov. 8. More than 175 Airmen gathered in formation for the ceremony. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Lauren Main)

NEW HOURS FOR SATELLITE PHARMACY
November 6, 2013 — Effective Nov. 1, the Joint Base Andrews Satellite Pharmacy has new hours, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday thru Friday, except federal holidays.The hours of the Main Pharmacy at Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Center remain unchanged, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except federal holidays.On the second Thursday of the month, both... MORE

Flagmen to direct traffic on West Perimeter Road
November 1, 2013 — Flagmen will be directing traffic on West Perimeter Road near the Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Center here beginning Nov. 4.Traffic will intermittently be limited to one lane between the Fisher House and Menoher Drive Monday - Saturday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Construction in this area is expected to last until Dec. 1, contingent upon... MORE

Traffic will intermittently be limited to one lane on West Perimeter Road
between the Fisher House and Menoher Drive at Joint Base Andrews starting
Monday, Nov. 4. Traffic will be impacted Monday - Saturday from 7 a.m. to
7 p.m. Construction in this area is expected to last until Dec. 1 contingent
upon weather. Flagmen will be working in the area and directing traffic.
Drivers should expect delays and should ensure they are obeying the posted
speed limit. (Photo by Robert Graham)

Airmen endure Pre-Ranger Course; Rain and Shine
October 22, 2013 — Since 1955, approximately 250 Airmen have been able to call themselves Air Force Rangers. Seven Airmen from both Minot AFB, N.D., and Joint Base Andrews, Md., came to Davidsonville Communications Site, Md., to endure a grisly 13 day Ranger Assessment and Selection Course to have the same opportunity to qualify and attend the 62 day Army Ranger... MORE

Airmen participate in an exercise that promotes leadership and team building during a Pre-Ranger Assessment Course at Davidsonville Communications Site, Md., Oct. 7, 2013. Apart from having physical endurance in order to successfully complete the course, Airmen must demonstrate they have the capabilities to lead and communicate with their troops as well. (U.S. Air Force/Airman 1st Class Erin O’Shea)

U make a difference in redUcing energy Usage
October 17, 2013 — When convening the workday at Joint Base Andrews, turn off your computer monitor(s) and let the utility-cost reductions commence.Such a simple measure generates about $24 per hour savings across the installation, but when computed on a daily basis, cost cuts grow to between $200 and $300."Energy reduction is basically a culture change, that off... MORE

Small energy-saving personal habits such as turning off lights and powering down office equipment when not in use at Joint Base Andrews have produced big financial savings for the Air Force, and ultimately, the American public. In fiscal year 2012, the installation achieved direct energy and water/sewer cost savings of approximately $3,164,020.27 as compared to fiscal 2011.

Andrews offers flu vaccine
September 24, 2013 — The 779th Medical Group Immunization Services Clinic is slated to have a flu vaccine drive for all DOD/Tricare beneficiaries (9 years of age and older) at the Joint Base Andrews Theater from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 1 and 2, 2013.Currently, the flu vaccine is mandatory for all of Andrews' military members and must be received no later than Dec. 16,... MORE

Parking relocated at Malcolm Grow
August 28, 2013 — Patient parking will relocate to the south side of the Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Center due to construction starting Sept. 3. The current patient parking lots on the north and east sides of MGMCSC will be closed. In addition, the shuttle bus to the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center will now depart from the south side of... MORE

The Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Center Family Health and Pediatric Clinics are relocating into temporary medical buildings located at the corner of West Perimeter and Boston Roads starting Sept. 3, 2013. Patient parking is available near the temporary medical buildings facilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tammie Moore)

Malcolm Grow goes 'under the knife'
August 22, 2013 — The Family Health and Pediatric Clinics will relocate to the Temporary Medical Buildings on the south end of the Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Center campus Sept. 3, as Phase 1 of the military construction project begins here. These modular trailers are located near the intersection of West Perimeter and Boston Roads.Most patient parking... MORE

The Family Health and Pediatric Clinics will relocate to the Temporary Medical Buildings on the south end of the Malcolm Grow Medical Clinic and Surgery Center campus Sept. 3, 2013, as Phase 1 of the military construction project begins at Joint Base Andrews, Md. These modular trailers are located near the intersection of West Perimeter and Boston Roads. The Family Health and Pediatric Clinics are expected to operate in the Temporary Medical Buildings well into 2015. (Courtesy illustration)

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