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Andrews UCC contributes to safety, well-being 24/7
September 22, 2014 — The 779th Medical Group Emergent Care Center here provides emergency medical services and transports... MORE

Maj. Joseph Thomas, 779th Medical Group Emergent Care Center flight commander, and Senior Airman Kristine Perez, 779th MDG ECC medical technician, care for a patient in the ECC, Sept. 11, 2014, on Joint Base Andrews. The presence of the ECC contributes to the immediate health and well-being of each member on Andrews by tending to patients with urgent conditions after hours. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Released)

Malcolm Grow to close for Labor Day weekend
August 25, 2014 — Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Center will be closed on Friday, Aug. 29 for an AFDW Family... MORE

Airman 1st Class Kayla Adams, 779th Medical Group medical laboratory technician, reads a specimen plate under a fluorescent light Jan. 31, 2013 at Joint Base Andrews, Md. The results of the readings are used to diagnose various types of bacterial infections. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class Erin O’Shea)

Southbound lane along West Perimeter Rd closed through Aug. 18
July 31, 2014 — People driving near Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Center can expect delays along West... MORE

UFC fighters visit Team Andrews
June 30, 2014 — MORE

Mike Dolce, an Ultimate Fighting Championship FIT coach, speaks to a crowd at the Tactical Fitness Center on Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 24, 2014. The UFC FIT program taught attendees about achieving maximum physical fitness through living a healthy lifestyle, and was sponsored by the Air Force Reserve. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class J.D. Maidens)

2013 Consumer Water Quality Reports
June 27, 2014 — The Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission, the base water provider, and Terrapin Utility Service,... MORE

Airman 1st Class Anthony Calderon samples tap water at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 27, 2014, to demonstrate how the 779th Bioenvironmental Flight analyses the supply to ensure it meets quality standards. The bio flight releases a yearly water quality report to comply with the Safe Drinking Water Act. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham)

Critical Days of Summer 2014 - ORM style
May 30, 2014 — With the Critical Days of Summer at-hand, it is time to shine light on a fundamental value instilled... MORE

This year’s CDoS Air Force-wide theme, "Risk: Double checks, not second thoughts," encourages Airmen to continue to be responsible wingmen and take care of themselves and those who rely upon them. (Courtesy graphic)

Making what's good, great; new mental health program at the 459th ARW
April 30, 2014 — A new program has been established at the 459th Air Refueling Wing, here. The Psychological Health... MORE

Julie Russell, psychological health director, chats with SrA Colin Hayes, medical technition at the 459th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron, on the importance of psychological health, April 28, 2014. The Psychological Health Program is a new program at the wing and is geared toward helping Airmen and their families maximize psychological health, resilience, and wellbeing so they can overcome the challenges of life both in and out of the military. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Staff Sgt. Katie Spencer)

March into Nutrition Awareness Month
March 6, 2014 — The Health and Wellness Center here is forging ahead with the Better Food, Better Bodies campaign to... MORE

Airman 1st Class Justin Baniwas is making a conscientious choice to eat healthy by “going for green” at the Joint Base Andrews, Md., Dining Facility on Feb. 28, 2014. Baniwas is with the 779th Medical Staging Squadron and works as an outpatient records technician. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Ms. Amber J. Russell)

Don't Drive 'Intexticated'
December 31, 2013 — Accidents related to distracted driving have increased significantly across the Air Force over the... MORE

Turkey Fryers Can Start House Fires
November 12, 2013 — Outdoor gas-fueled turkey fryers cook up juicy turkeys in a fraction of the time it takes to roast... MORE

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jovan Berry, poses for a portrait.

How a Lifetime of Training Saved a Life

“You better not die; the kids would be so mad.” It’s a surreal scene. The smell of a small, old bathroom, the endless noise of security forces over the radio. A man, blue in the face, face down on the floor in a dire medical situation. And a...

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Lessons in leadership for new supervisors

I had the honor of serving as class mentor for Airman Leadership School Class 25-Foxtrot, and I was guest speaker at their graduation on Aug. 28, 2025. Watching these dedicated Airmen complete their first level of professional military education was...