1 Aug 2013

7th MDG begins pediatric enrollment

The 7th Medical Group recently began offering open pediatric enrollment for children and adolescents up to the age of 15.The medical group recently gained a new pediatrician and pediatric nurse practitioner; Dr. Shannon Murphy and PNP Jennifer Hessock, making open enrollment possible. Below is some information about both providers:Capt. Shannon

19 Jul 2013

Sacrifice

The word sacrifice is oftentimes associated with military members and is most frequently related to the death of a combatant in service to his or her country. When we take our oath of enlistment, we swear that we will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic. Most of us will agree that when

15 Jul 2013

First Stop - 7th LRS Customer Service

We all need 'things' to accomplish our missions throughout the 7th Bomb Wing, and knowing this, your first place to look should be the Logistics Readiness Squadron's Customer Service office, where our outstanding team of professionals are eager to assist the needs of Team Dyess!The 7th LRS Customer Service is the first stop for all of your materiel

12 Jul 2013

Evolving cyberspace

We're surrounded by technology. We depend on it daily in our personal and professional lives. For commanders and shirts, their military-issued cell phone is always within reach. This type of communication hardware is crucial in enabling them to lead their troops, but it's only one link in the cyber chain that holds the Air Force together.Our Airmen

19 Jun 2013

Getting the family ready for summer

Summer is finally here, the kids are out of school and if you're a mom like me, you might be wondering what to do with your children during the summer months.Although many parents look to the great outdoors to keep their children entertained, we must keep in mind while the sun is bright and inviting, it is also dangerous and can be hazardous to you

28 May 2013

Culture, What is it and Why Should I Care?

When someone uses the term culture, it conjures up images of different peoples in regions of the world speaking different languages, dressing in native attire and interacting in ways that are unfamiliar to most. As military members, our deployments, temporary duty assignments and permanent change of stations expose us to various cultures throughout

23 May 2013

Summer is Peak Season for PCS and Household Goods Shipment - Solid Planning is Key to Success

Summer Permanent Change of Station moves within the continental United States is in full swing. Much like last season, the entire Department of Defense is experiencing difficulty obtaining Transportation Service Providers to pack and pick up personal property shipments. The DoD attributes this to several factors to include limited carrier capacity,

20 May 2013

Trust is not given it is earned

We are blessed to live in a time and a community that is grateful toward those that wear a uniform. However, the trust and respect of the American people is not something we should take for granted. I would like to share a few personal examples of kindness that people have shown toward me over the last few years. I was walking through the parking

30 Apr 2013

Why Do I Have Bad Breath?

Bad breath, also known as halitosis, affects many people daily. Understanding the many reasons may help aid in controlling it.Food -- What you eat affects the air you exhale, like garlic or onions. If you don't brush and floss daily, particles of food can remain in the mouth, collecting bacteria, which can cause bad breath. Dieters may develop

22 Apr 2013

Exercise of the week: Barbell jammers

Equipment needed: * Barbell (additional weight plates optional)Primary muscles targeted: * Shoulders, abdominals, hips, thighs, calves and shins* Full-body workoutImportance: * Builds strength in multiple muscle groups throughout the body* Requires coordination throughout the bodyStep 1Starting Position: Place the end of a standard barbell in a