• Time to cool off - how to prevent heat exhaustion

    As temperatures rise, it is important to take the proper precautions to ensure a safe and healthy summer. Heat exhaustion is a form of a heat-related illness that can develop after several days of exposure to high temperatures and an insufficient amount of fluid intake. People suffer heat-related

  • Changes in works for Air Force PT uniform

    The Air Force uniform board is working to resolve Airmen's issues with the Air Force physical training uniform, which became mandatory for wear in fall 2006. The board has received nearly 500 inputs from Airmen including suggestions on ways to improve the uniform, and some of those changes are in

  • Summer Safety Tips: Grill Safety

    Barbecue. The word itself can make peoples' mouths water. When some people think of barbecuing the first thing that they think of is outdoor cooking and social gatherings. If grilling out, a favorite American pastime, is a part of people's weekend plans this summer, extra precaution around the grill

  • Be prepared: tornado safety precautions

    People have recently witnessed what a tornado can do to a town in Kansas. Tornado season officially started in March but people can never be too cautious to review tornado safety procedures. Before and during storm season, it is essential to have planned methods in place so families can practice

  • Suicide: a growing concern

    In 2004, the 11th leading cause of death in the United States was suicide; a total of 32,439 deaths, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. To help with this situation, risk factors and signs of suicide have been compiled through research to spot those in need of help. Research

  • A time to ride - safely

    Car accidents occur unexpectedly and can happen to anyone. Motorcycle accidents can also end in deadly results regardless of how old or experienced the motorist may be. The 22nd Air Refueling Wing safety office is offering sports bike classes, which will address correct safety procedures, techniques