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Introducing MiCare, AFMS’s New Online Secure Messaging System coming soon to Edwards

Posted June 14, 2013 by

The Air Force Medical Service is excited to begin patient registrations for MiCare, the Military’s online confidential secure messaging service. This system has been shown to significantly reduce the number of phone calls between patients and providers, increase patient satisfaction, and save time for the medical office staff and the patient. The AFMS aims to…

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Child Support Services workshop held for base helping agencies

Posted June 14, 2013 by Nancy Koch-Castillo

A free update and training workshop presented by the Los Angeles County Child Support Services Department was held June 4 in order for Edwards personnel assigned to base helping agencies to learn about important updates in child support services. The workshop was held to better equip base helping agencies with information to pass on to…

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Edwards Exchange transitioning to Rip-Stop Airman Battle Uniform

Posted June 14, 2013 by Chris Ward

As the Air Force transitions from the Airman Battle Uniform to the Rip-Stop Airman Battle Uniform (RABU), the Army & Air Force Exchange Service will no longer be able to order the ABU once the Defense Logistics Agency's stock is depleted and will sell only the RABU.

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Edwards AFB Exchange celebrates Arby’s grand opening

Posted June 14, 2013 by Brittany Power

Air Force photograph by Jet Fabara Left to right: Lt. Col. Matthew Wallace, 412th Mission Support Group, deputy group commander; Aleeza Griffin, Arby’s manager; the Edwards Queens; and Mike Wiles, Edwards Exchange general manager, take part in the Arbyís grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony June 10, 2013. Edwards AFB Exchange had their ribbon cutting…

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What is distracted driving?

Posted June 7, 2013 by Nelson Ervin

Air Force photograph by Melissa Buchanan Distracted driving can be deadly. Without giving it a lot of thought, we all can admit to having been distracted while driving. In 2011, 3,331 people were killed in crashes involving a distracted driver, compared to 3,267 in 2010. An additional 387,000 people were injured in motor vehicle crashes…

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Edwards Drug Take Back Day June 14

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The 412th Medical Group will team up the 412th Security Forces Squadron to give the public an opportunity to turn in expired, unused and unwanted prescription and over-the-counter medications 10 a.m.-2 p.m., June 14 in the Exchange lobby. This service is free and anonymous, with no questions asked. This initiative addresses a vital public safety…

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HAWC monthly Run/Walk event

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The Health and Wellness Center is hosting their monthly Run/Walk event June 12. Due to popular demand, there will be three distances: 5K, 7.5K and 10K.†The start time is 7:30 a.m. at the Rosburg Fitness Centerparking lot. The event is open to runners and walkers of all levels so make it your squadron PT and…

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Arby’s opens June 10 at the Exchange Food Court.

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News Briefs June 7, 2013

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Airman passing The commander regrets to announce the passing of Senior Airman Fernando R. Flores, assigned to 412th Security Forces Squadron, Edwards AFB, Calif. Flores passed away May 23, 2013.†To settle the estate of the deceased, 1st Lt. Kathryn Stewart, assigned to Edwards, has been appointed as Summary Courts Officer.†Any persons having a claim for…

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News Briefs May 31, 2013

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Roadway drainage construction project Beginning June 10 and continuing through Aug. 1, base motorists will encounter minor delays as work to improve roadway drainage is performed at the intersection of Rosamond and Muroc Avenue. During this time, Rosamond will be reduced from two-lanes each way to one-lane each way and Muroc will be closed north…

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