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Running clinic gets Airmen fired up about fitness

Posted July 26, 2013 by Staff Sgt. LUTHER MITCHELL Jr.

Courtesy Photo Marlyn Shults, 56th Aerospace Medicine Squadron exercise physiologist, participates in a spin class with Airmen July 17 at the 56th AMDS Health and Wellness Center. The class is part of the running clinic, a six-week-long program designed to improve fitness test scores. Running is part of the physical training test and as such,…

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Street Beat – July 26, 2013

Posted July 26, 2013 by Senior Airman Chris VonHatten,

The 56th Security Forces Squadron handled the following incidents July 12 through 18: Tickets Security forces issued citations for 12 moving and two nonmoving violations. Emergency responses July 17: Security forces and firefighters responded to a report of fire in the base exchange. A small fire on the roof was quickly put out. There were no…

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Inner drive pushed All-American to qualify for 2008 Olympics

Posted July 12, 2013 by 2nd Lt. CANDICE DILLITTE

2nd Lt.CANDICE DILLITTE Airman 1st Class Kyle Young, 607th Air Control Squadron cyber transport systems apprentice, squats 225 pounds July 2 as part of his workout at the 607th ACS gym. Young works out ten times a week to maintain fitness. Every Airman has a story to tell. However, not every Airman’s story involves them…

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If it’s not life or death, make an appointment

Posted July 12, 2013 by Staff Sgt. C.J. HATCH

Over use and improper use of emergency rooms and urgent care facilities are a large drain on the budget available to the 56th Medical Group. The 56th MDG leaders have spent a good amount of time identifying how they can help Luke Air Force Base members and their families better understand and address this issue….

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Fireworks explode into holiday, could cause injury

Posted June 28, 2013 by Courtesy of 56th Fighter Wing Safety

The National Council on Fireworks Safety is urging Americans to take extra care when celebrating with fireworks this Fourth of July. For most Americans, the celebration is a time for food, fun and fireworks, but in 2012 nearly 10,000 Americans were treated in emergency rooms for firework-related injuries. Burns were the most common, accounting for…

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Luke water safe by EPA standards

Posted June 28, 2013 by 56th Aerospace Medicine Squadron Bioenvironmental Engineering Flight

The drinking water at Luke Air Force Base is deemed safe by Environmental Protection Agency standards, according to a report released this month by the 56th Aerospace Medicine Squadron Bioenvironmental Engineer Flight. The study, an annual Consumer Confidence Report on drinking water quality, is available on the Luke AFB website. The report describes the presence…

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Make safety personal this summer

Posted June 21, 2013 by Staff Sgt. LUTHER MITCHELL Jr.

Courtesy photo A damaged government vehicle awaits repair on Luke Air Force Base. The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration reports that driver distraction, driver fatigue, drunk driving, aggressive driving and weather conditions are the top five causes of motor vehicle-related mishaps. Recent statistics show there has been an abrupt increase in Airmen involved in motor…

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Street Beat – June 21, 2013

Posted June 21, 2013 by Senior Airman Christopher VonHatten,

The 56th Security Forces Squadron handled the following situations June 7 to 13: Tickets Security forces issued citations for 21 moving and six nonmoving violations. Traffic-related incidents June 3: Security forces responded to a report of a minor vehicle accident adjacent to Bldg. 998. There were no injuries. June 3: Security forces responded to a report…

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Alcohol increases chances of injury during critical days

Posted June 14, 2013 by Staff Sgt. LUTHER MITCHELL Jr.

Summertime is almost here. The smell of barbecue is in the air. Children are out of school, and it’s the perfect time to plan a getaway. Summer is all about having fun, and throwing back a few cold ones is a common way to beat the heat. The Critical Days of Summer Campaign, from Memorial…

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Firefighters focus on heart health

Posted June 14, 2013 by Airman 1st Class JOSHUA BIRD

“What are you usually doing at 2 a.m.?” A seemingly simple question with an obvious answer was asked by Chief Master Sgt. Charles Funkhouser, 56th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Emergency Services fire chief. Most would say sleeping. There is, however, a group of people who aren’t afforded the luxury of sleeping through every night. Firefighters…

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