Preventing musculoskeletal injuries could save AF $1.5 billion annually

There is a rising concern affecting a number of military members that is costing the U.S. Air Force approximately $1.5 billion annually: musculoskeletal injuries.Musculoskeletal injuries consist of any muscle-related injury such as shin splints or ankle injuries - both of which can sometimes be

Tacoma, Wash. recruits tour base facilities

Future Air Force recruits from the 361st Recruiting Squadron in Tacoma, Washington toured Fairchild Air Force Base facilities March 17.The recruits visited the education office, saw a KC-135 Stratotanker and were shown around the fitness center. During their visit they learned what facilities are

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Spokane weather anchor visits Fairchild students

Katie Boer, KREM 2 NEWS weather anchor, visited students at Michael Anderson Elementary School as part of the "KREM in the Classroom program" March 18, here.Boer demonstrated how the green screen works and gave students a hands-on learning experience. She also showed the students how the Earth is

2015 Total Force Climate Survey happening now

Total Force Airmen have an opportunity to express their opinions to Air Force leadership during the 2015 Total Force Climate Survey happening now through April 27.The purpose of the survey is to assess the opinions and perceptions of Air Force active duty, Air National Guard, Air Force Reserve and

Retired Airman takes home $2,000 prize from Fairchild Exchange

When it comes to contests, Retired Air Force Maj. Gerald Daub has luck on his side. When he saw an advertisement for the Army & Air Force Exchange Service's "Because of You" drawing, he knew he had to enter.Daub, who served in the Air Force for 24 years, took home the contest's second prize--a

Prevent alcohol abuse before it's a problem

Each year Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Treatment sees roughly 75 Airmen, mostly ages 18 to 24 years old, for alcohol related incidents. On average, 11 of those have a Driving Under the Influence referral. In support of the Air Force's goal to have zero alcohol related mishaps, ADAPT is here

Fairchild Honor Guard kicks off local St. Patrick's Day Parade

The Fairchild Air Force Base Honor Guard kicked off the St. Patrick's Day Parade March 14, in downtown Spokane, Washington, as a means to strengthen community relations and build public trust and support. The parade was organized by The Friendly Sons of St. Patrick, a local non-profit organization

The Boom Podcast, March 13

In this week's "Fairchild's The BOOM" podcast, former hosts, Tech. Sgt. Brian Bender and Staff Sgt. Dennis Ayres, have left the nest leaving The BOOM in the highly capable hands of the show's new hosts, Capt. David Liapis and Staff Sgt. Benjamin Stratton. The new duo touch on PCS season tips,

92nd Medical Group honorary commander visit

The 92nd Medical Group Honorary commander, Elaine Couture, the regional chief executive-Providence Health Care for Eastern Washington, met with the 92nd MDG leaders March 10, 2015, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Wash.The meeting consisted of speaking about "building a mutual trust and transparency"