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  • Good mental health critical to readiness

    Mental health is a critical part of every Airman’s medical readiness. Although many service members worry that seeking mental health care will negatively effect their career, the opposite is usually true. With early identification and the right treatment by a medical professional, most mental health

  • WA Secretary of State visits Fairchild AFB

    Colonel Scot Heathman, 92nd Air Refueling Wing vice commander, gives a mission brief to Kim Wyman, Washington Secretary of State, during a base visit at Fairchild AFB, Washington, Nov. 15, 2017. Wyman spoke with base leadership about the importance of voting and received information about

  • First Stop Initiative improves access to mental and behavioral health care

    Navigating a complex healthcare system and seeking out a mental health specialist can be overwhelming and time consuming. As a result, many are reluctant to address treatable mental health concerns. To make it easier for patients, the Air Force has implemented a program called First Stop Initiative,

  • Take command: Enroll now for 2018 TRICARE coverage

    On Jan. 1, 2018, there are a number of changes coming to your TRICARE benefit. This includes a change to the current TRICARE regions. The current three regions (North, South and West) will become two regions (East and West). There will be new regional contractors for the new East and West regions.

  • 92nd CS Airman innovates process, aids DEOCS

    An Airman from Team Fairchild has developed an innovative procedure to better disseminate an organizational climate survey, ultimately saving hundreds of man-hours through utilizing the base SharePoint tool kit.

  • The Justice Files - Nonjudicial Punishment

    During the month of September 2017, three Airmen received nonjudicial punishment under Article 15, Uniform Code of Military Justice, five Airmen were involuntarily separated, and two Airmen were administratively demoted. Commanders used the following actions as means of punishment, rehabilitation

  • Team Fairchild receives Air Force Outstanding Unit Award

    Team Fairchild prides itself on its legacy as the Air Refueling Center of Excellence, a legacy that was reiterated when it received the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award Oct. 26, 2017. Fairchild was selected for the AFOUA for its performance of exceptionally meritorious service. The award-period for

  • Airman readiness: Taking care of the body starts with the mouth

    Before reaching for that mid-afternoon soda or in to that bowl of office candy, you might want to think about how well you are keeping your mouth clean. The mouth is an important part of the body and can affect overall health. October is Dental Hygiene Month and, according to Air Force dental