April 26, 2023 AETC Surgeon General visits 49th MDG Both the 49th Medical Group and Holloman received a special visit from the Air Education and Training Command’s surgeon general, U.S. Air Force Col. Christopher Grussendorf, April 13.
Sept. 23, 2021 Myths and facts about the vax — debunking common COVID-19 vaccine myths The COVID-19 vaccine has been mandated across the Department of Defense and despite its demonstrated effectiveness and safety, a host of myths have left some Airmen and Guardians hesitant to receive it. While social media posts and some news outlets may make it harder to keep up with what is fact or
May 11, 2018 National Nurse’s Week Nurses and medical technicians are invaluable assets to the 49th Wing. They provide direct emotional and physical support to military members and dependents stationed at Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico. Holloman’s 49th MDG is home to a number of outstanding nurses and medical technicians serving
May 22, 2017 National EMS week National Emergency Medical Services week kicks off May 22. As an essential public function, EMS practitioners are a vital component of emergency medicine. However, their life-saving services are often overlooked. National EMS week, established in 1974, serves to honor EMS practitioners and their
March 9, 2017 Public Health Travel Medicine Program aims to decrease travel risk Spring is the time that people may start planning and scheduling trips to various exotic locations across the globe. For these people, preparation for their trips will generally center on what to bring, like personal items and clothing.
Feb. 23, 2017 Top nine tips for children’s oral health February is Children’s Dental Health month. The following nine recommendations will keep your children in peak oral health by teaching them the ins and outs of keeping those pearly whites in shape.
July 12, 2016 Joint Commission awards 49th MDG The 49th Medical Group has earned both The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Ambulatory Health Care Accreditation as well as their Gold Seal of Approval for Primary Care Medical Home certification.