• Winter safety, no time to chill

    Improper heating equipment use was responsible for 53,600 reported U.S. home fires, more than 400 deaths, 1,520 injuries, and $893 million in damage. With that Airmen are provided tips to how a safe winter season this year.Different seasons bring unique hazards, such as fireplace use, space heaters,

  • Military Family Month recognizes sacrifice, duty

    The U.S. Census Bureau reported, in their Oct. 3, research, there were more than 115 million households in the U.S.With service members making up less than one percent of the population, the number of military families is barely visible when thrown in the mix of civilian household numbers; however,

  • AADD urges Airmen to make responsible choices

    While the holidays are just around the corner and social gatherings become more common, the Airmen Against Drunk Driving council reminds Airmen to be responsible and make good decisions.AADD is an Airmen-run, volunteer organization designed to provide rides as back-up plans to Airmen who have been

  • Barksdale Airmen lead community training for Ebola response

    While the risk of an Ebola outbreak here remains low, 2nd Medical Group Airmen led training Nov. 14 with local civilian emergency medical services responders and hospital staff members in order to pre-emptively strengthen coordination efforts and increase awareness of procedures in the event they

  • Out of the frying pan: Tips for a safe Thanksgiving

    As Thanksgiving approaches home-grown chefs are reminded of the dangers associated with cooking and are given tips on how to avoid accidents coming this holiday.Thanksgiving brings families and friends together to share a meal, conversation and laughter, but the holiday also brings an increased fire

  • Stuff the turkey, not yourself

    Editor's note: This is part three of a three-part series on Thanksgiving at Barksdale.The Senior Airman Bryan R. Bell Fitness Center hosted the Turkey Trot 5K fun run, Nov. 14, 2014 here.The 3.2 mile run served as reminder for Airmen to keep health and fitness in mind while enjoying a delicious