July 17, 2020 ADAPT & overcome Alcohol and substance abuse can impact numerous people in many different ways, and whether an individual is aware of it or not, the potential for negative, life-altering consequences is real.Luckily for Barksdale Airmen, the fight to help themselves recover from this abuse doesn't have to be fought
July 10, 2020 2nd MDG welcomes new commander The 2nd Medical Group welcomed a new commander during a change of command ceremony at Barksdale, July 10, 2020.
June 2, 2020 Public Health on the front lines of the invisible enemy It’s often said that adversity does not build character, it reveals it.Throughout the undeniable adversity the world has faced during the COVID-19 pandemic, the character of the Airmen of the 2nd Medical Group public health unit has shown through.
May 31, 2020 Dental Clinic Reopens in a Phased Approach The 2nd Operational Medical Readiness Squadron is preparing to reopen on June 1, 2020 at Barksdale Air Force Base, La. after not being fully operational since mid-March due to COVID-19.
Feb. 13, 2020 February is Children’s Dental Health Month “Why should I take my child to the dentist if they are going to eventually lose their baby teeth?” This is a common question that many parents have. If a child is not in pain and does not have their permanent teeth, there are still many reasons for children to see the dentist by the recommended age
Nov. 1, 2019 Bruner family embraces new life It was more than five years ago when a family took their son in for a normal check up, however, their world changed when the doctor pieced together all of his observations and broke the news of a life changing diagnosis.
June 20, 2019 Preparing For Leisure Travel While we all love traveling to new places, it is important to know how to stay safe and healthy with the proper preparations to minimize health risks. It is essential to know what public health concerns you and your family members may be at risk for, while on leisure travel outside of the United
April 19, 2019 Public Health Wants to Arm You with Facts during Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) Awareness Month April is sexually transmitted disease awareness month. According to the annual 2017 statistics reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis are the most common diseases in the United States.
April 5, 2019 Residency program provides Airmen dental implant options The 2nd Dental Squadron's residency program provides Airmen a variety of general dentistry and surgical options to include orthodontic procedures and dental implants. Staff Sgt. Mozer Da Cunha, 2nd Bomb Wing Public Affairs photojournalist, takes the final step to have his dental implant procedure
Feb. 14, 2019 Prescription Drop Boxes The 2nd Medical Group Satellite Pharmacy is expanding the use of prescription drop boxes for its customers.