Immunizations: more than just a pain in the side

The line stretched out the door and to the edge of the parking lot, but it moved quickly and without too many meltdowns. Occasionally a scared child kicked and screamed with everything in their being to avoid what they assumed was the worst pain on the planet.Every military member is required to get

Aragon Airman shares love of food and 'family'

Well before most of us are considering waking up for the day, the breakfast crew at Team Pete's Aragon dining facility are up and at work by 4 a.m.One member in particular, Airman 1st Class Andres Popp, 21st Force Support Squadron services apprentice, shared his day-in-the-life experiences inside

Understanding snow call procedures

During winter weather, one of the most important missions at Peterson AFB is ensuring the safety of all personnel via notifications about current road conditions and whether the base is open, closed or delayed reporting is in effect. Peterson personnel can check several avenues for information

Call TRICARE Nurse Advice Line for medical questions

Sometimes it is difficult to know when to seek medical help for acute health problems, so having access to professional advice at a moment's notice is invaluable.The Military Health System's new Nurse Advice Line for TRICARE beneficiaries does just that. Since late April 2014, TRICARE beneficiaries

October is National Dental Hygiene Month

Autumn is here and while many are thinking of candy corn and football, dental professionals are advocating October's National Dental Hygiene Month.For the past five years the American Dental Hygiene Association has co-sponsored this event. This year's focus is maintaining oral health while leading a

Cop’s corner

Tip of the Month (Traffic) - Speed limits are 5 mph whenever passing any troop movements or formation walks/runs. Drivers will yield the right-of-way to marching troop formations, slow their vehicle to 5 mph when approaching from any direction, and when passing the formation, use extreme caution.

Recent hardships in Colorado merit CFC donations

Everyone has their good and bad days. For some Colorado Springs-area families the last few years have been especially challenging. It's during these tough times local charities step in to help; but organizations require funding to continue their good work.The Combined Federal Campaign is an annual

Get flu shot to protect against influenza viruses

As snow begins to sprinkle Pikes Peak, we are reminded that autumn has approached. This time of the year also reminds us that flu season is forthcoming. Ensuring you and your loved ones are vaccinated against the flu viruses will prevent flu-related illnesses as well as missed school and missed

Breast Cancer Awareness Month run

Operation Boxtop supplies remote Canadian station

Located just 508 miles from the North Pole and 1,140 miles north of the Arctic Circle, Canadian Forces Station Alert and its small contingent of personnel provides signals intelligence there and for its detachment stations.Due to its remote geographic location at the northernmost inhabited location