Defibrillation program can save lives

Early cardiopulmonary resuscitation is an integral part of providing lifesaving aid to individuals suffering sudden cardiac arrest. A study conducted by John Hopkins University indicated individuals who were trained in CPR and equipped to utilize automated external defibrillators before emergency

Clinic closed

The 21 Medical Group including the Pete East Refill Pharmacy is closed Oct. 11 in observance of Columbus Day. For all medical emergencies call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. When requiring after hours Acute Care contact the 556-CARE line and choose the USAFA Acute Care clinic.

USNORTHCOM unveils new emergency response vehicle

U.S. Northern Command Standing Joint Force Headquarters showed off its new emergency response vehicle to North American Aerospace Defense Command and USNORTHCOM members in a display and question-and-answer session at the commands' headquarters Oct. 5.The ERV, a customized 2010 Chevrolet Suburban, is

Five years after Katrina, Veterans return home

Armed Forces Retirement Home residents expected to be displaced for only a few weeks after Hurricane Katrina damaged their facility in 2005. The first 126 veterans returned home five years later to a larger and more lavish facility.The residents lived at the Armed Forces Retirement Home's Washington

Wing enters ORI 'window'

At any time, a team of inspectors from Air Force Space Command will descend on Peterson Air Force Base to thoroughly scrutinize every aspect of the 21st Space Wing's operations."The things AFSPC (inspector General) is authorized to look at, in short, is everything," said LJ Van Belkum, 21st Space

Wing hosts co-commanders

Broncos hold Military Appreciation Day

21st FSS kicks off its CFC event – a potluck with pie

The 21st Force Support Squadron kicked off its Combined Federal Campaign with a potluck lunch and a pie-in-the-face contest from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Oct. 7, in the Building 350 atrium. The squadron asked its personnel to contribute beverages, appetizers, desserts, entrees, dinnerware, plates,

Keep an eye on your kids

This summer, the 21st Security Forces Squadron was called a few too many times when children were left unsupervised on base or were found wandering through base neighborhoods without adult supervision."One time is too many," said Master Sgt. Keith Lundberg, 21st Security Forces Squadron

Losing face

Facebook, as the fanfare hails, is the modern way to keep in contact with family and friends; a life saver for that new Airman who's never been away from home; a convenient way to stay in touch with old co-workers, supervisors, and professional contacts.Essentially, the networking tool for the 21st