June 24, 2020 Summer Health Hazards Summer is a great time to be outside and enjoy the weather. Awareness of summer health hazards can help you prevent potential injuries and discomfort. Here’s how you can protect yourself and others, and enjoy the summer fun.
March 13, 2020 Understanding anxiety Experiencing occasional anxiety is a normal part of life. You might feel anxious speaking in front of a large group, or driving in heavy traffic. Anxiety encompasses feelings of worry, nervousness, or dread. In moderation, anxiety isn’t necessarily a bad thing. It is a normal reaction to stress and
Feb. 1, 2019 AFMC promotes stroke prevention awareness Stroke is the leading cause of serious, long-term adult disability in the United States. The effects of a stroke range from mild to severe and can include paralysis, problems with thinking, difficulty with speaking, and emotional problems.According to the National Institutes of Health, each year
Sept. 28, 2018 AFMC promotes combating loneliness WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- If you have ever felt lonely, know that you’re not alone. Military deployments, living far from family, or going through a divorce, are common reasons to feel lonely.Loneliness is a universal emotion that does not discriminate. It can affect people of all
Jan. 17, 2017 Ready to quit smoking? CHPS offers tobacco cessation program WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- There has never been a better time to quit tobacco. Civilian Health Promotion Services is now offering a new tobacco cessation program to help individuals who are ready to quit smoking.According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, cigarette
Dec. 5, 2016 AFMC encourages sober driving during holiday season The holiday season is a time of year for family gatherings, office parties, and socializing with friends, but the holiday season is also known for being the deadliest season when it comes to buzzed driving. A driver’s license mixed with a few alcoholic beverages is dangerous. No one intends for
Oct. 7, 2016 AFMC promotes ‘RECESS’ physical activity challenge During the months of October through December, Air Force Materiel Command will promote its RECESS physical activity challenge.RECESS is a command-wide initiative which is conducted by Civilian Health Promotion Services, to help the AFMC workforce increase movement by promoting short bursts of