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Qualitest Pharmaceuticals recalls oral contraceptives
September 20, 2011 — Based on recommendations issued Sept. 16 from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Naval Health Clinic Charleston is recalling different lots of Qualitest Pharmaceutical oral contraceptives. The recall includes Cyclafem 7/7/7, Cyclafem 1/35, Emoquette, Gildess FE 1.5/30, Gildess FE 1/20, Orsythia, Previfem and Tri-Previfem.Qualitest... MORE

JB CHS remembers POW/MIA day
September 19, 2011 — MORE

Senior Enlisted Leadership from each of the military branches run the last leg of the 24 hour POW/MIA rememberance run that ended at the Retreat Ceremony on September 16, 2011, Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Joint Base Charleston honored POW/MIA rememberance day with a 24-hour run that ended at the retreat ceremony followed by a wreath laying and a fly-over. Former POW's as well as members of Joint Base Charleston were in attendance. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Staff Sgt. Nicole Mickle) (RELEASED)

This week in Navy History
September 19, 2011 — Sept. 18, 1936 - Squadron 40-T, based in the Mediterranean, was established to protect U.S. interests and citizens around the Iberian Peninsula throughout the Spanish Civil War.Sept. 19, 1957 - Bathyscaph Trieste, in a dive sponsored by the Office of Naval Research in the Mediterranean, reached the record depth of two miles.Sept. 20, 1981 - USS... MORE

This week in Air Force History
September 19, 2011 — Sept. 18, 1990 - The 436th Military Airlift Wing and 438th MAW moved 107 pallets of tents, cots and blankets as well as 360 passengers to Jordan through Sept. 28. The supplies provided relief to 100,000 foreign workers from Kuwait, who fled to Jordan after Iraq's invasion.Sept. 19, 1984 - A C-141 flew to Kinshasa, Zaire, in support of an AIDS... MORE

437 AW celebrates Air Force birthday
September 19, 2011 — MORE

(Left to right) Robert Dunbar, Airman 1st Class Michael Jefferies, Airman 1st Class Don Howerton and Charles Jackson prepare to cut a birthday cake in honor of the Air Force's 64th birthday at the Charleston Club Sept. 16. Jefferies and Howerton were chosen to cut the cake because they are the youngest Airmen assigned to the 437th Airlift Wing. Howerton is assigned to the 437th Maintenance Squadron and Jefferies is assigned to the 437th Operation Support Squadron. Jackson and Dunbar were both prisoners of war and were also attending the POW/MIA luncheon held at the Charleston Club. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ashlee Galloway)

Are You “All In”?
September 19, 2011 — In 2009, a joint Secretary of the Air Force and Chief Sergeant Major of the Air Force letter to all Airmen addressed their deep concern about Airmen who commit suicide. The letter emphasized an "all in" approach for us to support each other in getting the necessary help to prevent suicide. Their stand of 'one suicide is too many' is meant to convey... MORE

Joint Base Charleston Airmen participate in JOAX
September 16, 2011 — MORE

U.S. Air Force Capt. Keith Grawert, a pilot from the 15th Airlift Squadron, Joint Base Charleston, gives a crew brief in preparation for Joint Operation Access Exercise (JOAX), Sept 7 2011. JOAX is a one-week exercise to prepare the Air Force and the Army to respond to worldwide crises and contingencies. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Nicholas Pilch) (RELEASED)

September is National Preparedness Month
September 15, 2011 — Fire SafetyIn less than 30 seconds, a small flame can get completely out of control and turn into a major fire. It only takes minutes for a house to fill with thick black smoke and become engulfed in flames. By preparing for a fire emergency, you can greatly reduce your chances of becoming a fire casualty.- Install smoke alarms on every level of... MORE

Junior Intermezzo Club offered at Youth Programs
September 15, 2011 — The Joint Base Charleston Youth Programs has partnered with the Charleston Concert Association to offer a Junior Intermezzo Club. The club is limited to 30 middle school-aged children and will provide free music appreciation instruction to students. Students who sign up for Junior Intermezzo Club will be required to sign a "contract" agreeing to... MORE

NHCC expands optometry services for family members
September 15, 2011 — The newly opened Joint Department of Defense/Veteran's Administration optometry clinic located on Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station, is now open to TRICARE Prime retirees and dependants of active duty service members. With this addition, veterans, retirees, active duty and their dependents all have access to optometry services at either the... MORE