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Medical moulage enhances exercise
December 23, 2016 — Moulage, the art of applying make-up to simulate injuries, is used to train medical and military personnel how to triage and treat patients. Using materials such as artificial blood, latex, paint and silicone, moulage adds realism to exercise scenarios. MORE

Moulage, the art of applying make-up to simulate injuries, is used to train medical and military personnel how to triage and treat patients. Using materials such as artificial blood, latex, paint and silicone, moulage adds realism to exercise scenarios.

Top Things You Need to Know about Zika Virus
December 7, 2016 — 1. Zika virusThe Zika virus is a mosquito-borne disease that causes minor illness in most people. Symptoms can include fever, rash, muscle and joint pain, red eyes, and headache. Illness usually lasts for several days to a week.In pregnant women, Zika infection can cause microcephaly. 2. How is Zika spread?While Zika virus spreads... MORE

Two birds, one shot
November 16, 2016 — Joint Base Charleston participated in a three-day public health emergency exercise Nov. 7-9, testing the base’s capability to respond to a biological virus outbreak.As the host base for two airlift wings responsible for providing a significant portion of Air Mobility Command’s global reach capability, members of Joint Base Charleston who deliver... MORE

Members of Joint Base Charleston receive their annual flu vaccines from the 628th Medical Group (MDG) at a point of distribution during a public health emergency exercise on Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, Nov. 9, 2016. In the event of a real world incident, members would be given a flu vaccine if they hadn’t already received one, as well as medication to combat the outbreak. To simulate that, those who participated in the exercise were given the vaccination and candy to represent the medication.

Wing Leadership receives annual flu shots
November 1, 2016 — U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Lyman, left, Joint Base Charleston commander, receives his annual flu shot from Staff Sgt. Sarah Woods, right, 628th Medical Group (MDG) NCO in charge of the allergy and immunizations clinic, Oct. 21. The 628th MDG began offering the flu shot to active-duty service members, children from ages three to 17 and high-risk... MORE

U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Lyman, left, Joint Base Charleston commander, receives his annual flu shot from Staff Sgt. Sarah Woods, right, 628th Medical Group (MDG) NCO in charge of the allergy and immunizations clinic, Oct. 21. The 628th MDG began offering the flu shot to active-duty service members, children from ages three to 17 and high-risk adults Oct. 17. Beginning Nov. 1, the influenza vaccine is available to all DoD beneficiaries. Additionally, the Air Base Exchange will offer a flu line on Nov. 19 from 1000 to 1300.

JB Charleston lights the way for domestic abuse victims
October 27, 2016 — A candlelit vigil was held to raise awareness for domestic abuse victims and honor military families affected by abuse at the Hunt Community Center here, Oct. 24.The Family Advocacy Office has been raising awareness throughout October to educate members of Team Charleston about domestic abuse in the military and the resources available to victims... MORE

Members of the 628th Medical Group hold up red silhouettes during a candlelit vigil to raise awareness for domestic abuse victims and honor military families affected by abuse at the Hunt Community Center here, Oct. 24, 2016. Red silhouettes are used across the United States to recognize victims who lost their lives to domestic violence.

UPDATE: Latest Storm Information for JB Charleston Personnel
October 10, 2016 — NOTE: The below releases are listed in order of timeline - from the newest to oldest. 10 Oct 16- Joint Base Charleston reopens, Emergency Family Assistance Center... MORE

NHCC provides care on the move
September 13, 2016 — Naval Health Clinic Charleston’s staff consists of highly skilled military and civilian professionals dedicated to providing the gold standard of patient-centered, health care to service members, family members and veterans. One component of our beneficiaries is active duty service members. Whether we’re ensuring our active duty service members... MORE

Naval Health Clinic Charleston is made up of highly skilled military and civilian professionals dedicated to providing the gold standard of patient-centered, health care to service members, family members and veterans. NHCC health care workers provide a bridge to accessible and critical, but easy to understand medical care. (Courtesy Photo)

Avoiding Bloodsuckers
September 9, 2016 — The term “bloodsuckers” may evoke the mental image of vampires, but they are not the only creatures who need to suck blood in order to sustain life. Female mosquitoes survive by feeding predominantly on blood, while male mosquitoes survive by feeding on flower nectar and sweet juices. After a mosquito bite, most experience red bumps and itching,... MORE

This graphic displays how to avoid mosquitos. (Courtesy Graphic)

Air Mobility Airmen practice Ebola safety through Exercise Mobility Solace
August 19, 2016 — Air Mobility Command Airmen flew an aeromedical evacuation of a simulated Ebola patient from Joint Base Charleston to Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, during Exercise Mobility Solace, Aug. 15-17, 2016.Mobility Solace provided AMC and its joint partners, the opportunity to evaluate the procedures and operational sequences of moving multiple patients... MORE

A Transportation Isolation System (TIS) is loaded onto a C-17 Globemaster III aircraft during Exercise Mobilty Solace at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., Aug. 15, 2016. Mobility Solace provides Air Mobility Command, working with joint partners, the opportunity to evaluate the protocols and operational sequences of moving multiple patients exposed or infected with Ebola using the TIS, while also minimizing the risks to aircrew, medical attendants and the airframe. The TIS is a modular, scalable system, composed of at least one isolation pallet for patient transportation and care, one pallet configured as an antechamber to provide medical members with an enclosed space to safely decontaminate and remove their personal protective equipment before exiting. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Airman Megan Munoz)

Liquid Gold: Protecting a Mother’s Right to Breastfeed
August 17, 2016 — As many are aware, Fort Knox is the home of the United States gold reserves. Did you know the estimated worth of the gold housed at Fort Knox is worth 261.6 billion dollars? It's no wonder we take such momentous precautions to ensure the safety and security of our nation's gold! Fort Knox is believed to be the most secure vault in the world... MORE