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COMMENTARY Men’s Health Month, Page 2

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POLICE BLOTTER

AIR FORCE NEWS

Latest reported incidents, Page 6

Total force current, selected master sergeant evaluations close out Sept. 30, Page 3

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JBA HOSTS FIFTH-ANNUAL MOTORCYCLE SAFETY DAY

FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 2015 | VOL. 4 NO. 23

Celebrating Juneteenth

BY BOBBY JONES

STAFF PHOTOJOURNALIST

U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTO BY SENIOR AIRMAN PRESTON WEBB/RELEASED

Mikayla Moore demonstrates maneuvers at the Fifth Annual Motorcycle Safety Day June 11, at Joint Base Andrews. See story on page 6.

JBA prepares for Command Cyber Readiness Inspection BY 744TH COMMUNICATION SQUADRON The 744th Communications Squadron is preparing for the Command Cyber Readiness Inspection (CCRI), scheduled for July 13-17.

The biennial inspection conducted by the Defense Information Systems Agency assesses the compliance status and operational readiness of the base non-

see CYBER, page 4

The atmosphere was filled with aromatic food fare and festive music as local residents gathered on the grounds of Walker Mill Regional Park in District Heights on June 13.

The joyful gathering marked the 8th Annual Juneteenth Celebration and was sponsored by the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission.

Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, is the oldest commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States on June 19, 1865. Today, Juneteenth is recognized in more than 40 states and Washington, D.C. “We had some amazing acts perform here today— like Tulani, an R&B harpist who’s played with Lady Gaga,” said John Parker, of Hutchinson Design Group, the event Management Company that cosponsored

The Luther Vandross Review belts out ballads from the late R&B soul singer.

the free event.“We had dancers from Princess Mhoon Dance Company, dancers from Taratibu and the opening ceremony was performed by the Dr. Henry Wise High School Band. Juneteenth is amazing and it’s also historic. And I’m very proud as an African-American-owned company to be involved with this celebration.”

Caleb Simpson, 5, of Bal-

Caleb Simpson, a 5-year-old resident of Baltimore,

see FREE, page 3 has his face painted.

A new vision for the AFE shop ‘last to let you down’ four-legged workforce They maintain more than 400 pieces of equip11TH WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS ment to include: helmets, night vision goggles and The men and women of survival kits for more than the 811th Operations Sup- 170 aircrew members. port Squadron are responsi“Night vision goggles alble for maintaining aircrew low aircrew to do their missafety and survival gear. sion regardless of the time “Our job slogan is ‘we are of day,” McGee said. “I rethe last to let you down,’” ally enjoy working on them said Airman 1st Class Lac- - breaking them down. I ey McGee, 811 OSS aircrew have a keen eye for detail; I flight equipment technician. like taking things apart and “The aircrew members rely seeing just how they work.” on our knowledge to make An aircrew member’s life sure their equipment is good may depend on the equipto go, so they don’t have to ment one day. worry about its condition.”

“I fully trust the work of Since the 811 OSS sup- the AFE shop,” said Capt. ports the 1st Helicopter Emily Ladd, 1 HS pilot.

Squadron’s 24-hour opera- “Once we leave the ground, tions mission for the Na- there is no troubleshooting, tional Capital Region, the everything has to be funcequipment has to be mis- tional. If I’m in an emergency and need their equipsion ready at all times.

BY AIRMAN 1ST CLASS RYAN J. SONNIER

LESLIE C. SMITH/ANDREWS GAZETTE

Nancy Bromberg, VMD, DACVO, veterinary specialist examines Barbara, a therapy dog, with a slit lamp.

BY LESLIE C. SMITH STAFF WRITER

Examining every kind of creature large and small—from a horse the smallest of therapy dogs— is pretty much the same as for people, said Dr. Nancy Bromberg of VCA SouthPaws Veterinary Specialists and Emergency Center in Fairfax, Va.

see VISION, page 5

U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTOS/AIRMAN 1ST CLASS RYAN J. SONNIER

Airman 1st Class Lacey McGee, 811th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment technician, assembles a visor for an HGU-56/P helmet at Joint Base Andrews.

ment, there is no time to swap it out.”

This may sound intimidating for some, but it is the daily operations of the AFE Airmen.

For McGee, the most challenging thing is to not

become complacent.

“I have to remember that my job has the potential to save lives and I have to be on my ‘A’ game to make sure that the aircrew members are in the best care,” she said.

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Hot tickets

Friday, June 19, 2015

AIRMEN OF NOTE PERFORMS FOR KOREAN WAR VETERANS

Around town June 19-20

Beer Bourbon & BBQ Festival National Harbor, 137 National Plaza, National Harbor Join the festival for a great day of “beer sippin,’ bourbon tastin,’ music listenin,’ cigar smokin,’ and Barbecue eatin.’” Admission includes a sampling glass for all-you-care-to-taste sampling of beer and bourbon. Barbecue vendors will be on-site along with seminars in the tasting theater, and live music all day. ($) Visit www.beerandbourbon.com and www.nationalharbor.com

June 19

Hardway Connection 8 -10 p.m.

Publick Playhouse, 5445 Landover Road, Landover Celebrate Juneteenth at the Playhouse with Hardway Connection blues band. Their style of bluesy soul with a touch of R&B is the hallmark of this popular band that performs covers and original work. ($) Call 301-277-1710 or visit www.arts. pgparks.com

June 20

A Soldier’s Life: The War of 1812 1-2 p.m.

Bladensburg Waterfront Park, 4601 Annapolis Road, Bladensburg A recounting of the life of a soldier during the War of 1812: the roles, responsibilities, uniforms, and weapons. FREE. Call 301-779-0371 or visit www.pgparks.com

June 21

Paper Airplane Day Noon-4 p.m.

College Park Aviation Museum, 1985 Cpl. Frank Scott Drive, College Park Participants will have the chance to build and test their paper airplanes before competing in the annual Paper Airplane Derby. Derby begins at 3 p.m. Free with museum admission. Call 301-8646029 or visit www.collegeparkaviationmuseum.com

June 24-July 19

UniverSoul Circus National Harbor, 137 National Plaza, National Harbor World-class acts from around the globe, including Chinese aerialists, pretzel twisting and contortionist. An all-new show for the entire family. Celebrate the tradition of the UniverSoul Circus, featuring live animals, stunts and much more. ($) Visit www. universoulcircus.com and www.natiionalharbor.com.

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Veterans of the Korean War and volunteers watch an Airmen of Note concert June 13, 2015, at Joint Base AnacostiaBolling, D.C. During the concert, the Airmen of Note played several pieces that were popular during the Korean War.

Commentary

Men’s Health Month

see medical professionals.

According to the Agency for 19TH AIRLIFT WING Healthcare Research and PUBLIC AFFAIRS Quality, American men are 25 percent less likely than Each June, a congrestheir female counterparts to sional health education visit a doctor. program is promoted to “For whatever reason, heighten the awareness of preventable health problems men in general just do not and encourage early detec- go to the doctor as often as tion and treatment of disease women,” said Capt. Amanda Killinger, a 19th Aerospace among men and boys.

Screenings, health fairs, Medicine Squadron flight media appearances and oth- surgeon.“Men shouldn’t heser health education activities itate to get checked out.”

“Prevention is much are held to raise awareness easier than treatment,” Killfor male health concerns.

The increased visibility of inger continued. “Take prosMen’s Health Month encour- tate cancer as an example, ages men and boys to seek it is treatable, but if a man regular medical advice and doesn’t get diagnosed early, early treatment for disease things have the potential to get much worse. Routine and injury.

One main problem among checkups are vital when it males is their reluctance to comes to one’s health.”

BY SENIOR AIRMAN HARRY BREXEL

According to the Center for Disease Control, prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in American men, after lung cancer.

Along with regular doctor visits, there are multiple other things that men can do in order to prevent disease and stay healthy. Exercise and healthy eating play a key role in developing and maintaining good health. Base fitness centers might provide various classes to can help both men and women get or stay in shape.

Additionally, some base health and wellness centers hold healthy cooking classes and provides nutritious recipes. Eating healthy is a great way to combat heart disease, which is also common in

American men.

Being overstressed can also lead to a multitude of health problems. Eating right, exercising and getting sleep is proven to reduce stress. Medical treatment facilities or clinics can offer sleep hygiene and relaxation classes that can help remedy or treat sleep problems.

Smoking can also cause health complications. For those who are interested in quitting, the HAWC often offers smoking cessation classes.

Though June and Men’s Health Month will come to an end, men should remember to focus on their health year round with the goal of living longer and happier lives.

pounding pharmacies. Some pharmacies prepare medications for patients who need different kinds or strengths of medications than are available in commercial products. Pediatrics, for example, is a big area for compounding, a spokesman said.

Some compounding pharmacies charge unsupportable costs for these products, he added. Defense Department costs for compound drugs skyrocketed from $5 million in fiscal 2004 to $514 million in fiscal 2014. In the first six months of FY 2015, DoD costs exceeded $1 billion.Tricare patients are cautioned if callers ask for Social Security or Tricare numbers. Tricare

has no need to call patients for this information. While Tricare has been monitoring compound activity for several years, the aggressive outreach began this year.Tricare responded with 30,000 letters to patients who receive compounds to make them aware of its concerns.

Retiree Corner Commissary Closed

The commissary at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling will be closed June 23-24 to allow a reset of its retail space.

The store will close at 4 p.m.

June 22 and reopen June 25. The reset will include replacing hardware, implementing a new layout of dry goods areas and changing some of the inventory, a spokesman said. The reset is part of an agency-wide program to better serve customer shopping patterns.

Smoking Pitfalls

New Air Force instructions prohibit smoking in vehicles with children, and reinforces that medical cam-

puses are 100 percent tobacco free. Since 2008, smoking has declined 39 percent among active-duty airmen, a spokesman said. Smokeless tobacco use, however, remains a significant problem, impacting 7.4 percent.

Electronic cigarettes fall under the same restrictions as conventional cigarettes.

The average smoker loses 10 years of life compared with nonsmokers, the spokesman added.

Compound Alert

The Defense Health Agency has alerted Tricare beneficiaries of recent aggressive and deceptive marketing practices of com-

The Retiree Activities Office is open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday.Visit the office in Building 1604 at California and Colorado Avenues or call 301 9812726. Call before your visit to ensure a volunteer is on duty. The RAO has a website at www.andrews.af.mil.

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FREE, from page 1 timore, was ecstatic as he patiently set while he got his face painted at a free face painting station. Additional arts and crafts stations were available for youngsters. Caleb’s mother and father saw the event as an opportunity to educate their son about the historical day. But the day also held a dual meaning. “We got married on Emancipation Day and it’s our sixth anniversary.

So we’ll be here every year to celebrate this day,” said the couple in unison.

Participants old and young were treated to a dance troupe and several musical groups which included performers from the Luther Vandross Review, Faycez U Know Band, Trinidad and Tobago Steel Orchestra, Steven Hurd, Dyson Alexander and Reesa Renee.

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Darnall’s Chance House Museum hosts picnic Evaluations close out Sept. 30

BY DEBBIE GILDEA

AIR FORCE PERSONNEL CENTER PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Regular Air Force, Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve master sergeant and master sergeantselect enlisted performance reports will now close out annually on Sept. 30. In addition, as of June 3, master sergeants and selects will no longer receive change-ofreporting-official EPRs. Enlisted Evaluation System and Weighted Airman Promotion System changes initiated in July 2014, including EPR static closeout dates for each grade, focus on ensuring job performance is the most important factor when evaluating Airmen.

Master sergeants and

selects, whose EPRs closed out before June 3, will get another EPR that closes out Sept. 30 covering performance during the months between their most recent EPR and Sept. 30.

Master sergeants and selects, whose EPRs would have closed out between June 3, and Sept. 30 will not get an EPR until the Sept.

30 closeout date.

Additional enlisted evaluation and promotion system changes will be announced as they are approved for implementation.

For more information about Air Force personnel programs go to myPers. Individuals who do not have a myPers account can request one by following the directions on the Air Force Retirees Services website.

LESLIE C. SMITH/ANDREWS GAZETTE

Darnall’s Chance House Museum held a colonial picnic June 13 . Picnic goers were treated to hands-on activities while colonial reenactors demonstrated early American living. Eighteenth century-style entertainers charmed attendees with juggling by Signora Bella and the regal music of the Chesapeake Caledonian Pipes and Drums.

–Leslie Smith

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ceives,” Zane said.

The following tips will assecure internet protocol sist JBA through the CCRI: router and secure internet l Log off and reboot protocol router networks. your NIPR machine daily It also inspects tradi- to ensure security patch tional and physical security compliance; do not just pull of base facilities. your Common Access Card “This includes inspect- and remain logged in. ing work centers for adl Power on and log in to herence to standards as SIPR machines during manwell as checking the base’s datory uptime periods; staynetworks and information ing connected during the systems for vulnerabili- entire period is essential. ties,” said Lt. Col. Pamella l Properly label disc Zane, 744 CS commander. media and have proper “DISA will also look at classification markthe base’s technical and ings on communications operational adherence to equipment (computers, Department of Defense monitors, phones, etc.) in standard practices and a mixed environment. policies, which include NIPR and SIPR network Follow proper compliance, physical se- security guidelines curity and information Do not leave your CAC assurance practices.” in the card reader when During the CCRI, there you are away from your should be minimal impact computer; pull your CAC to the average end-user. Us- to lock your workstation. ers may experience latency Always digitally sign or other delays in reaching messages with hyperlinks network resources as vul- and attachments. nerability scanning is conBe cautious of phishducted by the inspectors. ing attempts when receiv“What you may not real- ing emails with links and ize is, just like a unit com- attachments that are not pliance inspection or opera- digitally signed. tional readiness inspection, all personnel who use AF- Properly safeguard Net, NIPRNet or SIPRNet classified systems Do not pass any inforplay a critical role in the preparations and ultimate- mation, especially informaly the overall score JBA re- tion on the Critical Infor-

mation List over unclassified means, whether it be phone, email, Facebook, etc.

Know how to identify and respond to a network security incident or classified message incident by using the orange Computer Emergency Quick Response Aid. Know your unit security manager and Information Assurance Officer.

Never plug any sort of electronic devices like thumb drives, hard drives, portable media players or cell phones into a NIPR or SIPR machine unless you have an approved exemption letter.

Additionally, inspectors will visit base facilities to assess physical security and may conduct interviews of unit personnel. If questioned by an inspector, refer them to the unit information system security officer or to 744 CS. “Success will only be reached through consistent adherence to standards and a culture of accountability,” Zane said. “The time to be concerned with cyber security is always.”

If you have questions or concerns about the CCRI, contact your unit information assurance officer or 744 CS at 301981-0273.

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and have it checked if it doesn’t resolve pretty “I use a slit lamp—it’s quick.”

Bromberg said that a handheld slit lamp. It’s the same thing as we use it is probably not a bad that we put our chin in, idea to have your pet or and it’s to survey the service animals brought surface of the eye–the in for a baseline exam.

Bromberg was one of cornea, part of the lens.” the more than 200 parBromberg then switches to an indirect ophthal- ticipating ophthalmolomoscope, which allows gist who donated their her to look further back services for a national into the eye for abnor- service animal exam event coordinated by malities.

“Major changes in the the American College vision, especially retinal of Veterinary Ophthaldisease, may show up as mologists (ACVAO) and night vision problems Stokes Pharmacy. As before it affects their day part of the event, anivision. So if you notice mals were seen by veteryour dog starts bump- inarian ophthalmologists ing into things when during May throughout you shut the lights off clinics in the Virginia or doesn’t want to go out and Maryland area.

“I just love being able for a walk at night, that is usually indicative of to interact with a lot of retinal change,” Brom- the dogs and even their handlers. A lot of the berg said.

“Watch for changes service dogs, when they if see your dog is hav- are at work you’re really ing some redness or dis- not allowed to pet them charge. If it’s only for a or give them treat, but day or two and it resolves when they are here for on its own, it is probably an exam and their haljust a passing pollen in- ters come off, we get a cident, but if it persists it chance to interact with really should be checked them as puppies instead out. We only have two of as working dogs,” eyes and they’re very Bromberg said.

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Animals included are formally trained guide dogs, handicapped assistance, detection, military search and rescue and certified, registered therapy animals.

Bromberg has been involved with this national eye exam event for seven years.

“It’s nice to know I’m giving back to the community. These dogs work for us. They don’t ask for a raise. It’s nice to know that I’m examining them and making sure their vision is going to be as healthy as we can make it so they can continue to serve their handler or, in the case of the Warrior Canine Connection dogs, tour the Intrepid unit at Walter Reed, and visit with severely injured people. These dogs make such an incredible difference in these people’s lives. It’s nice to know that I’m contributing somehow,” Bromberg said.

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Security Forces Police Blotter The Security Forces Blotter is intended to keep members of the Joint Base Andrews Community informed and aware of the crimes and offenses that occur throughout the base each week. If you have any information that may help Security Forces solve a crime or prevent a criminal act, please contact BDOC (Base Defense Operations Center) at 301-981-2001, CRIME STOP LINE 9812677 (COPS, or the investigations section at 301-9815656).

June 10, 2:36 p.m.: Security Forces responded to an anonymous tip through the LiveSafe App reporting a possible abandoned vehicle in Liberty Park Base Housing. Security Forces attempted to make contact with the owner, with negative results. The vehicle was cited accordingly.

June 13, 5:06 p.m.: Security Forces responded to an individual at the Main Gate suspected of operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol and having an open container in the vehicle.

Security Forces apprehended and processed the individual. Upon further investigation it was revealed the individual was only in possession of an open container of an alcoholic beverage

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and cited him accordingly.

June 13, 7:23 p.m.: Security Forces stopped an individual at the Main Gate attempting to bring a controlled dangerous substance on base. The individual was detained and charged accordingly.

As a Reminder

There has been an increase in attempts to enter the installation with a controlled dangerous substance in the vehicle.

All vehicles entering the installation are subject to be searched; anyone caught attempting to bring controlled dangerous substances on the installation will be charged and may lose their base privileges.

For reporting any emergencies or non-emergencies please feel free to utilize the “LiveSafe” App. “LiveSafe” is an anonymous reporting app that can be downloaded for free on your smart device.

There has been an increase in loud noise complaints. Be conscious that quiet hours are 24 hours; also be mindful of your neighbors and your surroundings.

When driving on the installation, be aware of the posted speed limits. If caught speeding you will be cited.

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JBA hosts Motorcycle Safety Day if we make safety events like this fun, people will 11TH WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS be more inclined to go and pay attention.”

Joint Base Andrews Although directed at hosted the Fifth annual motorcycle riders, the Motorcycle Safety Day on demonstrations, compeJune 11. The event served titions and local motoras quarterly safety train- cycle equipment vendors ing and a fun day out for were open to anyone with JBA motorcycle riders base access. said Tech Sgt. Brandon Staff Sgt. Roland Ferris, Commander’s Ac- Hubert III emphasized tion Group NCO in charge. the importance for non“Every year, The Air riders to gain awareForce has motorcycle ness and a better underfatalities. In order to standing of the people staunch those numbers, they share the road with we need to provide safety to avoid accidents and training,” Ferris said. “So fatalities.

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Chief Master Sgt. Vance Kondon, 11th Wing command chief, reminded to consistently perform inspections on their motorcycles before each ride.

Immediately after, Domonic Anderson, professional motorcycle drag racer, walked riders through a comprehensive inspection of their motorcycles including tires, wheels, controls, lights, oil, chassis and stands.

Hubert stressed the importance of safety training and road awareness.

“Knowing how to keep yourself and others safe

is the key to success,” Hubert said. “A man once said ‘The concrete is harder than your face. Wear a helmet with a face shield.’”

Ferris hopes the event will improve each year and encompass a wider audience to spread the message of safety.

“In the future we hope to make the event bigger, better and a joint environment,” Ferris said. “We’re going to try to make Joint Base Andrews the center for motorcycle safety in the National Capital Region.”

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