Edwards AFB News

  • Flightline violations causes munitions trailers reroute

    Because of recent increases in controlled movement area violations on Edwards' flightline, the 412th Test Wing commander has prohibited munitions trailers from crossing the runway. Col. Bill Thornton mandated rerouting munitions trailers to take base public roads such as Jones Road, Rosamond and

  • Flu Season: What you need to know

    If you have ever had the flu, you know it can knock you out--with members of your family, friends, and co-workers not far behind. Today, it's more important than ever to get your facts straight about the flu--and the vaccines available to prevent it.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

  • Flu season: What you need to know

    Flu season is officially upon us. If you have ever had the flu, you know it can knock you out, with members of your family, friends, and co-workers not far behind. Today, it's more important than ever to get your facts straight about the flu and what you can do to keep yourself safe and prevent it

  • Flu shots available for active duty members

    Attention to all Active Duty Members:Monday, Oct. 7, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., the 412th Medical Group will host a flu vaccination line for active duty members at the Oasis Community Center. The flu vaccine is required to maintain Individual medical readiness currency and helps in preventing the

  • Flu shots available for military Oct. 4-5

    Flu season has begun. Are you ready?  The best way to prevent the flu is by getting vaccinated each year. The 412th Medical Group will hold a flu shot drive Oct. 4 and 5 for all military members -- active duty, Guard and Reserve, in Hangar 1600. Military members can simply come by from noon to 4

  • Flu shots now available

    The 412th Medical Group Immunization Clinic is now providing flu vaccines to all military members and pediatric patients between 6 months to 23 months of age.  The clinic will start vaccinating all "High Risk" patients between 2-49 years of age and all patients ages 50 or older beginning Oct.

  • Flu shots to be available for civilians as well as military

    For the second year in a row, Air Force Materiel Command will make the influenza (flu) vaccine available to its civilian workforce. This is in addition to the flu vaccine for military and TRICARE beneficiaries.There is a limited quantity of the flu vaccine purchased for the AFMC Civilian Workforce

  • Fluoride supplements brushing in prevention of tooth decay

    Maintatining good oral health can help in the prevention of overall health issues, because the bacteria in the mouth circulates throughout the body, spreading bacteria and increasing health risks, according to the American Dental Assocation.The best way to prevent the spread of oral bacteria is by