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  • Safety puts brakes on long-distance driving accidents

    Road trips can be fun. They also bring challenges that are not present in day-to-day driving. To keep your passengers safe, consider the following advice before embarking on an extended road trip: Plan your route Map out the route you will take. Decide how far you will travel each day and where you

  • All-terrain vehicles pose safety hazard

    An estimated 740 people died in 2003 in incidents associated with all terrain vehicles. In addition, in 2004 there were an estimated 136,100 emergency room-treated injuries associated with ATVs. About a third of all deaths and injuries involved victims under 16 years old. The Consumer Product Safety

  • Safety not just for the summer

    Winter isn't a time to just stay indoors and wait for spring. There's a whole wonderland of sports out there for the entire family -- skiing, sledding and snowboarding, to mention a few. When out in the snow you may need to take extra steps to keep your family safe. On ice and snow, accidents can

  • Edwards tax center seeks volunteers

    The Air Force Flight Test Center Legal office is seeking volunteers to serve as tax center volunteers for the upcoming tax-filing season. This program is a great opportunity to help your fellow Airmen save money while donating your time. It is an excellent volunteer opportunity where you can learn

  • Remember food safety during holiday season

    Sharing holiday meals with friends and family is an important part of the holiday season. Do partake of the season's merriment, but don't invite food poisoning to join the party by using careless food-handling practices. With a little bit of care and knowledge, foodborne illness is almost entirely

  • 95th AMDS sponsors Occupational Health Week

    The 95th Aerospace Medicine Squadron will be hosting an "Occupational Health Week" at the Base Exchange starting Tuesday through Nov. 16. A variety of informational displays and hands-on demonstrations will familiarize visitors with the occupational health services available to the Edwards

  • Proper cord use prevents fire, electrical hazards

    The first rule when using extension cords is to make sure they are rated for the type of equipment you're using. Just because an extension cord looks heavy enough to use in an industrial environment, don't assume it can be used with power tools or appliances. Always read the manufacturer's label on

  • SCE to install energy-efficient bulbs in base housing

    Edwards is partnering with Southern California Edison and Pinnacle Housing for a unique energy savings opportunity. Under the Direct Install Program, SCE will update all interior and exterior permanent lighting fixtures in Mesquite Meadows, Joshua Acres, Juniper Ridge and Mountain View. However,

  • Surveys put spotlight on Wingman Wellness

    The Wingman Wellness Survey is currently ongoing through Nov. 16. Based from past Wingman Wellness surveys, Edwards has increased efforts to promote the Employee Assistance Program and Military OneSource. Because of those efforts, increased participation in the EAP and MOS programs has demonstrated

  • Burning sensation affects dental patients' mouths

    Burning mouth syndrome is a common problem that causes patients to experience a burning or scalding pain on the lips, tongue and sometimes throughout the mouth. There are often no visible signs of irritation, and the syndrome may be caused by various factors such as the onset of menopause,