• 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,

  • Edwards looks toward future of testing

    What does testing look like in the future? This is one of the most frequent questions I am asked and a question Air Force leaders wrestle with each and every day. While I can't predict with 100 percent certainty what it will look like, I can tell you Team Edwards is working closely with the rest of

  • Communication helps battle the war of the future

    Imagine an unmanned B-1 Bomber flown by a joystick and operated by pilots halfway around the world. Imagine the B-1 doesn't just deliver precision bombs on targets, it also releases unmanned combat aerial vehicles that fly surveillance, deliver precise weapons and are so small and stealthy they are

  • Edwards saves bucks by going green

    Similar to Edwards' aviation history, we have now begun new mission of utility conservation and energy management for the Air Force. In September during an Air Force-sponsored Enhanced Use Lease Industry Day, Col. Bryan Gallagher, 95th Air Base Wing commander, challenged private developers to "bring

  • General plan sets course for CE projects

    When the 95th Civil Engineer and Transportation Directorate looks for its future construction efforts, they follow a plan to guide them -- the general plan. The general plan provides the 95th Air Base Wing commander and other decision-makers a picture of Edwards' present and future capability to

  • 95th MDG assesses future of health care

    The 95th Medical Group is comprised of the 95th Medical Operations Squadron, 95th Aerospace Medicine Squadron and 95th Medical Support Squadrons. The 95th MDG's mission is to provide health services, support military readiness and maintain the health of the community. This is accomplished through

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