Strong Minds, Strong Mission: Why Mental Health Matters for the Warfighter

Strong Minds, Strong Mission: Why Mental Health Matters for the Warfighter

Story by Maj. Jennifer Gerhardt 188th Wing EBBING AIR NATIONAL GUARD BASE, Ark. — At the 188th Wing, the mission demands peak performance, razor-sharp focus, and unwavering resilience. But beneath the uniform, Airmen are human, navigating the same stresses and challenges as anyone else—often intensified by the unique demands of Guard service. For Holly Hannam […]

N.C. state air surgeon reflects on military medicine, career and service

N.C. state air surgeon reflects on military medicine, career and service

Story by Staff Sgt. Reanna Hartgrove 145th Airlift Wing, North Carolina Air National Guard CHARLOTTE, N.C. – After nearly three decades of military service and more than 25 years in medicine, Col. Daniel Martinie, North Carolina National Guard Joint Force Headquarters – Air chief flight surgeon, remains committed to readiness, resilience and mentorship in the […]

131st Bomb Wing Dental Clinic named best in Air National Guard

131st Bomb Wing Dental Clinic named best in Air National Guard

Story by Master Sgt. John Hillier 131st Bomb Wing The Missouri National Guard’s 131st Medical Group dental clinic was recently named as best out of the 90 wings across the Air National Guard in the 2023-2024 ANG Medical Service Awards. The dental team and its five Airmen were recognized for their innovative efforts to accomplish […]

Military Medical Laboratory Professionals: Scientists, Investigators, and Problem Solvers, Ensuring Readiness

Military Medical Laboratory Professionals: Scientists, Investigators, and Problem Solvers, Ensuring Readiness

Story by Ken Cornwell Defense Health Agency Defense Health Agency military medical laboratory professionals play a crucial role in supporting warfighter readiness, said U.S. Navy Lt. Cmdr. Clara Pangco, laboratory department head at Naval Hospital Twentynine Palms in Twentynine Palms, California. She is one of hundreds of military lab professionals who offer critical services and […]

124th Medical Group opens new Medical Training Facility

124th Medical Group opens new Medical Training Facility

Story by Staff Sgt. Jadyn Eisenbrandt 124th Fighter Wing GOWEN FIELD, ID—The Idaho Air National Guard held a ribbon-cutting ceremony April 17, 2025, at 2 p.m. to mark the opening of a new Medical Training Facility on Gowen Field for the 124th Fighter Wing. The building, which provides laboratories, exam rooms, administrative areas, classrooms, record […]