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Picky eating: When to worry?

Picky eating: When to worry?

Kids can be tricky. Kids can be picky. Mealtime can be sticky. Is your picky eater going through a phase or is it time to get help? ALPHA- Your child may turn her nose up at dinner when you scoop something new on her plate, but she will at least […]

August 20, 2020 ×

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Air Mobility Command medical instructors provide training for medics from the KMC inside a Negatively Pressured Conex at Ramstein Air Base on July 14. The training was conducted to ensure that KMC medics possess the skill and knowledge to effectively support missions within the European and African Command.

Ramstein medics conduct NPC training

The Negatively Pressurized CONEX, or NPC, is the newest system available to transport large numbers of individuals with COVID-19.

July 23, 2020 ×

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U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jocelyn Ford, 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs photojournalist, poses for a photo after completing an afternoon run near Ramstein Air Base, on June 19. Ford has used running as inspiration to travel alone through Europe and complete races in Germany, the Netherlands, Ireland, Italy, Norway, and Greece.

Deciding you’re a runner

For many of us, going on vacation means taking a break from our regular fitness routine and cardio sessions. For one Airman, cardio is her vacation.

July 23, 2020 ×

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Preventing alcohol-related incidents

Education and preparedness are key in the prevention of alcohol-related incidents for both you and your teammates.

July 23, 2020 ×

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Cheney Lindgren is pictured at the Landstuhl Regional Medical Center Traumatic Brain Injury Clinic, where she was previously employed and has volunteered for the past two years as part of the American Red Cross Program at LRMC.

American Red Cross volunteer increases medical capability at LRMC

The call to service resonates with many military families. Although never having sworn an oath to defend the constitution, Cheyney Lindgren’s contributions are an answer to the call for service members across Europe.

July 23, 2020 ×

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William McCarthy, facility director for Landstuhl Regional Medical Center and Regional Health Command Europe, checks blueprints for recently-installed water treatment equipment at LRMC. McCarthy was recently recognized as the civilian of the year for 2019.

LRMC civilian of the year maintains Army values, medical facilities across Europe

A lot goes into a hospital, from special projects to maintaining landscaping. It’s a monumental task, which is why William McCarthy, facility director for Landstuhl Regional Medical Center and Regional Health Command Europe, was recently recognized as the civilian of the year for 2019. McCarthy oversees all U.S. Army medical […]

July 23, 2020 ×

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Spc. Chrisiellefaye Pagarigan, an occupational therapy specialist at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, draws on a sheet of paper as a way to remain resilient during the COVID-19 restrictions, June 26. Pagarigan recently won an art competition for an Independence Day design and has been drawing since middle school.

LRMC soldier finds resilience through art

From culture shock to language barrier, there’s a lot to take in when stationed overseas, particularly for junior service members who may find themselves away from home for the first time.

July 23, 2020 ×

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U.S. Army Capt. Jessica Weinman, 67th Forward Resuscitative Surgical Team Emergency Nurse, reviews the medication stock and prepares commonly used medications for an inbound patient prior to a training scenario at the Medical Simulation Training Center, Ramstein Air Base, June 19. Medications come in different concentrations and substances, and nurses need to assure these substances and concentrations are prepared appropriately and are ready to administer when a patient arrives.

Forward Resuscitative Surgical Team trains at Ramstein

The 86th Medical Group provides a unique capability when it comes to medical training. The Medical Simulation Training Center is the home to nine human simulators.

July 9, 2020 ×

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Keep yourself and your family safe this summer

Summer is a great time for the outdoors, grilling, picnics and relaxing. But just because we want to have fun doesn’t mean we can’t stay safe. Here are some tips to help make your summer the best, and healthiest, one yet.

July 1, 2020 ×

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2019 annual drinking water quality report

2019 annual drinking water quality report

We are pleased to present this year’s Annual Drinking Water Quality Report (Consumer Confidence Report – CCR) as required by Air Force Instruction 48-144, Drinking Water Surveillance Program, and the Final Governing Standards for Germany (FGS-G). This report is designed to provide details about where your water comes from, what it contains, and how it compares to standards set by regulatory agencies.

June 25, 2020 ×