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86th Medical Group explains Zika virus

by Capt. Ryan Button 86th Medical Group

While studies are ongoing, recent observations suggest that the incidence of serious birth defects may be related to infection with the Zika virus. Pregnant women or women of childbearing age who plan to become pregnant and their sexual partners are the focus population for the efforts to prevent or mitigate the disease.

March 31, 2016 ×

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Fight Back Against Sugar: Tips to help overcome the cycle of excessive sweets

by Megan Finley Contributing writer

Before moving to Germany, I would avoid sugar and refined carbohydrates like the plague. But now that I am living here, I find it hard to refuse all the amazing breads, pastries and carbohydrate-loaded wonderfulness that Germany has to offer.

March 24, 2016 ×

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Spring is here … Let’s get moving

by Katie F. Boltuch Contributing Writer

Tell me if this sounds familiar: “My bathing suit is telling me, ‘Get off the couch and get yourself in that gym.’ But my sweatpants are like, ‘Come on in, there’s plenty of room!’”

March 24, 2016 ×

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Don’t be swayed by dental misconceptions

by Airman First Class Samantha Bodnar
86th Dental Squadron

Dental visits can be a source of anxiety for many people, which are often due to common misconceptions. One concern is the radiation exposure from dental X-rays.

March 10, 2016 ×

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Baby teeth are not just for babies

by Senior Airman Aria Gehman 86th Dental Squadron

Cavities in children are increasing as the number of children affected by tooth decay is on the rise.

February 25, 2016 ×

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Health Corner: Health notice for countries, territories with active Zika virus transmission – Feb. 5, 2016

Courtesy of Regional Health Command Europe Public Affairs

In response to reports in Brazil of microcephaly, a birth defect where a baby’s head is smaller than expected, and other poor pregnancy outcomes in babies of mothers who were infected with the Zika virus while pregnant, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued a travel alert for people traveling to regions and certain countries where Zika virus transmission is ongoing. The notice is an Alert Level 2 that calls for travelers to follow enhanced precautions or recommended preventive measures for these destinations.

February 5, 2016 ×

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Biggest loser: Finish first by losing

by Airman 1st Class Lane Plummer 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

As people are looking for ways to start the new year off healthy and fit, Ramstein’s Southside Fitness Center is hosting its sixth annual ‘Biggest Loser’ event from now to April 5 to help people start the year off right.

January 14, 2016 ×

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Health Corner: How to navigate the supplement maze – Dec. 18, 2015

by Marissa Pierce, CFT Contributing writer

There are many different types of supplements, and they all claim to assist in reaching our goals in some way or another. However, are they really necessary? Are they safe? Are they as good as the label proclaims them to be?

December 17, 2015 ×

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Health Corner: Do not let sodium weigh you down this holiday season – Dec. 11, 2015

by Marissa Pierce, CFT Contributing writer

While sodium is a necessary component of a balanced diet, too much can lead to high blood pressure and heart problems. Having too high of a salt intake can also lead to water retention, which causes bloating. Your body attempts to maintain a certain salt to water ratio, similar to the ratio in the ocean, and the higher the salt intake, the more your body will try to hang on to water.

December 11, 2015 ×

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Health Corner: Creating better habits during the holidays – Dec. 4, 2015

by Marissa Pierce, CaFT Contributing writer

The holiday season is here which means Thanksgiving leftovers, countless family gatherings and holiday parties. After the ball drops on New Year’s Eve, many of us break out our New Year’s resolutions with the feeling of guilt from uncontrollable indulging over the holiday season. However, before all the madness gets […]

December 4, 2015 ×