Scientifically Speaking

Sexual assault response – it matters

As part of its Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month activities, Tinker hosted members of the Oklahoma City Police Department last week. Captains Ron Bacy and Paco Balderama briefed senior leaders on the city's program for addressing sexual assault.The officers spoke of how they are changing

Retired AEW members look forward to Diamond Anniversary Salute, May 7-9

"Military heritage is the foundation of patriotism."At least, that's according to retired U.S. Air Force Maj. William "Bill" Richards III, a former E-3 "Sentry" Airborne Warning and Control Systems weapons officer, tactics officer and instructor senior director, who will be one of the many veterans

Archbishop to perform Mass at Tinker Chapel

The archbishop for the military services will perform Mass and the Sacrament of Confirmation at 11 a.m. Sunday at the Tinker Chapel.After the celebration, Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio will visit with people of all faiths at a reception in the chapel's fellowship hall.As archbishop to the military,

Junior Enlisted Recreation Center officially opens for business

Junior enlisted members assigned here have a new option for recreation on the weekends, thanks to the efforts of the Tinker Dormitory Council, the newly formed Junior Enlisted Recreation Center board and the vision and support of the base leadership following the ribbon cutting ceremony for the JERC

Shine the Light: Mental, physical abuse equally damaging

Tinker's Family Advocacy office is hoping to "Shine the Light" on child abuse this month. And they're not just talking about abuse of a physical nature.Studies have shown that psychological abuse -- such as name calling, demeaning and saying things like, "big boys don't cry," or telling a girl she

Shine the Light: Breastfeeding

Among many other topics that the U.S. military's New Parent Support Program nurses worldwide focus on is education, support and encouragement for new mothers who choose to breastfeed. While breastfeeding has risen to 77 percent in recent years in the U.S., it can present some challenges.Contrary to

Shine the Light: Shaken Baby Syndrome

Never shoot a baby. Never stab a baby. Pretty obvious statements, right? But many people who would never dream of using lethal weapons against a small child are surprised to find themselves facing a parent's worst nightmare when they use a not-so-obvious weapon -- their own hands!Never shake a baby!

Shine the Light: Potty training

Potty training, toilet learning, and toilet training are all acceptable names for a challenging time for parents.  But it's also an exciting time, bringing high hopes for no more diaper-changing.Some children experience difficulty or setbacks with toilet training. Major changes in life, such as

Shine the Light: Nutrition

Spring is finally here and now is the best time to include colorful fruits and vegetables on your plate. The United States Department of Agriculture recommends that half of your plate should come from fruits and vegetables.Despite these recommend-ations, families often find it hard to get their