Play it safe in the sun Rays can damage skin, lead to cancer

Though the sun is 93 million miles away, its ultraviolet rays take only eight minutes to reach earth. These strong rays can damage the skin and lead to skin cancer. Each year, approximately 1 million skin cancers will be diagnosed. Studies show that reducing the exposure to UV rays can decrease the

Wellness tips: What is a social support system?

Do the tasks in your life leave little time for your family and friends? Are the requirements at work increasing everyday? Do you have time to talk with your co-workers, friends and family? The digital age has brought convenience, but our lives seem more complicated. Having a social support system

History passes with Tinker pioneer

History marks the passing of time, ideas and people. This past month, Tinker Air Force Base lost a pioneer civilian employee with the death of Margaurite Brady of Oklahoma City. Ms. Brady was one of the last two known workers who helped open Tinker Field in 1942. "Steadfast and loyal," Ms. Brady

Thumpers, Okies split on diamond

Battle lines were drawn as two teams representing the Air Force Reserve squared off on the softball diamond June 18. The 513th Air Control Group Thumpers held bragging rights after their 14-6 win in the first game, but the 507th Air Control Wing Okies came back to win the second 17-15. "We always

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Lower back pain one of top chronic illnesses at Tinker

Back pain and stiffness is a problem for many people. A healthy spine supports the body and lets you bend and twist your back. Injury or overuse can put stress on the spine, causing wear and tear on the joints where the vertebrae meet. You may have pain and stiffness or you may have no symptoms

NSPS has competition rules

Under the National Security Personnel System there are alternate forms of competition that do not require vacancy announcements, but do adhere to merit principles. The purpose of these alternate forms of competition is to reduce or eliminate paperwork while filling the position with a highly

76th MXW opens 6S awards

Although the names of the program may have changed over the years, Oklahoma City Air Logistics Center has been practicing 6S, a system for achieving order and cleanliness, for decades. With its renewed commitment to becoming a more efficient, safer, healthier, cleaner Lean manufacturing facility,