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  • First dental visit for children comes early

    It's never too early to care for a child's teeth. Properly caring for children's teeth and gums can prevent many dental issues such as cavities and gum disease. Dental health starts at a very early age. The first dental visit should coincide with the child's first birthday. This allows the dentist

  • Healthy restaurant eating possible

    For most people trying to cut calories, keep an eye on cholesterol or simply improve overall health, "Would you like to go out to eat?" can be eight frightening words. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, "Every meal away from home increases an adult's average daily calorie count by

  • Troops-to-teachers program

    For service members who have a passion for serving and are interested in continuing to serve in a different fashion outside the military, there is a program called Troops-to-Teachers.The TTT program assists eligible military personnel in taking the next steps to transition into a new career as an

  • 5th CMSAF shares wisdom, humor

    Retired Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Robert Gaylor, fifth CMSAF, addressed a group of Airmen during an enlisted call Jan. 25 at Luke Air Force Base. Gaylor was selected as the CMSAF in 1977 and is currently the oldest living CMSAF. During his 30 years of service in the Air Force, he worked in

  • Personal trainers ready, waiting to give extra push

    With 2013 in full swing, many are looking for the best way to achieve the New Year's resolution of getting in better shape. The Luke Air Force Base Bryant Fitness Center knows how important physical fitness is Air Force wide. That's why they're offering free sessions with a personal trainer. There

  • Open house around corner

    The Luke Air Force Base Open House and Air Show, "Storm on the Horizon," is just two months away, and the team organizing the event is getting ready for a jam-packed weekend that occurs just once every two years."We've been working hard as a team since July to bring the people of the valley a

  • Depression has many signs

    Most people have experienced sadness in their lives, but when one is sad more than happy for long periods of time it could be a sign of depression.There are many symptoms of depression other than feeling sad or "blue," according to Capt. Neal Kennington, 56th Medical Operations Squadron clinical

  • Not too late to stop flu

    Every year, especially during winter, people get sick from the flu, but there are ways to lower one's chances of getting sick and speed the healing process."The seasonal flu is from a strain or strains of the influenza virus that causes a contagious respiratory illness infecting the nose, throat and

  • Keeping New Year's resolution calls for plan

    For some people waking up on New Year's Day means a fresh start.For others, it may feel like there is a lot of work ahead, especially if they've made a New Year's resolution. The Examiner reported that American's top three goals for 2013 are sticking to a budget, getting in better shape and

  • NOSC drops anchor at Luke

    The U.S. Navy packed up ship in Phoenix not to move closer to a large body of water but to drop anchor back in the deserts of Arizona. In March of 2012, the Navy Operational Support Center relocated to Luke Air Force Base."We were located on 35th Avenue just off I-10 in a standalone facility that