News

March 25, 2020
Combat COVID-19 with good nutrition

To help combat COVID-19, make nutrition a priority by eating healthy nutrient-rich foods to help support your immune system.
March 24, 2020
SAMHS stands up COVID-19 advice line

San Antonio Military Health System medical professionals are standing by to answer beneficiaries' COVID-19 concerns/symptoms.
March 24, 2020
2020 Defender Challenge postponed

Air Force officials recently announced the postponement of the 2020 Defender Challenge, originally scheduled for May 11-15 in San Antonio.
March 24, 2020
JBSA raises Health Protection Condition level to CHARLIE

In response to the increased number of positive COVID-19 cases on local military installations and cases of community transmission in the local area, the 502d Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio commander increased the Health Protection Condition to Charlie, or HPCON C, effective March 21,
March 24, 2020
JBSA takes measures to prevent exposure, remove contaminants on installations

An important part of continuing to minimize the spread of the disease is cleaning and disinfecting areas that could have been exposed to the virus.
March 24, 2020
Commentary: Self-care key to being best version of you

Commentary from Chief Master Sgt. Jill Victor, AETC First Sergeant functional manager: "As we navigate these uncharted waters surrounding the coronavirus outbreak and response, let me start by saying “thank you.”
March 21, 2020
DOD makes plans to combat coronavirus

The Defense Department is making plans to combat the coronavirus, DOD leaders said during a news conference March 20.
March 20, 2020
902nd SFS takes steps to enhance protection during pandemic

As members of the Joint Base San Antonio community grapple with the challenges of shielding themselves and their families during the coronavirus pandemic, the 902nd Security Forces Squadron at JBSA-Randolph is ramping up its efforts to provide another layer of protection.
March 20, 2020
BAMC implements COVID-19 drive-thru screening

Brooke Army Medical Center implemented a COVID-19 drive-thru screening process March 17 to help identify people with COVID-19 indicators before they enter the hospital, reducing the health risk to our beneficiaries, visitors, staff and family members.
March 20, 2020
59th MDW adjusts services, offers options to continue care

The 59th Medical Wing is making several precautionary adjustments to services to mitigate the spread of infectious diseases and ensure healthcare professionals and resources are poised to support an increased need for acute patient care.