• Air Force civilian wellness program comes to MacDill

    The U.S. Air Force employs multiple free programs to keep its Airmen fit to fight. Programs such as the Health and Wellness Centers located on various Air Force Base installations, aim to keep Airmen and their families healthy and to maintain a lifestyle that will support them throughout their

  • First Stop Initiative improves access to mental and behavioral health care

    Navigating a complex healthcare system and seeking out a mental health specialist can be overwhelming and time consuming. As a result, many are reluctant to address treatable mental health concerns. To make it easier for patients, the Air Force has implemented a program called First Stop Initiative,

  • Cybersecurity awareness month

    MACDILL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. – During the month of November, most people want to spend time with family in preparation for the holidays and plan winter vacations, but for the 6th Communications Squadron at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, November brings an increased need for cybersecurity

  • 6th FSS at a glance

    U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Deshaun Jones, the NCO in charge of front desk lodging assigned to the 6th Force Support Squadron, assists a MacDill Inn customer at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., Nov. 8, 2017. On average, the MacDill Inn sees more than 200 customers per day averaging approximately 75,000

  • Veterans Day: Honoring heroes

    For many people, Veterans Day means an extra day off from school or work. Some might say this day is about honoring those who served our country. While this is true, rarely do we pause to think about the history and significance behind these words.

  • A safe Halloween makes for a happy Halloween

    MACDILL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. -- With Halloween, treats, and celebrations like MacThrillville, just around the corner, Team MacDill encourages service members and their families to practice excellent risk management and situational awareness this Halloween season.

  • MacDill firefighters host Fire Prevention Week

    Forty-seven MacDill firefighters with the 6th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Emergency Services hosted their annual Fire Prevention Week with the theme, “Every Second Counts: Plans 2 Ways Out” at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla. between Oct. 8 and 14.

  • En-Route Patient Staging System: Caring for Puerto Rico

    The En-Route Patient Staging System (ERPSS) team assigned to the 6th Medical Group at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, is currently providing patient care as part of the Defense Support to Civil Authorities efforts in Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria devastated the island.