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  • The COVID-19 vaccine has been mandated across the Department of Defense and despite its demonstrated effectiveness and safety, a host of myths have left some Airmen and Guardians hesitant to receive it. While social media posts and some news outlets may make it harder to keep up with what is fact or fiction, the science is clear … approved COVID-19 vaccines work. (U.S. Air Force graphic)

    Myths and facts about the vax — debunking common COVID-19 vaccine myths

    The COVID-19 vaccine has been mandated across the Department of Defense and despite its demonstrated effectiveness and safety, a host of myths have left some Airmen and Guardians hesitant to receive it. While social media posts and some news outlets may make it harder to keep up with what is fact or fiction, the science is clear … approved COVID-19 vaccines work.

  • ACC Command Surgeon, Mental Health Branch Chief, address Covid-19 reluctance 

    Brig. Gen. Sharon Bannister, command surgeon of Air Combat Command and Lt. Col. Michael McCarthy, ACC mental health branch chief, virtually discussed staying remote and ready, with ACC Public Affairs Oct. 6, 2020. A few of the primary topics that were discussed with Bannister and McCarthy are the reluctance of reporting when having symptoms related to COVID-19 and testing availability, and, with flu season approaching, how do we determine one over the other.

  • ACC Command Surgeon, Mental Health Branch Chief, address Covid-19 reluctance 

    Brig. Gen. Sharon Bannister, command surgeon of Air Combat Command and Lt. Col. Michael McCarthy, ACC mental health branch chief, virtually discussed staying remote and ready, with ACC Public Affairs Oct. 6, 2020. A few of the primary topics that were discussed with Bannister and McCarthy are the reluctance of reporting when having symptoms related to COVID-19 and testing availability, and, with flu season approaching, how do we determine one over the other.
  • U.S. Air Force Col. Richard Goodman, 366th Fighter Wing commander, presents a Bronze Star to Master Sgt. Mark Hurd, 366th Healthcare Operations Squadron medical logistics flight chief, June 24, 2020, at Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho. Hurd completed 72 outside-the-wire advising missions while exposed to significant danger including indirect fire, insider threats and direct fire engagements.

    Medical Airman awarded Bronze Star at MHAFB

    Master Sgt. Mark Hurd, 366th Healthcare Operations Squadron medical logistics flight chief, was awarded the Bronze Star, June 24, 2020, here for his achievement as surgeon general superintendent and senior enlisted medical advisor while in support of OPERATION FREEDOM SENTINEL from Jan. 1, 2019 to Nov. 1, 2019, at Forward Operating Base Oqab, Kabul, Afghanistan.
  • A section of the Medical Treatment Facility is sectioned off, May 19, 2020, at Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho. This section of the MTF is the isolation wing for Airmen that tested postive for COVID-19. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Natalie Rubenak)

    Medical logistics team prepares for long fight

    The 366th Healthcare Operations Squadron began preparation for the COVID-19 pandemic before things started to really kick off. This early readiness gave the medical logistics team enough time to minimize their chance of becoming overwhelmed.
  • On June 24, 2019, the 366th Medical Treatment Facility (MTF) hosted a townhall to discuss the July 15, 2019, closure of the Urgent Care Center (UCC) on base.

    UCC Townhall: Q&A

    On June 24, 2019, the 366th Medical Treatment Facility (MTF) hosted a townhall to discuss the July 15, 2019, closure of the Urgent Care Center (UCC) on base.  Attendees raised many questions, focusing on other care options available as well as potential copays with any urgent care center or emergency room visits off base. 

  • MHAFB Medication Disposal Box

    When receiving over-the-counter medication, there is a timeline for when it is allowed to be taken. What if there’s left over medication from a previous prescription? Airmen at Mountain Home Air Force Base can deposit any unused prescription medication into the Med Safe box at the Medical Treatment Facility year round.
  • The symptoms associated with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can often be debilitating, significantly affecting a patient’s quality of life. Air Force mental health professionals have successfully treated many Airmen with the use of prolonged exposure therapy. Through this collaborative therapy, the patient is safely and gradually exposed to trauma-related memories and situations that have been avoided. The eventual goal is to alter the patient’s relationship with and reaction to the traumatic event so it no longer affects their quality of life and ability to do their job. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Josh Mahler)

    A peek behind the curtain: Prolonged exposure therapy for PTSD

    Post-traumatic stress disorder can be debilitating, but there are therapies that can reduce symptoms, improve quality of life, and help Airmen return to duty. One of the most effective therapies, practiced by many Air Force mental health professionals, is prolonged exposure therapy.
  • The 366th Medical Group at Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho, will begin transitioning to an outpatient clinic mid-summer, 2017. St. Luke's of Elmore County will accommodate service members and their families in support of the MDG transition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jeremy L. Mosier/RELEASED)

    MTF Transition

    The 366th Medical Group at Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho, will soon begin to make what some may see as drastic changes to the services provided here. The facility will transition from an inpatient hospital to an outpatient clinic by mid-summer. “This decision was actually made approximately 17 years ago; it was contingent upon the local hospital becoming civilian accredited by the Joint Commission,” said Col. Andrew Moore, 366th Medical Group commander. “That happened two years ago, and when it happened, we started the process to look at services in our base hospital with regard to what is in the best interest of our patients and the mission.”

  • Base officials announce plans to transition hospital into outpatient clinic

    Base officials announced a plan today to transition the inpatient hospital on base to an outpatient clinic by this summer. The plan is designed to focus on the health and well-being of airmen and families while ensuring medical personnel are current, trained and equipped to support the full spectrum of military operations.
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