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Oct. 21, 2021
15th MDG welcomes DHA assistant director

Airman First Class Joverly Ihrig, 15th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron physical medical technician, briefs Dr. Brian Lein, Defense Health Agency assistant director, about the COVID-19 testing unit at the 15th Medical Group at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Oct. 19, 2021. The COVID-19
Sept. 23, 2021
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
June 14, 2021
Current PCS, household goods affected by supply shortages

According to a newly released communiqué from the Air Force’s Personal Property Activity Headquarters, “Department of Defense demand this peak (PCS) season has greatly exceeded commercial industry capabilities, largely due to resource constraints associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. Per industry,
June 14, 2021
Current PCS, household goods affected by supply shortages

According to a newly released communiqué from the Air Force’s Personal Property Activity Headquarters, “Department of Defense demand this peak (PCS) season has greatly exceeded commercial industry capabilities, largely due to resource constraints associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. Per industry,
March 1, 2021
First COVID-19 mass vaccination

Hickam 15th Medical Group host the first COVID-19 mass vaccination on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Feb. 9, 2021. Hawaii Military Medicine has begun providing the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible personnel on a voluntary basis. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Anthony Nelson Jr.)
Nov. 12, 2020
Financial advisors: An Airman’s resource

For military members, learning how to perform their jobs is a top priority, but learning how to manage finances is just as important.
Nov. 5, 2020
COVID Clinic: Defending against the pandemic

The 15th Medical Group is on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic here, and the COVID-19 Clinic lies at the center of their efforts.
July 18, 2020
JBPHH supports first Indo-Pacific aeromedical evacuation mission for COVID-19

When an active-duty service member tested positive for the coronavirus, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam stood ready to ensure the patient reached Travis Air Force Base safely.
May 20, 2020
Socially distancing while digitally connected

The new normal is here. Virtual conference calls and email correspondence are leading the way in how Airmen communicate to accomplish the mission.
May 18, 2020
Virtual learning provides routine for military children during COVID-19

Virtual learning provides routine for military children during COVID-19