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Interactive training finds signs of adolescent drug, alcohol abuse

Interactive training finds signs of adolescent drug, alcohol abuse

Story and photos by Mary Ann Davis
U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Installation Management Command Directorate

What can adults learn from a cluttered teen bedroom? That’s what “Hidden iN Plain Sight” participants found out Feb. 13 at Kaiserslautern Middle School. Hidden iN Plain Sight is designed to help the U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz adult community spot the warning signs of at-risk behavior by providing a hands-on training exhibit of a typical teenager’s bedroom for parents, educators, unit leadership, law enforcement and concerned adult community members to recognize common items that may be indicative of substance abuse.

February 22, 2018 ×

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Dental tips for parents

Dental tips for parents

by Dr. (Maj.) Jonathan Harmon 86th Dental Squadron

Growing up, I had a misguided idea of how to take care of my teeth. I suppose I just had a different definition of what was expected.  For example, I thought it was acceptable to drink five sodas every day.  At our house, it was normal to substitute fruit snacks for fruit. I even thought it was okay to only brush your teeth when your sister mocked you for having bad breath.

February 22, 2018 ×

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Community Corner — Feb. 23, 2018

Airman & Family Readiness Center  For details, call 480-5100 or 06371-47-5100. Bldg. 2120, Ramstein Air Base. All training is held at A&FRC unless stated otherwise. MONDAY Transition GPS Workshop: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Ramstein Spouse’s Orientation: 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., TUESDAY Transition GPS Workshop: 8 a.m. to 4:30 […]

February 22, 2018 ×

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Community Notes — Feb. 16, 2018

Airman & Family Readiness Center  For details, call 480-5100 or 06371-47-5100. Bldg. 2120, Ramstein Air Base. All training is held at A&FRC unless stated otherwise. MONDAY Holiday – No classes TUESDAY Key Spouse Monthly Luncheon & Training: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Ramstein Officers’ Club Suite 4 WEDNESDAY Newcomers Base […]

February 15, 2018 ×

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Refuting four ‘Tooth’ Fairy tales

Refuting four ‘Tooth’ Fairy tales

by Capt. Samuel Fowler
86th Dental Squadron

As parents, we are completely invested in ensuring our child’s health and well-being. However, many of us may find it can be very difficult to decipher fact from myth when it comes to oral health. Below you will find a few of the most common misleading myths about children’s dental […]

February 8, 2018 ×

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Community Corner — Feb. 9, 2018

Airman & Family Readiness Center For details, call 480-5100 or 06371-47-5100. Bldg. 2120, Ramstein Air Base. All training is held at A&FRC unless stated otherwise. MONDAY Transition GPS Workshop: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. TUESDAY Transition GPS Workshop: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. WEDNESDAY Newcomers Base INTRO: 7:30 a.m. to […]

February 8, 2018 ×

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Tips for newcomers: Healthcare at LRMC

Tips for newcomers: Healthcare at LRMC

by Landstuhl Regional Medical Center

People are always rotating in and out of the Kaiserslautern Military Community and the Landstuhl Regional Medical Center team wants to be sure newcomers get important information about their healthcare. Appointments Using the TRICARE Online Patient Portal at www.tricareonline.com is the easiest way for TRICARE patients to schedule or cancel […]

February 1, 2018 ×

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Community Corner — Feb. 2, 2018

Airman & Family Readiness Center For details, call 480-5100 or 06371-47-5100. Bldg. 2120, Ramstein Air Base. All training is held at A&FRC unless stated otherwise. MONDAY Ramstein Spouses Orientation: 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Stork Nesting Sponsorship Training: 9 to 10 a.m. TUESDAY Sponsoring in the KMC: 9 to 10 […]

February 1, 2018 ×

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Garrison implements suicide prevention initiative

Garrison implements suicide prevention initiative

by Mary Ann Davis
U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Installation Management Command Directorate

When you or someone you know demonstrates suicidal ideations, knowing where to turn is critical. That’s why the U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Suicide Prevention Program launched the Suicide First-Aid Station and Keep Safe initiative.

January 25, 2018 ×

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Donated blood flows during National Blood Donor Month

Donated blood flows during National Blood Donor Month

Story and photo by Stacy Sanning
Landstuhl Regional Medical Center Public Affairs

The need for donated blood is constant, even during a government shutdown. Military, civilians and visitors at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center helped answer the call at the Blood Donor Month blood drive in LRMC’s Heaton Auditorium Monday.

January 25, 2018 ×