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Show TIMES January 8, 2009 HILLTOP TIMES It. Gen. Seip visits Hill 12th AF Squadrons operations," the general said. The 12th Air Force team hailed Team Hilltop Times staff Hill's redeployment that marked almost 400 consecutive days at Balad Air Base, he 388th and 419th Fighter Iraq, for more than 300 active duty and Wings were visited by the 12th Reserve Airmen from Team Hill. There Air Force (Air Forces Southern) the Airmen supported more than 5,000 commander, Lt. Gen. Norman Seip, combat missions and 3,000 requests for air Jan. 5 and 6, support. The general visited the fighter wings' "I can't wait to hear about the achieveunit maintenance operations, deployment control center, Hill Air Force Base's Me- ments of these heroes and the continued morial Park, the 75th Air Base Wing and improvements wing personnel are implethe A-10 Programmed Depot Maintenance menting on base," Seip said. ••'•>••:.. The general would also like to give his line to thank the work force for their treadvice to the heroes in return. mendous support to the warfighter, Seip "live the core values," Seip advises to said. 'The goal of this visit is to listen to the the Airmen at Hill AFB. "Every Airman issues and concerns of members of Team can recite the Air Force Core Values, but living them every day—on and off duty Hill so our Numbered Air Force team —that's one of the keys to success in life. can help to provide the resources to assist these units while they support worldwide If you live the core values, then incidents BY LEE ANNE HENSLEY T involving drinking and driving, adherence to standards, assault or harassment are never issues in your life because you're guided by these simple principles. If Airmen remember to look out for one another and remind each other of the importance of living the core values... theyll find success in their personal and professional lives." Seip acknowledges that every Airman is vital to the Air Force mission to provide airpower in support of worldwide operations. "I'm pleased to be able to meet and listen to Airmen while touring Hill Air Force Base," he said. "They never cease to amaze me with their enthusiasm for their jobs and expertise in their career fields. It's important for Airmen to understand that every task, every checklist, every job and every person is an integral part of the mission. Airmen pave the way for Policy change to administration of anthrax vaccine od provided the same benefit of protection against anthrax disease. 75th Air Base Wing Public Affairs "This change does not alter the DoD policy for the Anthrax Vaccine Immunization Program," said Winterton. ood news for Airmen with an aversion to "Nor does it change the population being vaccinated or shots. The Department of Defense just any other previous requirements of the program." changed its policy for administering the anthrax vaccine. Airmen who complete the anthrax series will still require an annual booster to remain current. The total number of doses in the initial series has been Anthrax immunization is mandatory for Airmen and reduced from six to five and the method for administering the vaccine will now be intramuscular; something medical emergency-essential civilians "deploying to specific highexperts say will cause less discomfort at the injection site. threat areas—primarily the Central Command area of The old schedule, which included an initial vaccination responsibility and the Korean peninsula. followed by shots at two weeks, four weeks, six months, 12 Other mandatory recipients are units designated as months and 18 months, has been modified to eliminate the early deployers to the Korean peninsula, special units with bio warfare- or bio terrorism-related missions, and special shot given at two weeks. "Effective immediately, the requirement for the second units with an approved exception to policy. shot in the anthrax series is being eliminated," said Lt. Col. Anthrax immunization is voluntary for all other AirBrad Winterton, 75th Aerospace Medicine Squadron's pub- men who have previously begun the anthrax series, and lic health flight commander. "Additionally, the data shows also for non-emergency civilian deployers and their adult family members going to the Central Command area of that injection into the muscle of the arm, rather than under the skin, dramatically reduces the number of localized responsibility or the Korean peninsula reactions." "Weaponized anthrax remains a serious threat to many The policy change stems from a recent FDA-approved of our Airmen who deploy around the globe," said Winmodification to the anthrax vaccination schedule based on terton. "The anthrax vaccine is just one more way to keep research conducted by the Centers for Disease Control our Airmen safe and ensure we're ready to serve when and Preventioa called upon." Researchers found that reducing the number of doses For more information on the anthrax program go to in the series frbfti six! ddses to five over an 18 rhbhth peri^y/www.vaccines.army.mil. v BY RICH ESSARY G GOOD BENEFITS Our new healthcare plan could save you hundreds a month. r; # $6 lunches and pi deeply discounted dinner^ Here is how it works: , ^ v I. The military appreciation offer is available 7 days a week , brunch and dinner. Aoy entree on the menu than $9.95 will be discounted to $6. Any entrle above 5 will receive an automatic discount of S3.95 per item. Z. Please join Roosters as many times as"you like'through January 18,2009 with up to six friends or family members. All we ask is that you cut out this offer and/or how your base i.d. badge. With much appreciation of your service, right now! 800-AFR-S279 • AFReserue.com/prior ICym and Pete Buttschardt, Courtesy photo Mike McCoy, 75th Force Support Squadron Food Services director, stands next to Lt. Gen. Norman Seip during his visit to Hill Air Force Base on Jan. 6. our team success! Thank you again for all you do, the difference you make, the high standards you set and maintain. It does not go unnoticed!" AROUND & ABOUT Free concert in Park City Park City Free Winter Concert Series - Mesa Drive, today, 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Harry O's, 427 Main St., Park City. Mesa Drive specializes in contemporary rock and rhythm and blues. The series, produced by The Park City Concerts Foundation and sponsored by The Canyons, brings some of the best bands in Utah and national touring acts to Park City's historic Main Street on Thursdays. For more informationgotowww.parkcityconcerts.org Free snowshoeing and cross country for first timers Soldier Hollow and Snow Industries America are teaming up to bring free skiing and snowshoeing for first timers and Winter Trails to everyone. Free cross country trail passes, free ski rentals, free lessons and free snowshoe rentals are included. The event is from noon to 4 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 10, at Soldier Hollow, 2002 Soldier Hollow Lane, Midway. Winter Trails is part of Winter Feels Good, a nationwide public awareness campaign created by SIAto promote the health, fitness, and social aspects of snow sports participation, An opportunity to ski on 33 kilometers of groomed trails exists at Soldier Hollow. Cross country ski r lessons: 1 p.m. to 3 am—^rting everyjjaji' half hour. For more ffloWrfflon on the Wjr^eTTrallS'Wet 30to.www.wintertrails.corn:"--^ :':/::••> r . www.HilltopTimes.com Wfi<|t are ypu missing? fMP' News •••"•• ;;:'\ ;-f•V^'t LifeTimes r ^ly Commentary " ' ;;$v Around the Hill .•;*' 1 • Link to official Base site 1 Site Archive ; J, Search for free back to 1999!: Roosters Brewing Company Owners 748 Heritage Park Blvd LAYTON- 801.774.9330 253 Historic 25th Street OGDEN- 801.627.6171 www.roostersbrewingco.com *' u ** The appreciation offer is valid through January 18,2009 and is not valid with other coupons or offers. Come in, warm up and cat some delicious homemade food! rolled Seizures? See it all at ; www.HilltopTimes.com; snowbasin A SUN VALLEY RESORT The Center for Neurological Services is evaluating an investigational medication to help reduce seizure frequency. 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