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April 14, 2020
AFIT using 3D printing to develop N95 face shields

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio - The Air Force Institute of Technology’s additive manufacturing laboratory has been printing face shield prototypes for the National Air and Space Intelligence Center to extend the longevity of N95 masks. The 88th Medical Group at Wright-Patterson AFB is
April 6, 2020
AFIT continues to provide premier education during COVID-19

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – During a time of uncertainty due to COVID-19, the Air Force Institute of Technology continues to provide premier education to the military and civilian workforce.“AFIT continues to serve the United States Air and Space Forces with the majority of its
April 6, 2020
Installation commander delcares public health emergency

The 42nd Air Base Wing commander declared a Public Health emergency for Maxwell Air Force Base and Gunter Annex today.“Based on information provided by the installation Public Health Emergency Officer and our medical personnel, I will identify, confirm and control this public health emergency
April 1, 2020
Pharmacy FAQ

How do I get a Refill? You may call in your refills as normal at 334-953-7971 or 334-953-7978. Please allow 48-72 hours for processing. How do I transfer my script to a network pharmacy? Please locate a pharmacy that has your medication and have that pharmacy fax the request to
March 30, 2020
Officer Training School has plan in place to minimize COVID-19, maximize safety

The Officer Training School at Air University will execute an aggressive plan at the start of its next class March 31, 2020, to help mitigate the possible spread of COVID-19 and ensure the safety of staff, incoming officer trainees and the community.
March 26, 2020
42nd Medical Group no longer processing prescriptions from off-base providers amid COVID-19

Maxwell Air Force Base, Ala. – The 42nd Medical Group’s Pharmacy is no longer processing prescriptions made by off-base providers, effective immediately.All new civilian prescriptions, paper and electronic, are suspended due to minimized Mission Essential Staffing at the pharmacy.Existing refills
March 25, 2020
Installation commander addresses Maxwell-Gunter Team

Team Maxwell-Gunter,Over the past days, the state, region and local area have seen a significant increase in the number of positive cases of COVID-19. Therefore, I have raised the Health Protection Condition (HPCON) to Charlie from Bravo for Maxwell AFB and Gunter Annex effective immediately. HPCON
March 16, 2020
Maxwell air and space show canceled

The Maxwell “Beyond the Horizon Air and Space Show” has been canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic.The Department of the Air Force has suspended public outreach activities and support to community events in the United States and at its overseas’ locations through May 15, 2020. The suspension
March 16, 2020
Maxwell Elementary/Middle School closes to students March 23

Maxwell Elementary/Middle School to be closed to students effective March 23, 2020, with online learning starting March 26, 2020.The Department of Defense Education Activity Southeast District and Maxwell AFB leadership are following Alabama Governor Kay Ivey’s recommendation to close in-person
March 16, 2020
Installation commander addresses Maxwell-Gunter Team

The events surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic are rapidly changing not only across our country, but here in the River Region and on Maxwell-Gunter.

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