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  • Group A Streptococcus - A quick reference for Cannon

    Many of you may have seen the recent article in the local paper regarding two deaths in individuals with Invasive Group A Streptococcal Disease. While it is uncommon for patients to die due to infection from GAS bacteria, non-life threatening infections are quite common. This organism may cause

  • Speed limit changes on Perimeter Road

    The speed limit on base has changed at three different locations along the South end of Perimeter Road near the Portales Gate. The first is located upon entering the Portales Gate and traveling toward the Caprock Inn. While approaching the right hand turn running adjacent to Curry County Road R,

  • 27th SOW lieutenant colonel selectees announced

    Congratulations to  the following 27th Special Operations Wing Air Commandos on their selection for promotion to lieutenant colonel: Maj. Dan Dunn, 27th Special Operations Contracting Squadron; Maj. Rick Jarrell, 27th Special Operations Communications Squadron;Maj. Rick McKee, 27th Special

  • Recovering combat vets, family resources a keystroke away

    A new e-source offering volumes of help for recovering service members and their families is now just a keystroke away. The National Resource Directory is a collaborative effort between the Departments of Defense, Labor and Veterans Affairs. This online library of information provides thousands of

  • TRICARE covers reserve component family

    When National Guard or Reserve sponsors are not on active duty, they may be eligible for healthcare coverage by purchasing and enrolling in TRICARE Reserve Select (TRS). TRICARE Reserve Select TRS includes medical and behavioral health coverage and access to TRICARE pharmacy benefits. TRS allows

  • Looking back at 2008 and ahead to 2009

    As 2008 comes to a close, much has happened throughout  the year to change the face of Cannon Air Force Base since its transition to the western home of Air Force Special Operations Command. Cannon was visited by Lt. Gen. Donald Wurster, AFSOC commander, as well as Chief Master Sergeant of the Air

  • The new year is upon us and so is tax season

    Tax season, one of the most dreaded times of the year, is once again upon us. However, completing and filing your tax forms can be painless, simple and free if you come to the Cannon Tax Office, which opens on Jan 26 and will remain open until April 17. The tax office is located at the legal office

  • Med Group holiday closures

    The 27th Special Operations Medical Group will close at 1 p.m. on Dec. 24 and Dec. 31. It will be closed on Dec. 25 and 26 as well as Jan. 1 and 2. This  includes the pharmacy and all ancillary services.For care during the above times, call 784-APPT (2778) for an on-call provider.

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