Gosport - July 19, 2013

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School/Sports Physical Rodeos at Naval Hospital Pensacola ...

It’s getting close to back-to-school time and school/sports physical rodeos will be offered at Naval Hospital Pensacola (NHP) for children enrolled in Family Medicine and Pediatrics departments. The physicals will take place in the NHP Pediatrics Clinic Aug. 3 and Aug. 17 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Call to make an appointment for the rodeos: NHP Family Medicine, 505-7120; NHP Pediatrics, 505-7121.

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July 19, 2013

Parking lot latest in series of improvements at naval hospital By Jason J. Bortz NHP PAO

During the past few months, Naval Hospital Pensacola (NHP) has made several facility improvements that some beneficiaries may have noticed, but its latest project should have a significant impact on everyone visiting the hospital. By the end of this year, 40 additional parking spaces, along with several new motorcycle parking areas, will be created at NHP that will help alleviate parking congestion and overcome traffic flow issues. Several new spaces have already been created and beneficiaries will notice a steady increase until the goal of 40

is reached. The addition of these new spaces should have minimal impact, if any, on current parking and traffic patterns at NHP. “It’s hard to find a parking space here,” said Bill Pickrell, facilities planner, NHP. “The new parking should make it more convenient for patients.” The additional parking spaces are just one of the upgrades the hospital has seen over the past few months. All six elevators were renovated and a new satellite pharmacy was built next to the Pensacola Commissary. The hospital also recently renovated the air

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F-35C Lightning II over NAS Pensacola ... During a recent deployment to Eglin Air Force Base, an F-35C Lightning II of U.S. Navy Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA-101) was photographed (top, escorted by F/A-18s) overflying NAS Pensacola and nearby Fort Pickens. VFA-101, based at Eglin, will serve as the F-35C Fleet Replacement Squadron, training both aircrew and maintenance personnel to fly and repair the F-35C. The F-35C is a fifth-generation fighter, combining advanced stealth with fighter speed and agility, fully-fused sensor information, network-enabled operations and advanced sustainment. The F35C will enhance the flexibility, power projection, and strike capabilities of carrier air wings and joint task forces and will complement the capabilities of the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet, which currently serves as the Navy’s premier strike fighter. Photo by Andy Wolfe/Lockheed Martin

Sailors claim a win where synthetic drugs are concerned From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs

MILLINGTON, Tenn. (NNS) – The number of positive results for synthetic drug in urinalysis tests has decreased significantly since testing began in March 2012, according to data presented to Navy leaders by Navy Alcohol and Drug Prevention (NADAP) office. For the past year, the NADAP office has focused on educating Sailors on the risks to their health, career, and family, of using synthetic drugs such as spice and bath salts. “We consider this a win for all Sailors,” said Dorice Favorite, NADAP director, about the decrease in positive results. “It means they are listening to facts and making responsible choices for themselves Aspiring kickers visit Blue Angels ... Lt. Mark Tedrow, opposing solo pilot for the U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, speaks to trainees and staff of One On One Kicking Camp, a camp for high school and college football kickers, punters and long snappers from around the country led by former NFL players. The group toured the squadron’s hangar onboard NASP and included current NFL players such as St. Louis Rams punter Johnny Hekker, New York Jets punter Ryan Quigley, New England Patriots punter Ryan Allen and Dallas Cowboys punter Spencer Benton. Photo by MC1 Michael Lindsey

and their shipmates.” “The reasons for the decline are multidimensional,” said Favorite. “Sailors un-

derstand the Navy has zero tolerance for drug use, including the use of designer and synthetic chemical compounds. Our education efforts sent a clear message that synthetic drugs are not regulated; therefore, they may be up to 200 times more potent than marijuana and much more harmful.” Educating Sailors on the danger of illegal drug use is a multi-organizational effort. “NADAP partnered with Navy’s Bureau of Medicine and Surgery, Naval Criminal Investigative Service, and other U.S. military law enforcement agencies to monitor for criminal activity, including possession, use, or distribution of illegal substances,” the director said. There is also encouraging news in the responsible use of alcohol efforts. “During the past year, driving under the influence

and alcohol-related incidents (AI) have continued to drop. The number of these incidents is down by more than 20 percent since 2006,” said Favorite. The NADAP office contributes to this improvement through a comprehensive communication strategy that includes complimentary prevention awareness campaigns that reach out to all audiences, she added. In April 2013, the Navy launched “Keep What You’ve Earned” campaign to replace the outdated “Right Spirit” campaign. Keep What You’ve Earned encourages responsible alcohol use by celebrating the achievements in the Sailor’s Navy careers and actively engages Sailors as advocates for responsible drinking.

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Blue Angels announce 2014 team members Blue Angels PAO

The U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, announced the officers selected for the 2014 team July 12. The squadron selected an administrative officer and a public affairs officer to join a pre-selected C130 pilot and a maintenance officer on the 2014 team. Many highly qualified

Navy and Marine Corps officers submit applications to join the Blue Angels each year. The Blue Angels select finalists to interview at the Blue Angels’ home base at Naval Air Station Pensacola during the week of the Pensacola Beach air show. The team makes selections at the conclusion of the interview week.

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