NAS Pensacola to host 9/11 commemoration ceremony ...
In commemoration of the events of Sept. 11, 2001, Naval Air Station Pensacola will present a ceremony at the National Naval Aviation Museum aboard the base at 10 a.m. Sept. 11. NASP Commanding Officer Capt. Keith Hoskins will be the guest speaker for the event, which will include a musical rendition from the NATTC Choir, a traditional “two-bell” ceremony, honors performed by the NASP Honor Guard and a 21-gun volley. The public is invited to attend.
Vol. 78, No. 35
VISIT GOSPORT ONLINE: www.gosportpensacola.com
September 5, 2014
NHP: Flu season is approaching By MC1James Stenberg NHP PAO
Flu season is rapidly drawing near and Naval Hospital Pensacola (NHP) is preparing for annual influenza immunizations. While winter is generally the season associated with the flu, the exact timing and duration of the flu season varies and outbreaks can occur as early as October. “The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat and lungs,” said Lt. Cmdr. Mary Graves, department head for preventative medicine, NHP. “The flu can range from a mild illness where an individual just feels run down to a severe illness requiring hospitalization.” The most common method of flu transmission is person to person. A person infected by the flu is able to transmit the illness through coughing, sneezing
and talking. The second most common method of transmission is when a person comes into contact with a contaminated surface and touches their mouth or nose. There are several ways to protect against the flu, but the most effective way is to get the influenza immunization. “The single best way to prevent the flu is to get a flu vaccine each year,” said Graves. “A new flu vaccine is produced every August based on the flu strains that are circulating around the world. Even if you got a flu shot back in January, you need a new one now to protect yourself this year.” Aside from just getting the vaccine, there are other ways to decrease the odds of contracting the flu. “Additional steps to protect yourself
See Flu on page 2
Navy ombudsman-at-large visits NASP Story, photo by Janet Thomas Gosport Staff Writer
Theresa Stevens, an ombudsman-at-large for the Navy and wife of Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Mike Stevens, stressed the importance of supporting military families during a meeting with local representatives Aug. 27 at the Mustin Beach Club aboard Naval Air Station Pensacola Theresa Stevens, an ombudsman-at-large for the Navy and wife of Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Mike Stevens, speaks during a luncheon Aug. 27 at (NASP). Stevens and members Mustin Beach Club aboard Naval Air Station Pensacola. of her family were the Stevens, who was Lilly Gautreaux. “The support of our guests at a luncheon for families and ombudsman raised in Pensacola and The Navy Family ombudsmen and spouses is truly important to Navy met her husband here, Ombudsman Program of command master readiness. You should was also in the area to was created in 1970 to chiefs from the local area. never underestimate your visit with her family. promote healthy, self-reStevens thanked the importance to our Sailors Other guests at the liant families and to imombudsmen for every- and their families. I want luncheon were her faprove communication thing they do. to personally thank you ther, Octave “Frenchy” between commands and “On behalf of my hus- for your dedicated sup- Gautreaux, a retired band Mike, your port, and I look forward Navy chief petty officer family members. The ombudsman is a MCPON and my family, to hearing from you.” and NASP Morale, Welvolunteer appointed by I‘d like to take a moment Stevens told the group fare and Recreation emthe commanding officer to tell you all how much that she knows the impor- ployee; her mother, we appreciate you, love, tance of strong family Toshiko Yanagino- and they are trained to and care about you as support from her own ex- Gautreaux; and her sisfamily,” Stevens said. ters, Diana Brill and periences. See OAL on page 2
EscaRosa CFC-2014 5K Color Run ... Runners from various commands on Naval Air Station Pensacola run in the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) Color Run Aug. 29. The CFC Color Run, organized this year by Naval Air Technical Training Center, marks the beginning of the CFC campaign season for the Pensacola area. The CFC is an annual program which assists federal employees across all branches of government to voluntarily give to the charities of their choice. Photo by Lt. Jonathan Bacon
NavFac Southeast awards small business contract for Saufley Field project From Earl Bittner NavFac Southeast PAO
Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NavFac) Southeast awarded a $28.3 million contract Aug. 22 to Orocon-Carothers JV1, a small business based in Oxford, Miss., for the renovation and repairs of the historic and currently underutilized Bldg. 603 onboard Naval Air Station (NAS) Pensacola. “The contract award for renovations of Bldg. 603 onboard Naval Air Station Pensacola is a significant milestone in Naval Air Station Pensacola’s vision to consolidate the DoD tenants from Special Area Saufley Field to NAS Pensacola mainside,” said NAS Pensacola Commanding Officer Capt. Keith Hoskins.
Bldg. 603 was originally built in 1936 as a warehouse with a major addition completed in 1942. During its 78-year lifespan, the building has had many functions, though in recent years the occupancy load has declined as a result of Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) actions, making it the perfect candidate for revitalization. “The project includes renovation of all four floors, totaling more than 250,000 square feet, and will include accessibility upgrades, fire protection improvements, energy efficiency modifications and a restoration of the external façade to enhance the historic fabric of the base,” said NAS Pensacola Public Works
See NavFac on page 2
Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) “One Team, One Fight” sessions... SAPR-C “One Team, One Fight” all-hands sessions are available for those needing in-person training. Dates and times are as follows: Sept. 9 at 9 a.m., Sept. 11 at 1:30 p.m., Sept. 16 at 1:30 p.m. and Sept. 18 at 1:30 p.m. All sessions will be held in the Richardson Building (Bldg. 1500) MIC room. Call 452-5609 to reserve seats. DoN employees who took the face-to-face training last year will be able to complete the training requirements on TWMS. The course name is “DoN Sexual Assault Prevention and Response.”
Published by Ballinger Publishing, a private firm in no way connected with the Department of the Navy. Opinions contained herein are not official expressions of the Department of the Navy nor do the advertisements constitute Department of the Navy, NAS Pensacola or Ballinger Publishing’s endorsement of products or services advertised.