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SG Newswire for December 2002

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AF Surgeon General's holiday message
Take heart in the solace you provide for all who serve and their families

"In the past year, your collective efforts have ensured the highest survival rate in the history of combat. This extraordinary and indisputable fact has benefited – and continues to provide solace for – every American who has a loved one or friend serving in the United States military."
-- Lt. Gen. (Dr.) George Peach Taylor Jr.

In the News
President orders smallpox vaccination to begin While Air Force plans for the vaccination schedule are still being worked out, the program’s director said inoculations should begin in the next few months.
AF Surgeon General issues NOTAM on Ephedra risks At least 20 states and the National Football League are among those who have banned or restricted use of ephedrine products.
Officials may change AF fitness program Health officials are examining how they can align the Weight Management Program and the cycle ergometry evaluation together to make it a more comprehensive assessment of someone's health.
SG names AFMS' new top enlisted member Chief Master Sgt. Manuel Sarmina replaces Chief Master Sgt. David Bayliss, who retired in September.
AFMESA holds open house and ribbon-cutting ceremony AFMESA determines what tools and equipment medical warfighters need to do their jobs.