https://www.nellis.af.mil Nellis Air Force Base Features RSS Feed en-us Thu, 17 Jul 2014 21:39:14 GMT Sun, 31 Oct 2021 06:18:01 GMT https://www.nellis.af.mil/News/Features/Article/665535/tattoos-good-bad-permanent/ Tattoos are becoming more commonplace in today's society and therefore in the Air Force, which makes<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2014/Jul/17/2000832127/82/55/0/140716-F-AT963-001.JPG' alt='If you have or are thinking about getting a tattoo, ensure that it is with in regulations. A tattoo may not cover more than twenty-five percent of an exposed body part while in uniform. In addition to following regulations, Airmen looking to get a tattoo should take into account the possibility of various health risks including bacterial and fungal infection. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration by Airman 1st Class Thomas Spangler)' /> <br /> Thu, 17 Jul 2014 21:39:14 GMT Senior Airman Timothy Young https://www.nellis.af.mil/News/Features/Article/665535/tattoos-good-bad-permanent/ Nellis AFB Headlines Safety Health https://www.nellis.af.mil/News/Features/Article/665536/look-before-you-cross/ Clark County has one of the highest pedestrian fatality rates in the country, and death rates have<br/> Tue, 08 Jul 2014 23:33:04 GMT Tech. Sgt. Benjamin Mayhew https://www.nellis.af.mil/News/Features/Article/665536/look-before-you-cross/ Nellis AFB Headlines Safety https://www.nellis.af.mil/News/Features/Article/665539/respect-natures-power/ Many Nellis AFB Airmen enjoy taking in the beauty of nature outside of the Las Vegas area. Two of<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2014/Jul/01/2000835739/82/55/0/140614-F-AT963-019.JPG' alt='A male mule deer keeps a watchful eye near the North Loop trail on Mount Charleston, June 14, 2014, near Las Vegas, Nev. Always be cautious if you come across any wild animal while hiking, it is best to leave it alone and not approach it. They may perceive human advances as threats and will defend themselves if they feel threatened. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Thomas Spangler)' /> <br /> Tue, 01 Jul 2014 16:37:25 GMT Airman 1st Class Thomas Spangler https://www.nellis.af.mil/News/Features/Article/665539/respect-natures-power/ Nellis AFB Headlines Safety https://www.nellis.af.mil/News/Features/Article/665541/stray-animals-pests-find-shelter-from-summer-heat/ With the summer months fast approaching, stray animals and vermin will begin to appear around work<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2014/Jun/17/2000839503/82/55/0/140610-F-AT963-019.JPG' alt='A litter of stray kittens wait to the be handed over to Clark County Animal Control at the pest management building, June 10, 2014, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev. With the summer months approaching, more stray animals and vermin will be trying to get in or around buildings and homes to escape the heat and find water. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Thomas Spangler) ' /> <br /> Tue, 17 Jun 2014 18:04:35 GMT Airman 1st Class Thomas Spangler https://www.nellis.af.mil/News/Features/Article/665541/stray-animals-pests-find-shelter-from-summer-heat/ Nellis AFB Headlines Safety https://www.nellis.af.mil/News/Features/Article/665545/summer-driving-make-it-safe-driving/ Every year parents have to bury their children, wives become widows and families are devastated<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2014/Jun/03/2000843459/82/55/0/140603-F-UN704-051.JPG' alt='Summer brings a number of factors to escalate the risk of being in an accident. According to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, the highest casualty factor for traffic accidents in 2012 was &quot;improper driving&quot; followed by &quot;excessive speed.&quot; Accident can’t always be avoided, but taking some extra precautions such as buckling up and staying focused on the road can make the difference between a near miss, injury or even death. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Timothy Young)' /> <br /> Tue, 03 Jun 2014 23:54:06 GMT Senior Airman Timothy Young https://www.nellis.af.mil/News/Features/Article/665545/summer-driving-make-it-safe-driving/ Nellis AFB Headlines Safety https://www.nellis.af.mil/News/Features/Article/665546/motorcycle-safety-at-forefront-of-cdos/ With the Critical Days of Summer campaign in full swing, motorcycle safety once again becomes a<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2014/Jun/02/2000843848/82/55/0/140529-F-MI136-001.JPG' alt='Service members receive instruction during the Motorcycle Safety Foundation Basic Riders Course May 29, 2014 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev. The three-day course provides extensive motorcycle training and is mandatory for anyone wanting to ride a motorcycle on or off base. (U.S Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rachel Loftis)' /> <br /> Mon, 02 Jun 2014 23:35:51 GMT Senior Airman Siuta B. Ika https://www.nellis.af.mil/News/Features/Article/665546/motorcycle-safety-at-forefront-of-cdos/ Nellis AFB Headlines Safety https://www.nellis.af.mil/News/Features/Article/665561/proper-protection-no-brainer/ Everyone experiences a hit to their head at some point in their life. After the event, some may be<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2014/Mar/19/2000867049/82/55/0/140318-F-TT327-009.JPG' alt='U.S. Air Force Capt. (Dr.) Wesley Reynolds, 99th Medical Operations Squadron neurologist studies a patients computed tomography scan at the Mike O’Callaghan Federal Medical Center March 18, 2014, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev. March is brain injury awareness month. According to the Brain Injury Association of America, about 75 percent of traumatic brain injuries are concussions or other forms of mild TBI’s. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jason Couillard)' /> <br /> Wed, 19 Mar 2014 23:27:06 GMT Senior Airman Jason Couillard https://www.nellis.af.mil/News/Features/Article/665561/proper-protection-no-brainer/ Nellis AFB Headlines Safety Health