Beginning 16 July 2018, entrance two of the hospital will be closed for approximately four weeks due to minor construction. Please avoid this area. Entrance two can only be used for an exit in case of emergency. For more information, please call Facility Management @ 702-653-2937.

Do you notice that some of the letters are missing? New blood donors are needed every day to save the lives of patients who depend on the generosity of volunteer donors. Help patients in need by joining the #MissingType movement. Without the letters A, B and O (blood types), we can't save anybody..... Saturday, July 7th @ the Nellis Exchange (1000-1415)... donate blood, save lives! https://www.redcrossblood.org/missingtypes.html

As a reminder, the 99 MDG will be closed tomorrow in observance of the Independence Day holiday. Normal operations will resume on Thursday, 5 July. Have a happy and safe 4th of July from all of us here at the Mike O'callaghan Military Medical Center!

IMMUNIZATIONS CLINIC ANNOUNCEMENT: In order to better serve our patients for the upcoming school year, the immunizations clinic will be expanding their hours on Mondays and Tuesdays from 0700-1700 starting on Monday (2 JULY) until 17 AUGUST. Please contact the Immunizations Clinic @ 702-653-2410 for any questions.

CONSTRUCTION NOTICE: NEW DATES Due to the main gate's closure next week (1 JULY - 4 JULY), please allow for delays when traveling to the hospital. However, all hospital-side gates will remain open and operational during normal hours.

Come out to the hospital tomorrow and help save lives! There will be a Blood-mobile parked outside of the Mike O'Callaghan Military Medical Center on Wednesday, 27 June from 0800-1300. Please log onto redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767) for more information.

Are you living with Chronic Pain and are interested in finding different ways to manage it? The 99th Medical Group now has PAIN CLASSES! Learn about: - Causes of chronic pain - Self-care tips and tricks - Integrative and alternative therapy options - and much more! This class is by referral or appointment only, so contact your provider about it today!

UPDATE (27 JUNE): DATES HAVE BEEN CHANGED TO 1 JULY-4 JULY CONSTRUCTION NOTICE: Due to the main gate's closure next week (25 JUNE-29 JUNE), please allow for delays when traveling to the hospital. However, all hospital-side gates will remain open and operational during normal hours.

Sickle cell trait is an inherited blood condition that affects about 3 million people in the U.S. People with sickle cell trait usually have no symptoms, but can develop dizziness, chest pain, shortness of breath, weakness, or muscle pain with extreme exertion or dehydration. Watch this video to learn how Airmen with the #SickleCell trait can prevent these health problems. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j5JQpVE2We8

Excellent care, 2d Lt Amanda Lewis! #TrustedCare

Come work at the Mike O'callaghan Military Medical Center! We would love to have you! For open civilian positions, please visit: https://airforce.usajobs.gov/ https://afciviliancareers.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/2619961 https://www.facebook.com/AirForceCivilianService/ Or contact the 99 MDG Manpower Office: usaf.nellis.99-mdg.mbx.99-mdg-manpower@mail.mil

In a hurry? Not enough time to wait on your prescription? NO WORRIES! Ask your pharmacy staff member about our brand NEW text messaging function that notifies you when your prescription is ready for pick up.

As a reminder, the 99 MDG will be closed this Friday (25 May) and Monday (28 May) for an ACC Family Day and in observance of Memorial Day. The 99 MDG staff hopes everyone has a great 4-day weekend!

Outstanding work by Nellis L&D! #TrustedCare

99 MDG MENTAL HEALTH CLINIC ANNOUNCEMENT: Beginning 21 MAY 18, the 99 MDG MH Clinic hours will be adjusting to 0730-1830 Monday-Thursday, and 0730-1630 on Friday. Please call the 99 MDG MH Clinic @ 702-653-3880 to schedule an appointment.

SPRING FLING '18 SATURDAY 12 MAY @ 1000-1400 FREEDOM PARK (ACROSS FROM GYM) NELLIS AFB Come out with the whole family and enjoy a car show, 3-on-3 basketball, a bouncy house, dunk tank, face painting, snow cones, free food, and so much more! SEE YOU SATURDAY!

Thank you to all of the nurses and medical technicians out there! Happy Nurses and Techs week!

HURRY! APPOINTMENTS ARE FILLING QUICKLY! Call the Appointment Line @ 702-653-2273 to book your child's sports physical this summer. ------------------------------------------------ The Mike O'Callaghan Military Medical Center is improving the way Sports Physicals will be done this year: In order to provide better care, patients will be seen in their respective clinics (Pediatrics/Family Medicine Residency/Family Health Clinic) for well visits and sports physicals. Station-based group appointments (done previously in Pediatrics) will not be held, but there will be evening appointments available for adolescents needing a well visit or sports physical. Please complete the parent/patient portion of any required paperwork before the appointment to bring with. Please call the Appointment Line @ 702-653-2273 to book an appointment.