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DLA News Archive

Tag: 86th Medical Support Squadron

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jason Bishop, 86th Medical Support Squadron noncommissioned officer in charge of clinical maintenance, checks the settings for a nitrogen generator on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Sept. 7, 2017. The 86th MDSS recently purchased the generator to replace using tanks that required refilling and two Airmen to safely operate, saving the Air Force man hours and approximately $7,000 a month. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tryphena Mayhugh)

Sept. 8, 2017

86 MDSS keeps an eye on Ramstein medicine

RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany — Logistics In Action: Article originally appeared on the Ramstein Air Base website — When an Airman or dependent goes to the doctor, picks up a prescription at the pharmacy, or attends a self-aid buddy care course, they may not think about where the medication, supplies, and equipment come from to make all those things possible.