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  • Medics provide arterial disease information

    The Keesler Medical Center staff provides peripheral arterial disease information, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 20 and 27 in the outpatient clinic entrance lobby. Visitors to the booth may also schedule PAD screening appointments. This screening is for complications that occur in arteries. The most common

  • Dermatologist unique specialty broadens scope of service at Keesler

    Keesler Medical Center's dermatology clinic has gained a second dermatologist with a unique specialty. Lt. Col. (Dr.) Steven Ritter, officer-in-charge of the 81st Medical Operations Squadron dermatology element, is specialized in Mohs micrographic surgery.  He joins Maj. (Dr.) Charles Greeson on the

  • Alcohol separating myth from fact

    Misconceptions about alcohol and its effects on safe driving are widespread. Knowing the truth may mean the difference between life and death. Myth: Alcohol is a stimulant. Fact: Alcohol is a depressant. It acts on the nervous system like an anesthetic to lower or depress the activity of your

  • Combined Federal Campaign begins Oct. 3

    The Combined Federal Campaign at Keesler is Oct 3-31. The base's goal is to reach $107,947.28. CFC promotes and supports charity through a program that's employee-focused, cost-efficient, and effective in providing all federal employees the opportunity to improve the quality of life for all,

  • Regular gate hours Aug. 24

    Regular weekday hours for the Meadows Drive and Judge Sekul Avenue gates are observed Aug. 24.

  • Quality of life emphasis buoys base’s recovery

    An indicator that Keesler's heart and spirit are intact two years after Hurricane Katrina is found in the facilities, programs and services that have been resurrected or created since the storm. "I'm proud to serve with a great team of military and civilian professionals dedicated to improving