STRATTON AIR NATIONAL GUARD BASE, N.Y. -- Master Sgt. Misty Straus, 109th Medical Group first sergeant, talks to an Airman on March 10, 2014. As the first sergeant she is responsible for the welfare, morale, career progression, professional development, discipline and recognition of the Airmen in the Medical Group. (Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Catharine Schmidt/Released)