From the Images of Old Hawaii website
Some suggest the Tripler building got its pink color because the color and other design elements were borrowed from the Royal Hawaiian Hotel down in Waikīkī.
However, an engineering booklet related to its design notes, “the layout of the buildings was planned to create an easy, informal environment, avoid an institutional atmosphere and create the impression of a residential community.” (army-mil)
“Therefore, the hospital building, nurses’ quarters, fire house, chapel, bachelor officers’ quarters and mess, theater and enlisted men’s barracks will be of pink stucco finish.” (army-mil)
From the Everyday Health website
Although scientists around the globe are investigating vaccines that might help protect people against the new coronavirus and other ways to reduce the damage of COVID-19 if you get sick, so far no miracle treatment has been found that accomplishes either one of those ends. There are, however, plenty of theories and non-evidence-based information circulating in the news and on social media about what might work.
Unfortunately, not only are many products a waste of money, they can be dangerous to your health or even deadly.
The onslaught of news related to the COVID-19 pandemic continues, and the following articles are of interest to Retiree News readers.
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From the Kaiser Health News website
Federal health officials, citing a need to focus on the COVID-19 pandemic, have temporarily halted some efforts to recover hundreds of millions of dollars in overpayments made to Medicare Advantage health plans.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services says the decision will allow insurers and the agency to “focus on patient care,” and will last “until after the public health emergency has ended.”
Attached is today’s COVID-19 Daily News Update issued by Hawaii State Department of Health.
There is a large amount of speculation regarding COVID-19, please rely on OFFICIAL sources for accurate information. We added a long term post on the maroon bar above titled “COVID-19 Information.” The post includes links to the Hawaii Department of Health, the CDC and the FEMA websites.
This undated photograph shows Wade McVay in the cockpit of a North American F-86 Saber jet. Assisting him in the preflight checks is Simanu “Sam” Afoa.
McVay flew P-47 Thunderbolts in the Europe occupation. He joined the Hawai‘i Air National Guard in 1949, flying the P-47 “Jugs.” He later transitioned to the F-86 Sabre 1952. He left the Guard in 1956 as his position as manager of the James Campbell Estate took up more of his time. Wade became Chief Executive Officer in 1960 and in 1976 was appointed as a Trustee of the Estate – a position he held until December 31, 1994. McVay passed in 2012. During his time in the 199th Fighter Squadron, he designed the squadron’s first patch.
Sam Afoa is acknowledged as the first Hawai‘i Air National Guard member of Samoan ancestry. He was from originally from Maui. He continued his maintenance career and was a member of the quality control office when he retired in the early 1980s. Sam was the North Windward Baptist Church minister for many years. Sam passed away in 2007.
Older drivers shopping for new cars have one trend going for them and one that’s a problem. In their favor: The increasing popularity of small SUVs means far more vehicles have a seat that’s at just the right height to get in and out, without being too big overall. Against older drivers: In the quest for greater passenger safety, vehicles’ roof pillars have grown very thick, compromising your ability to see out.
If you scroll down to the bottom of this article, you will see the start of “10 Best Cars for Older Drivers.” A few cars appear in both lists.
Military dependent and retiree ID cards set to expire this year will get an automatic extension through September, while some other ID card updates and enrollments are now permitted by fax or mail, according to new Pentagon guidance.
Attached is today’s COVID-19 Daily News Update issued by Hawaii State Department of Health.
There is a large amount of speculation regarding COVID-19, please rely on OFFICIAL sources for accurate information. We added a long term post on the maroon bar above titled “COVID-19 Information.” The post includes links to the Hawaii Department of Health, the CDC and the FEMA websites.
From the Honolulu Magazine website
All eyes in Mō‘ili‘ili are on Hale Mahana, the relatively new 14-story student apartment complex across from Puck’s Alley. With Starbucks, Pieology and the state’s first Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers, it’s easy to see why it’s a popular spot. But across the street, find more fine spots to study, drink and, yes, eat fried chicken that have been around for decades and, most importantly, are local.
The operating hours of these restaurants are probably altered by the current COVID-19 restrictions. Check their websites, social media or call before you go down.
From the U.S. News & World Report website
For the tens of millions of Americans with arthritis, the pain, stiffness and other symptoms from the chronic disease can be stubborn.
There are various treatments for alleviating the symptoms of arthritis, but no cure. Options can include steroid injections into affected joints and even joint replacement surgery for some with advanced osteoarthritis, where cartilage in the hips, knees or other joints has worn away. For those with another common form of arthritis, the autoimmune disorder rheumatoid arthritis, antirheumatic drugs may also be used to slow the progression of the disease that also causes severe joint pain.
From the Wired Magazine website
The pandemic has been emotionally devastating for us adults, but its impact on teenagers is arguably far greater.
Just a few weeks ago, the conversation in my household revolved around one thing: Where my daughter was going to college. She’s a senior in high school, high-achieving, and very driven. We spent the fall slaving over college essays and applications, 11 in total. The wait to hear from the schools she applied to was agonizing for her, and even though today’s college admissions messaging is fully electronic, she would even bring in the mail at the end of each day—otherwise unheard of in our household—to see if there was something from a school waiting for her.
Now all we talk about is Covid-19.
Attached is today’s COVID-19 Daily News Update issued by Hawaii State Department of Health.
There is a large amount of speculation regarding COVID-19, please rely on OFFICIAL sources for accurate information. We added a long term post on the maroon bar above titled “COVID-19 Information.” The post includes links to the Hawaii Department of Health, the CDC and the FEMA websites.
The highlight of the October 2004 training weekend was the 154th Maintenance Group assumption of command ceremony. Colonel Ronald Han became the command in a ceremony held in the old fighter hanger.
Among those attending were Sean Lockerman, Kristen (Higgins) Stanley, and Clifford Heen.
– Sean was recently commissioned and served in the 154th Logistics Readiness Squadron for several years. He later returned to his home in Pennsylvania and served with the ANG there. He currently lives in Florida and owns a successful landscaping company.
– Kristen worked full time in the Public Affairs Office. She later became a First Sergeant in the maintenance complex. Kristen and her family moved to Wisconsin and served with the ANG there.
– Cliff was the commander of the 154th Maintenance Operations Flight (154 MOF) for several years. He later left the Guard and worked at Young Brothers.
All great Guardmembers!
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