A new report estimates 6.5 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease, and more than 1 in 10 older adults have early stage memory or cognitive problems.
The Alzheimer’s Association report released Tuesday said 12-18% of adults 60 and over have “mild cognitive impairment,” a category of memory loss or cognitive problems that may be a precursor to dementia or caused by other medical or behavioral issues.
The Kūkā‘ilimoku is the official e-newsletter of the 154th Wing, Hawaii Air National Guard. The first issue came in September 1957 and continues as an e-newsletter today.
Today we feature the March 1973 Kūkā‘ilimoku issue. This issue includes the following stories:
* 154th Supply Squadron wins award
* Commissary privileges increase
* Airman Spotlight
* Promotions: including Frank Yamamoto, Kenneth Uyeno, Dennis Fujii
* Drill training options
Many people turn to marijuana or cannabidiol to ease their achy joints and help them sleep, but a new study suggests that could wreak havoc with any other medications they’re taking.
Why? Because the body uses the same set of enzymes to process them all, scientists report.
The chemicals in marijuana — THC, cannabidiol (CBD), cannabinol (CBN) — are metabolized in the body by at least two families of enzymes that also help process and eliminate more than 70% of the most commonly used prescription drugs from the body, the researchers said.
That means there’s a risk that pot might dangerously amp up the effects of some prescription drugs, or cause other medications to flush through your system so quickly that they do you no good, said lead researcher Philip Lazarus. He’s a professor of pharmaceutical sciences at Washington State University, in Spokane.
Earlier Retiree News posts about medical marijuana and cannabidiol (CBD).
All About CBD Oil
Could CBD Help Relieve Your Arthritis Pain?
A Guide to CBD and Cannabis for Older Adults
This undated photograph shows some of the members of the then-154th USAF Dispensary.
In the photograph are (L-R) are unknown, Harry Teruya, unknown, John Arakaki, unknown, and Leslie Nakashima. In the front is Dr. Claude Caver.
Thanks to Leslie Nakashima for his assistance in identifying personnel in the photograph
Thought saving for retirement was hard? Spending that money — and ensuring it lasts through old age — is even harder.
It may not sound tough at first blush.
But consider all the unknowns: how long you’ll live; the need for costly health care or long-term care, perhaps decades from now; the future returns of stocks and bonds.
The Kūkā‘ilimoku is the official e-newsletter of the 154th Wing, Hawaii Air National Guard. The first issue came in September 1957 and continues as an e-newsletter today.
Today we feature the March 1981 Kūkā‘ilimoku issue. This issue includes the following stories:
* 1500 pound hippopotamus visits the 154th Composite Group
* Senator Daniel Inouye visits
* 154th Resourse Management Squadron News
* CAM Sq News & Views
* Guard News
From the U.S. News & World Report website
While an overwhelming majority of older Americans want to remain living in their home, nearly half of those 65 and older report that they either need or receive help with routine daily activities. Even the best plans for independent living can be disrupted by physical and mental challenges that require people to give up some of their independence and move into assisted living facilities.
“Maintaining independence is important for people as they get older, but that’s not the reality for many, which is why assisted living facilities are so common,” says Dr. Joseph Ouslander, professor of geriatric medicine at the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine of Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, Florida.
This undated photograph shows Lionel Calvin at his workbench in the Avionics Branch. Lionel served his career in the 154th Consolidated Aircraft Maintenance Squadron. A great technician.
Lional’s brother Charles Calvin served many years on the fighter flightline before his retirement.
Earlier related Retiree News post: Check Six: Old CAMRON Friends
One of the biggest questions in retirement planning is where to retire. Nearly 400,000 Americans moved states explicitly because of retirement in 2019 alone. And millions of Americans over 55 moved across state lines to warmer climates in Florida, Arizona, Texas, California, and other states typically thought of as retirement destinations.
Of course, deciding where to retire is more complicated than picking a state that has reasonable summers, mild winters, and plenty of sunshine. Even with a solid retirement fund, the cost of housing, healthcare, and other factors are still important.
To determine the best places to retire, The Motley Fool surveyed 1,500 Americans aged 55 and over about what they think the most important factors are when choosing where to retire.
The Motley Fool ranked all 50 states for retirement based on their responses.
The Kūkā‘ilimoku is the official e-newsletter of the 154th Wing, Hawaii Air National Guard. The first issue came in September 1957 and continues as an e-newsletter today.
Today we feature the March 1989 Kūkā‘ilimoku issue. This issue includes the following stories:
* Combat Sage deployment postponed
* CMSgts David Pontes and Hiroshi Go retire
* CAM Sq News & Views
* Col. Ralph Dunbar PCSs
* Hawaii National Guard Enlisted Association news
* Sports News
From the Medical News Today website
The first sign of skin cancer is usually a change in the skin, such as an emerging lump, a new mole, or alterations to an existing mole. Identifying any changes early can facilitate a prompt diagnosis of cancer, which may improve a person’s outlook.
There are many types of skin cancer, but they fall into two distinct categories: melanoma and non-melanoma. Melanoma is less common than non-melanoma but more dangerous.
Herbert Shinichi Watanabe, 93 years old, of Hilo, Hawaii, passed on February 21 in Honolulu. Born in Wailuku, Maui. He was a graduate of Lanai High School and the Stout Institute [now the University of Wisconsin-Stout]. He was a retired Educational Officer, former school administrator and teacher with the Hawaii Department of Education, 3-time elected member of the Hawaii State Board of Education and two-term Board Chairman.
He was an active member and former president and secretary of the Waiakea Lions Club of Hilo, and a Past International Director for Lions Clubs International. He was posthumously awarded the Lions International Medal of Honor for his over seven decades of service. He was an active volunteer for the Kilauea and Aloha Councils of the Boy Scouts of America, former Scout Executive with the Maui County Council of the Boy Scouts of America, Silver Beaver recipient and Outstanding Eagle Scout as recognized by the National Eagle Scout Association.
He served with the Hawaii Army National Guard and was a member of the Board of Trustees of the Church of the Holy Cross, and a member of the Board of Trustees of the Lyman Museum, both in Hilo.
He is pre-deceased by wife, Ellen and is survived by his sons Mark [Emily] of Hilo, Colin [Cherie] of Honolulu, David [Debra] of Pearl City, and Nathan [Blanche] of Colorado Springs, CO; Grandchildren Maika, Keisha, Shawna (Brad) Roggenbach, Ariel, Noah, Jason (Sabrina) Vaughn and Jeremy (Renee) Vaughn; great-granddaughter Penelope and numerous nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life and Memorial Service will held at a later date at the Church of the Holy Cross is Hilo.
In lieu of flowers or gifts, the family requests donations be made either to the Lions Eye Bank of Hawaii, the Aloha Council of the Boy Scouts of America, or to the Lyman Museum of Hilo.
This undated photograph shows Allen Shinsato, who served as the 154th Wing’s comptroller. Among the challenges he faced as the comptroller was the F-15 conversion and the startup of the 203rd Air Refueling Squadron.
This photograph shows the aircrew name tag which was part of the BDU for a few years.
The Kūkā‘ilimoku is the official e-newsletter of the 154th Wing, Hawaii Air National Guard. The first issue came in September 1957 and continues as a monthly newsletter today.
Today we feature the March 1997 Kūkā‘ilimoku issue. This issue includes the following stories:
* 1997 Hawaii Air National Guard Award winners
* 154th Logistics Support Flight Kinaole Awards Program
* Promotions: including Robert Santos, Jimmy Williams, Robby Shigeta
* Sports News
* HIANG Senior Enlisted Advisor News
* First Female Adjutant General
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