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Flu shots are available now and are more important than ever

Flu season usually runs from October through May, peaking in December through February, but could possibly continue through May.
Children wearing face masks for protection against COVD-19 walk on a city street.
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Mask mouth does not exist, dentists say

No, mask wearing won't ruin your teeth. Recently, there has been a lot of online chatter about "mask mouth" – an alleged condition that results from wearing a mask all day and causes tooth decay or gum disease, especially among children.
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My Paradise: Discover happiness right outside your base in Japan

“JAPAN!” How excited I was to hear this from the lips of my husband! Oh, the places  to go. The foods to try.  The sights, sounds, and smells of the heart of Tokyo! Let us not forget Okinawa, Hiroshima, and Mt. Fuji, just to mention a few of the places to experience.
Linemen from the Fort Knox Eagles football team practice reaction drills in August 2021, learning to anticipate moving when the ball moves (Photo by: Eric Pilgrim, Fort Knox).
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DODEA schools keeps on with in-person classes, and fall sports, too

The thud of kicked soccer balls, the clash of shoulder pads at football games, and cheers from classmates and parents are once again being heard around the world at Department of Defense Education Activity schools.
Photo by Shoji Kudaka
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Okinawa's famous Naha Tug of War canceled again this year

Guiness-certified and crowd-favorite Naha Tug of War is again canceled this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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More people eat breakfast for health after the pandemic started

Premier global nutrition company, Herbalife Nutrition, unveiled findings from its third annual Asia Pacific Breakfast Habits Survey 2021, which revealed that the desire to improve health and well-being was the top reason that motivated Asia Pacific consumers to adopt positive breakfast habits.
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Churaumi Aquarium, other Okinawa attractions remain closed due to Japan’s State of Emergency

Ongoing closures at some of Okinawa’s popular attractions continue due Japan’s State of Emergency put in place as a nationwide COVID-19 prevention measure.
Photos by Kyle Haney
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How to explore South Korea during a pandemic

Fifty-two weeks—fifty-two weeks is what I have left in Korea before I’m off to somewhere else.
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VIDEO| Ask the doc: Off-post mask wearing guidance Japan

Join Capt. Louis K. Chen, 38th Air Defense Artillery Brigade surgeon, as he discusses off-post mask wearing guidelines as defined by U.S. Army Japan and its dual-purpose health benefits during episode three of Ask the Doc.
Summer days can be such fun, if done safely (Photo by: Tommie Horton, 78th Air Base Wing).
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Old-school summer safety risks: Sun, water, insects and alcohol

Even as concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic begin to fade, the traditional, old-school summer safety issues - like those involving sun, water, insects and alcohol - continue to pose real risks for many military families.
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Wing King serving up tasty chicken on Okinawa

While many of your go-to restaurants for hot wings, a familiar game-day favorite, like Buffalo Wild Wings or Hoo ters, may not yet have a home in Okinawa, there is no need to feel disappointed. Wing King is here to help with those spicy cravings.
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Nutritious, savory pumpkin almond smoothie recipe

Packed with seasonal goodies and nutrition-rich foods such as almonds and olive oil, this is the smoothie for autumn! Because the pumpkin was organic, this recipe leaves the skin unpeeled—but you can opt to take it off.
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Recipe: Pumpkin bread with cream cheese layer

This amazing pumpkin bread recipe comes courtesy of Brittany Crider, and is a beloved family favorite that she and her sister used to make with her grandmother.
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Picky eater? Here's 8 Japanese foods even you will love!

Japanese food is absolutely amazing, but it’s also completely different in taste, presentation, and texture from dishes in many Western countries.
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Fall food skin care 101

As the weather gets cooler and the days get shorter, you’ll probably notice the seasonal changes affecting your skin too.
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VIDEO| Fun in the kitchen making homemade Okinawan doughnuts

Want to have some fun in the kitchen? Well, you should make her some Okinawan doughnuts. Sata Andagi are very simple to make, even if you are not an expert in the kitchen. It’s time to put on an apron and get cooking!