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A new training for military medical treatment facility clinical and administrative staff has been designed to support the COVID-19 Convalescent Plasma Collection Program, a Department of Defense effort to collect 10,000 units of blood donated by members of the military community who have recovered from the disease. (Photo by Senior Airman Kyle Cope, 52nd Fighter Wing Public Affairs)
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DoD trains staff to collect convalescent plasma donations

A new training for military medical treatment facility (MTF) clinical and administrative staff has been designed to support the collection of COVID-19 convalescent blood plasma from eligible...
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Doors closed, but USO Okinawa still impacting community

As the world navigates the current global situation, USO Okinawa center doors may be closed, but the spirit, intention and passion of the 23 staff members remains a driving force behind how USO Okinawa continues to bring communities together.
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American Engineering Corporation continues support of the USO through COVID19 Crisis

For 49 years American Engineering Corporation (AEC) has supported USO Okinawa and this year is no exception. Scot Garner, General Manager of Construction for AEC, recently presented a Silver Sponsorship-level donation of $18,000 to Phil VanEtten, USO Okinawa Area Director.
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Pizza Sun Okinawa lives up to the hype

Following a recommendation from one of our readers, I was on a quest for some good eats at Pizza Sun Okinawa.
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VIDEO| Cook up Chili-Ebi like an Iron Chef

Ebi-chili is a sweet and spicy shrimp dish you’ll find at many Chinese restaurants in Japan.
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VIDEO| Let's make our own Okinawan donuts at home!

These donuts are fun to make anytime of the year.
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Healthy Recipe: Edamame & Sakura Ebi Tofu Burger

Japanese superfood burger
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VIDEO| Cooking up Hirayachi, Okinawa’s take on okonomiyaki

If you’re a Japanese food fan, you may have heard of okonomiyaki; a Korean food afficionado—chijimi. But Okinawa also has its own version: hirayachi.
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4 Easy Dinners: How to Make Your Favorite Japanese Rice Dishes!

In Japan, rice has a rich history which dates back over 2000 years. It’s a staple in many traditional dishes and has become an important part of Japanese food culture.