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CELEBRATING THE RESIDENTIAL PARK COMMUNITIES FOR 65 YEARS

Stroll the promenade and take in the culture at the

Desert Art Festival

In This Issue

Senior News Line.................................2 Celebrity Extra......................................7 Veterans Post.......................................9 Service Directory................................10

1. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What are female elephants called? 2. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What is the oldest brewery in the United States? 3. MOVIES: To which destination is the McCallister family traveling in the movie “Home Alone”? 4. GEOGRAPHY: How many U.S. states are named after a president? 5. MUSIC: In the song, what did Frosty the Snowman do after a magic hat was placed on his head? Art by Nicholas Vicknair.

By Alison Elsner

icture it now: as you stroll the promenade, you find yourself in a charming village surrounded by quaint stores, charming eateries, snow-capped mountains, warm afternoon sun and an entire square block of artists’ booths with some of the finest works to be found. The surprising part? You’re not in Europe but rather right in downtown Palm Springs, front and center viewing artistic creations from 100 artists presenting

• It was nonviolent Indian activist Mahatma Gandhi who made the following sage observation: “First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win.” • Appropriately, the patron saint of bankers is St. Meingold.

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6. ANATOMY: Where is the glabella located in the human body?

original work, including paintings in acrylic, oils and watercolors, photography, etchings, sculpture in clay, glass, metal, stone and wood, fine crafts, blown glass, turned wood, semiprecious jewelry, pottery, stained glass and an array of high-quality crafts. Contemporary artisans present unique styles of individually handcrafted functional and decorative pottery, raku, vessels and gourd art. Guests are invited to saunter between artists’ booths to view the works while interacting directly with the artists. Many

pieces are one of a kind, and all works are available for purchase. Collectors of all levels are welcome to browse and buy at this exceptional exhibition. Presented by West Coast Artists, this weekend of culture is a spectacular way to celebrate the new year.

• Less than half the people in the world use a spoon, fork and knife to eat. The rest use chopsticks, just a knife or their hands.

• In 1905, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, author of the Sherlock Holmes stories, became one of the first people ever to be fined for speeding.

• People who pick chili peppers in Costa Rica have to wear special suits to avoid getting blisters just from coming into contact with them.

• The Pledge of Allegiance was published in 1892 in celebration of the 400th anniversary of Columbus’ voyage to the New World. It didn’t contain the words “under God,” though, until 1954, when they were added by an act of Congress in an attempt to check the creeping advance of “Godless Communism.”

• In Babylon 4,000 years ago, it was accepted practice that for a month after the wedding, the bride’s father would supply his son-in-law with all the mead he could drink. Mead is a honey beer, and so that time became known as the honey month -- what we know today as the honeymoon.

• Abraham Lincoln was the only American president to witness battle firsthand while in office.

The Desert Art Festival is held at Frances Stevens Park, 538 North Palm Canyon Drive in Palm Springs, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, January 11 and Sunday, January 12. Admission is free. For more information, visit westcoastartists.com.

7. LANGUAGE: What did the Russian Space Station “Mir” mean in English? 8. LITERATURE: What are the names of the young bunnies in “The Tale of Peter Rabbit”? 9. HISTORY: In what year was the sound barrier broken by a jet aircraft? 10. LANDMARKS: Which presidents are depicted in the Mount Rushmore National Memorial in South Dakota? © 2019 King Features Synd., Inc.

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You got your flu shot this year, right? Even though it’s no longer the beginning of the flu season, it’s never too late to get your shot. At this point we’re only in the middle of an elevated-level flu season with months still to go. Flu hits seniors harder than any other demographic. More of us end up hospitalized and with complications if we get the flu. At least 70 percent of deaths from flu are seniors. There’s a special shot for us with three types of vaccine at four times the strength. Our shot contains two A virus strains and one B. I asked my pharmacist, “Why don’t they give us all four vaccine types?” His answer was that decision makers calculate each year which flu three strains will be strongest and go with those ... to save money. This year, however, a B virus, which usually comes out in February, was the flu that launched the season.

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Expert: CBD Oil Could Damage Pets’ Eyes

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Dear Paw’s Corner: Your recent article about giving CBD oil to pets omitted an important factor: its effect on the eyes. Past research has shown that CBD causes eye pressure to spike in humans, and the same issue was noted in a study with rodents. Popular media has not noted this. CBD oil should be given to pets only with appropriate oversight from an animal specialist able to measure eye pressure. -- Dr. Denise Valenti Dear Dr. Valenti: Thank you for the update. I had not seen the research on this, and it is important for pet owners to know about this possible side effect of CBD (cannabidiol).

How do we get the flu? From others, often by breathing air that has the virus in it from someone’s sneeze or cough (from 6 feet away and airborne for several hours) or by touching a hard surface that has flu germs on it from someone else (for 24 hours). Some of the ways of protecting ourselves are so simple we have no excuse for not following them. Take sanitizing wipes with you in a baggie when you go to the store and wipe down the cart handle. (Then throw the wipe away.) Wrap sanitizing wipes around the doorknobs in your home and let them dry overnight. Wash your hands often. And get your flu shot. The next time you talk to your senators, tell them we need a four-way four-strength vaccine for seniors. Saving lives and hospitalizations makes it worth the extra cost. (c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc.

A 2006 study at the University of Aberdeen of human glaucoma patients found that a fairly high dose, 40 mg of CBD oil, administered sublingually (under the tongue) caused a temporary rise in intraocular pressure. (A lower dose, 20 mg, did not cause the same problem.) And a more recent study at Indiana University found that mice given CBD oil experienced a similar rise in interocular pressure. The study found that when THC and CBD were given together, the THC blocked CBD’s effects on eye pressure -- but because THC also IS the component of marijuana that makes a person (or pet) high, it opens a whole other kettle of fish. If you’re currently giving your pet CBD oil, contact your veterinarian to ask about checking and monitoring your pet’s eye pressure. High interocular pressure can cause serious damage to the eyes. If your dog or cat has glaucoma, avoid administering CBD oil until you’ve talked to the vet about all possible side effects. (c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc.

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• “If you have to wash dishes by hand, here’s a tip for rinsing utensils: Clean silverware together and toss into a colander. Then you can rinse the whole thing together instead of each fork, knife or spoon. This will save time, and water.” -- M.V. in Ohio

• Mayonnaise can stand in for cooking oil in a recipe. Use in an equal amount. It works especially well in brownies. • “When flossing, cut a length of floss, then tie the loose ends together. Now you have a circle and can hold it open with your fingers rather than wrapping the loose ends around your fingers and cutting off the circulation. All it takes is a little tension on the circle to keep the line taut.” -C.E. in Kentucky

• Apply car wax to shower walls to keep soap scum from hanging around. Petroleum jelly can be used in shower-door tracks to lubricate them, since it won’t wash away easily. • Here’s a fun plumbing trick: Use a wad of soft white bread (centers only) to plug up a pipe you are working on. The bread disintegrates quickly but will stop up any trickle of water long enough for you to seal two pipes together. (c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc.

A Very ‘Naughty’ Christmas He sported a beard that gave him a Santa Claus look, but he was no Kris Kringle, says the Association of Mature American Citizens [AMAC]. In fact, he was arrested by the Colorado Springs police robbing a bank for an undisclosed amount of cash. But it would appear that he was, indeed, full of the Christmas Spirit because after getting away with the loot he

tossed his ill-gotten gains into the air, wishing passersby “Merry Christmas.” He then headed for a nearby coffee shop to await the arrival of the local authorities and his arrest. The Association of Mature American Citizens [www.amac.us] provides the Filler Files as a service on issues of concern to Americans over 50.

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ACROSS 1. Recurring TV show 7. Throws out 13. Iberian Peninsula microstate 14. Gossip 16. Atomic #20 17. Ivy League institution 19. Of I 20. “He Is __!”: Scripture excerpt 22. Musical genre 23. Heavy cavalry sword 25. Ancient Olympic Site 26. Satisfies 28. Popular flower 29. Shared services center 30. Drain 31. A way to attack 33. Urban Transit Authority

34. Spiritual leader 36. Postponed 38. N. American plant with edible purple-black berries 40. Gazes unpleasantly 41. Gets up 43. Capital of Ukraine 44. Returned material authorization (abbr.) 45. Golf score 47. Superhigh frequency 48. Swiss river 51. Felons 53. Succulent plants 55. Soluble ribonucleic acid 56. Deliberately setting fire to 58. Infamous singer Zadora 59. Anwar __, Egyptian statesman

60. Influential sports mag 61. Aromatic Mediterranean plant 64. Sixth note of a major scale 65. Unit of explosive power 67. Large watertight chamber 69. Popular street 70. A way of watering

DOWN 1. Mollusks 2. -__, denotes past 3. Anchor ropes 4. Large Middle Eastern country 5. To make a mistake 6. Ancient governor 7. Extents 8. Chinese surname 9. NYC subway “residents”

10. Essential oil used as perfume 11. A way to treat injuries (abbr.) 12. Session 13. Units of land areas 15. Goes over once more 18. Where wrestlers work 21. Italian islanders 24. Avenue 26. __ Adams, U.S. President 27. Rest with legs bent 30. Type of flour 32. The Golden State (abbr.) 35. More (Spanish) 37. Stinging, winged insect 38. The use of irony to mock 39. Arsenals 42. Pouch 43. 22nd letter of the Greek alphabet 46. Violent seizure of property 47. Restrict 49. Something comparable to another 50. Punishment device made from stems 52. Soul and calypso songs 54. Formerly OSS 55. Athabaskan language 57. __ bene: observe carefully 59. Six (Spanish) 62. Read-only memory 63. Chinese philosophical principle 66. American conglomerate 68. Tin

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Brain Teaser

Can you name three consecutive days without using the words Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, or Sunday?

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Here’s an easy and healthy recipe for a Veggie Burrito Bowl for lunch or dinner.

VEGGIE BURRITO BOWL • 1 cup cooked brown rice (or frozen pre-cooked brown rice) • 1/2 (15-ounce) can black beans or pinto beans, drained and rinsed • 2-3 tablespoons salsa • 1 teaspoon salt • 1 teaspoon black pepper • 1 tablespoon plain Greek yogurt • 1 tablespoon shredded cheddar or Mexican-blend cheese • Toppings as desired 1. Prepare brown rice according to package instructions. 2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine rice, black beans, mild or hot salsa, and salt and pepper. Microwave on high for 30-60 seconds, or until heated through. 3. Add select toppings, such as diced avocado, diced tomato, gua-

camole, pico de gallo, sauteed veggies, cooked shredded or cubed chicken, tofu, chickpeas or corn. 4. Top off your burrito bowl with Greek yogurt and cheese, with a drizzle of salsa and a dollop of guacamole or sliced avocado, if desired. Makes 1 serving. Angela Shelf Medearis is an awardwinning children’s author, culinary historian and the author of seven cookbooks. Her new cookbook is “The Kitchen Diva’s Diabetic Cookbook.” Her website is www.divapro. com. To see how-to videos, recipes and much, much more, Like Angela Shelf Medearis, The Kitchen Diva! on Facebook. Recipes may not be reprinted without permission from Angela Shelf Medearis. (c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc., and Angela Shelf Medearis

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Even before “Richard Jewell” opened, Clint Eastwood and Warner Brothers found themselves being sued by Cox Enterprises’ flagship newspaper, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The film is basically about Richard Jewell, a security guard at the 1996 Summer Olympics in Georgia, first proclaimed a hero, then accused of planting a bomb. The film has a disclaimer at the end of the film that says, “This film is based on actual events. The dialogue and certain events and characters in the film were created for the purposes of dramatization.” Allegedly, The Atlanta JournalConstitution rushed to judgment on Richard Jewell’s guilt. Jewell, who died in 2007 at 44, was cleared of any involvement in the bombing, which killed two and injured over 100 people. Nonetheless, there was always a cloud hanging over him because of the accusations. You’d think the newspaper would’ve learned something from the experience and would be wary of taking on powerhouses like Warner Brothers and Clint Eastwood.

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On a happier note, Robert Redford is having second thoughts about retiring. If he hadn’t gone public with his retirement, he might’ve directed instead of only producing his latest project, “109 East Palace.” The film deals with the rise and fall of physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer, hailed as an American hero when he created the atomic bomb in 1945, but later disgraced during the McCarthy Era and was made to testify before the House Un-American Activities Committee. Oppenheimer admitted he had associations with the Communist Party in the 1930s and was villainized by them. “109 East Palace” refers to the address in New Mexico where the A-bomb was created. Redford developed the script and says he’ll only produce. (c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc.

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acter in the premiere and in subsequent episodes, including Carano. The third episode also was directed by a woman, Deborah Chow. Q: Is there any news on when the new season of “Fargo” will begin? It’s been a really long time since the last one. -- P.T.

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Q: I saw that some reporter was complaining there aren’t any female characters in the new “Star Wars” TV series, “The Mandalorian.” However, I was watching it and thought they had some great strong women. I was especially impressed with the actress who plays Cara Dune. Has she acted before? -- L.L. A: Gina Carano, who plays Rebel soldier Cara Dune on the new Disney+ series “The Mandalorian,” has expressed how appreciative she is to be part of the “’Star Wars’ family,” as she puts it. She was hardly an unknown, however, when she got the role. Carano was a very successful MMA fighter before landing roles in “Fast & Furious 6,” “Deadpool” and most recently with Robert De Niro in the movie “Heist.” The incident you mention about a backlash was started by Anita Sarkeesian, an online critic of the gaming industry. After seeing the first episodes of “The Mandalorian” she tweeted, “Is there not a single female speaking character in the first episode?” She later learned she was wrong and that there was, in fact, a female char-

A: Yes, I agree it’s been a long gap between the third and upcoming fourth season of “Fargo.” Each season of the FX series has a new plot, and new actors and characters. The first starred Martin Freeman and Billy Bob Thornton and was set during the early 2000s. The second season was even better, in my opinion, and starred Kirsten Dunst and Ted Danson. It was set in the late 1970s. The third season is probably most fans’ least favorite but was still quite compelling and had stellar acting with Ewan McGregor in a dual role. In 2017, it was announced that the next season of “Fargo” wouldn’t air until 2020. That’s because the show’s creator, Noah Hawley, was focusing on other projects, including the Marvel series “Legion.” Hopefully it will be worth the wait. The upcoming installment will be set in Kansas City in 1950 and will star Chris Rock and Timothy Olyphant. No premiere date has been announced, but it began filming last October in Chicago. Q: How is wrestler Roman Reigns doing since he was diagnosed with leukemia not too long ago? Is he back to wrestling? -- S.B. A: Yes, Joe Anoa’i, who goes by the name Roman Reigns when he’s in the ring for the WWE, was diagnosed with leukemia last year for the second time. The first time was in college at Georgia Tech. Fortunately, he was able to go into remission after just a few months of treatment, and as of last February he’s been in good health. Anoa’i is back wrestling, and hopefully cancer isn’t an opponent he’ll ever face again. (c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc.

Doctors Disagree on Blood Pressure Target Dear Dr. Roach: I am a 91-year-old male. When I switched primary care physicians, my new doctor shook his head because my previous doctor had never told me about my low GFR readings and being borderline diabetic. In the past I had assumed that if the doctor didn’t mention any low or high blood test results, everything must be OK. I no longer assume: I ask for a copy of the results and question them. The new doctor referred me to a nephrologist. My blood pressure at the time was usually in the 130-140/60-70 range. He told me that for a person of my age, that was too low. He gave me a target of 159/89. Then on my next visit to primary care, I was told that my blood pressure was too high; I was prescribed losartan. I am testing my blood pressure daily, and the past few days it has been in the 170s. So, what is a good target for my blood pressure? Which doctor is correct? -- A.L. Answer: There is no absolute right answer to your question. On the one hand, overaggressive treatment of blood pressure in a 91-yearold is unnecessary and may lead to symptoms of lightheadedness, especially upon standing. Other blood pressure drugs may have additional side effects. On the other hand, a 91-yearold has a higher risk for heart disease and stroke, and in someone with a low GFR reading (a measurement of kidney function) and borderline diabetes (which

further increases the risk of heart attack and stroke), most experts would aim for a blood pressure goal that is closer to 120-130/8085, as long as it isn’t causing annoying symptoms. I’m not clear why the doctor wasn’t happy with your usual blood pressure, since a level of 130-140/60s seems very reasonable for a man your age if you aren’t having side effects. If 170 is the usual systolic pressure on your new regimen, I would ask about going back to the old one. Dear Dr. Roach: I always have had small breasts. Suddenly, in my mid-70s, my breasts grew, and now at 80 I have outgrown most of my clothes. My doctor said that it is fat, but I have gained only a few pounds. Could this be hormonal? Have you addressed this issue before? -- S.F. Answer: I haven’t addressed this before. Breasts change size during a woman’s life for many reasons. Breast tissue is a mixture of fat and glandular tissue. For young women, there’s proportionally more glandular tissue, the amount of which tends to decrease over time. After menopause, the breasts become less glandular; what is lost is replaced by fat, as there is less estrogen. About 20% of women will notice significantly larger breasts after menopause; however, this usually occurs along with overall weight gain. Significant breast enlargement without much weight gain is not common in my experience. Hopefully, your doctor did a thorough examination. However, I think it is very unlikely that your breast size changes represent a tumor. Very rarely, there are estrogen-producing tumors, so if there were other reasons to be concerned, your doctor might check blood levels of hormones, including estrogen. (c) 2020 North America Synd., Inc. All Rights Reserved

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Vets came up with a “more comfortable” way to treat a sheep in New Zealand that suffered from sagging udders after giving birth to lamb triplets, reports the Association of Mature American Citizens [AMAC]. Instead of surgery, they fitted the ewe with a store bought bra to keep her sagging mammaries from being dragged on the ground. The alternative would have been painful surgery or euthanasia.

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Volunteers Needed in Palm Springs for Riverside County Homeless Point-In-Time Count and Survey The County of Riverside Department of Public Social Services and the City of Palm Springs are seeking a large number of volunteers to participate in the county’s upcoming 2020 Point-InTime Homeless Street Count and Survey on Wednesday, Jan. 29 throughout Palm Springs. The street count, a one-day effort to identify how many people in Riverside County are homeless on a given day, will take place between the hours of 6 and 9:30 a.m. Volunteers will continue to use the Esri Survey 123 app as the primary data collection tool and will be asked to attend either an inperson or online training session to learn how to use the tool and about other safety and logistical information. Results of the 2020 Homeless Count and Survey provide critical updates on national and local progress towards solving homelessness.

Volunteers must meet the following criteria to take part in this year’s count: • Own a Smart Phone. • Be able to walk up to two hours in order to canvas for unsheltered individuals.

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• Take part in online or in-person training.

• 1/2 package (8 ounce) Italian bread shells • 1 plum tomato, very thinly sliced • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese • 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped • 2 tablespoons sliced pitted ripe olives • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

• Must be 18-years or older. Teens ages 16-18-years-old may take part if accompanied by an adult. In-person training will take place on the following days: • Tuesday, Jan. 14, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Council Chamber at Palm Springs City Hall, 3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way. • Thursday, Jan. 16, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Council Chamber at Palm Springs City Hall, 3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way. Anyone interested in online training should register at rivcoexchange.com

1. Heat oven to 350 F. Spray a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan with butter-flavored cooking spray. In a large bowl, combine meat, breadcrumbs, celery, onion, parsley flakes, ketchup and 1/4 cup beef gravy. Mix well to combine. Pat mixture into prepared loaf pan.

Homestyle Meatloaf • 16 ounces extra-lean ground sirloin or turkey breast • 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon dried fine breadcrumbs • 1/2 cup finely chopped celery • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion • 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes • 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium ketchup • 1 (12-ounce) jar fat-free beef gravy

2. Bake for 45 minutes. Evenly spoon remaining gravy over meatloaf. Continue baking for 15 minutes. Place loaf pan on a wire rack and let set for 5 minutes. Divide into 6 servings. Each serving equals: About 167 calories, 7g fat, 15g protein, 11g carb., 531 mg sodium, 1g fiber; Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Meat, 1 Starch. (c) 2020 King Features Syndicate, Inc.

Heat oven to 450 F. Place one 4-ounce Italian bread shell on ungreased cookie sheet. Arrange plum tomato slices over bread; sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese. Top with chopped fresh basil, sliced olives and black pepper. Bake 10 minutes or until cheese is melted. Each serving: About 510 calories, 14g total fat, 44mg cholesterol, 1,005mg sodium. (c) 2020 Hearst Communications, Inc. All rights reserved

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Crossword Answer

WordSearch Answer

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Hocus-Focus Answers 1. Button is missing. 2. Skirt is different. 3. Food splat is missing. 4. Chair back is lower. 5. Nose is smaller. 6. Hair is different.

Brain Teaser Answer Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow. Stickelers Answer The word should be spelled “perseverance.”

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TRIVIA ANSWERS 1. Cows

5. He began to dance around

2. Yuengling

6. Between the eyebrows

3. Paris

7. World or peace

4. One, Washington

8. Flopsy, Mopsy, Cottontail & Peter

Agent Orange Benefits for Blue Water Veterans As of Jan. 1, 2020, the Department of Veterans Affairs has extended presumption of Agent Orange herbicide exposure benefits with the Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act of 2019. That means it is now taking disability claims with the presumption that veterans were exposed to Agent Orange while offshore, not necessarily on the land or the inland waterways. Here are some particulars: It covers 12 nautical miles off the coast

of Vietnam from Jan. 6, 1962 to May 7, 1975 and between Jan. 1, 1967 and Aug. 31, 1971 in the Korean Demilitarized Zone. Additionally, verified service in Thailand at a certain time is covered. There are 14 medical conditions that are covered for presumption of exposure to Agent Orange: AL amyloidosis, chronic B-cell leukemias, chloracne, Type 2 diabetes mellitus, Hodgkin’s disease, ischemic heart disease, multiple myeloma, non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, Parkinson’s disease, peripheral neuropathy, early-onset porphyria cutanea tarda, prostate cancer, respiratory cancers and soft tissue sarcomas. Veterans who were there do not have to prove they were exposed; it’s assumed they were. The VA has assembled tons of records. For example, see va.gov (put “blue water navy” in the search box) for lists

of ships (updated October 2019). Scroll down the ships page to see various ways of herbicide exposure, such as supply trips, picking up Bob Hope, salvage operations, mapping surveys, mail runs, liberty leave ashore and more. The list is nearly 40 pages long. To file an initial claim, you’ll need VA Form 21-526EZ, Application for Disability Compensation and Related Compensation Benefits. If you filed and were turned down, use VA Form 20-0995, Decision Review Request: Supplemental Claim. Because of the new law, the VA will automatically review claims in the pipeline or under appeal. Payment is retroactive to when you first filed. Go online to www.benefits. va.gov/benefits/blue-water-navy. asp for more information. (c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc.

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