RADIATION: OUT OF THE DARK

Mahalo to Dr. Meagher (aka father-in-law to President Paul Sibley) spoke in depth about the various levels and implications of ionized radiation exposure from the CT scans that are increasing in use to the airport scanners. A broad overview of the various exposure levels that are produced and the rise in certain cancer risk factors were discussed as well as the safe levels of radiation. He also described the future of medicine without radiation type imaging but rather individual targeted genomic therapy. If you'd like a hard copy of his presentation, please contact President Sibley at outdoorsmile@yahoo.com

Holiday Party December 11, 5:30 pm
See you at the potluck at Mid-Pacific Institute, President’s residence. Please RSVP if you haven’t already. Mahalo to Joe and Florence Rice.

Dawn Soderquist mentioned the continued need by the Foodbank and will accept food donations at the Holiday Party, as well as any cash donations. A collection bowl will be available at the party.

Helping handicapped adults achieve independence in Indonesia
Rob Hail announced that Honolulu Sunrise approved the purchase of a mixer to support young handicapped adults in Jogyakarta who are trying to provide for themselves. The $550 "mixer" will be used to prepare breads, pastries and cookies. Our Jogyakarta partner Rotary club will be buying the oven and the organization for the young handicapped adults will be buying the associated trays and utensils. The purchase, implementation and follow up with pictures, etc. will be provided by the Jogya Rotary Club.