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Kadena’s kids roll up sleeves to beat COVID

Senior Airman Kim Williams, foreground, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron aeromedical evacuation technician, prepares a syringe with a dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 28, 2022. The pediatric dose, characterized by a purple cap, is recommended for eligible children ages 5-11. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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Kadena’s kids roll up sleeves to beat COVID

U.S. Air Force Maj. John Wu, left, 18th Medical Support Squadron pharmacy flight commander, and Senior Airman Kim Williams, right, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron aeromedical evacuation technician, prepare syringes with a dose of the COVID-19 vaccine while parents and children line up for vaccinations in the background at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 28, 2022. As part of the 18th Wing’s campaign to combat the spread of COVID-19, pediatric doses are available to children on Kadena. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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Kadena’s kids roll up sleeves to beat COVID

A child gets a bandaid from Senior Airman Kim Williams, right, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron aeromedical evacuation technician, after receiving a pediatric dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 28, 2022. When considering the options regarding vaccinating their child, parents are advised to speak to a medical provider about their child’s medical conditions and any prior reactions to immunizations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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Kadena’s kids roll up sleeves to beat COVID

A parent comforts his child while she receives a pediatric dose of the COVID-19 vaccine administered by U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. David Hoang, 18th Healthcare Operations Squadron NCO in charge of pediatrics, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 28, 2022. The CDC recommends everyone 5 years and older receive the COVID-19 vaccine to protect themselves and others from the virus, as widespread vaccination is a vital part of preventing the spread of COVID-19. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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Kadena’s kids roll up sleeves to beat COVID

Children sit on bleachers with their parents after receiving a pediatric dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 28, 2022. The CDC recommends everyone 5 years and older receive the COVID-19 vaccine to protect themselves and others from the virus, as widespread vaccination is a vital part of preventing the spread of COVID-19. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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Kadena’s kids roll up sleeves to beat COVID

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. David Hoang, left, 18th Healthcare Operations Squadron NCO in charge of pediatrics, and Senior Airman Kim Williams, right, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron aeromedical evacuation technician, administer pediatric doses of the COVID-19 vaccine to children at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 28, 2022. As part of the 18th Wing’s campaign to combat the spread of COVID-19, pediatric doses are available to children on Kadena. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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Kadena’s kids roll up sleeves to beat COVID

Vials of the COVID-19 vaccine sit on a table before being administered at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 28, 2022. When considering the options regarding vaccinating their child, parents are advised to speak to a medical provider about their child’s medical conditions and any prior reactions to immunizations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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Kadena’s kids roll up sleeves to beat COVID

A child flexes his arm, showing off the bandaid covering where he received a pediatric dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 28, 2022. The CDC recommends everyone 5 years and older receive the COVID-19 vaccine to protect themselves and others from the virus, as widespread vaccination is a vital part of preventing the spread of COVID-19. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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18th OMRS boosts Kadena’s health, immunity

Senior Airman Heather Tubbs, left, and U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jabreanna Fontenot, right, 18th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron medical technicians, help the next patient at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 25, 2022. In an effort to keep the 18th Wing and the local community safe, technicians at the Immunization Clinic provided both series and booster doses of the COVID-19 vaccine to active-duty military members and local contractors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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18th OMRS boosts Kadena’s health, immunity

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jabreanna Fontenot, 18th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron medical technician, draws a vaccine into a syringe at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 25, 2022. The 18th OMRS plays a vital role in Kadena’s mission by delivering world-class outpatient, inpatient and specialty care to over 16,400 beneficiaries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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18th OMRS boosts Kadena’s health, immunity

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jabreanna Fontenot, right, 18th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron medical technician, administers the COVID-19 vaccine to Senior Airman Taylor Irizarry Del Toro, left, 718th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron electrical and environmental systems technician, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 26, 2022. In an effort to keep the 18th Wing and the local community safe, technicians at the Immunization Clinic provided both series and booster doses of the COVID-19 vaccine to active-duty military members and local contractors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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18th OMRS boosts Kadena’s health, immunity

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Kristen Warner, left, 909th Air Refueling Squadron independent duty medical technician, administers the COVID-19 vaccine to Hajime Maeshiro, right, Rocker Enlisted Club employee, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 26, 2022. In an effort to keep the 18th Wing and the local community safe, technicians at the Immunization Clinic provided both series and booster doses of the COVID-19 vaccine to active-duty military members and local contractors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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18th OMRS boosts Kadena’s health, immunity

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Kristen Warner, left, 909th Air Refueling Squadron independent duty medical technician, administers the COVID-19 vaccine to a U.S. military spouse at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 26, 2022. With the Omicron variant, staying up-to-date with vaccinations and boosters is pivotal in order to ensure a fit and ready force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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18th OMRS boosts Kadena’s health, immunity

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jabreanna Fontenot, 18th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron medical technician, holds a syringe containing a COVID-19 vaccine at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 26, 2022. The 18th OMRS plays a vital role in Kadena’s mission by delivering world-class outpatient, inpatient and specialty care to over 16,400 beneficiaries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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18th OMRS boosts Kadena’s health, immunity

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jabreanna Fontenot, 18th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron medical technician, holds a syringe containing a COVID-19 vaccine at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 26, 2022. The 18th OMRS plays a vital role in Kadena’s mission by delivering world-class outpatient, inpatient and specialty care to over 16,400 beneficiaries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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18th OMRS boosts Kadena’s health, immunity

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jabreanna Fontenot, 18th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron medical technician, holds a syringe containing a COVID-19 vaccine at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 26, 2022. The 18th OMRS plays a vital role in Kadena’s mission by delivering world-class outpatient, inpatient and specialty care to over 16,400 beneficiaries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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From swab to call: COVID-19 testing

Senior Airman Samantha Stockwell, 18th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron public health technician, simulates calling a COVID-19 positive individual at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 13, 2022. If an individual tests positive for COVID-19, a medical provider will contact them and evaluate their health status. The Kadena COVID Response Cell will then contact the individual to conduct contract tracing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)
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From swab to call: COVID-19 testing

Kelly Kovalsky, 18th Medical Support Squadron laboratory assistant, alphabetizes COVID-19 test swab samples at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 13, 2022. After verifying the test orders, laboratory technicians prepare the samples to be shipped for testing. In order to test large amounts of samples per day, the 18th Medical Group ships the swabs by plane to a testing lab in Tokyo. Once the test results come back, technicians input them into the computer. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)
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From swab to call: COVID-19 testing

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Ruben Pineda, 18th Medical Group resource management office NCO in charge, hands U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Julia Rodriguez, 18th Medical Support Squadron medical laboratory technician, COVID-19 test swab samples at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 13, 2022. Once the test samples are in the possession of the laboratory, laboratory technicians verify all test orders in the computer. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)
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From swab to call: COVID-19 testing

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Ruben Pineda, 18th Medical Group resource management office NCO in charge, picks up COVID-19 test swab samples to transport them to the laboratory at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 13, 2022. During the week of Jan. 10, the 18th MDG conducted over 150 COVID-19 tests per day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)
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