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With a drop of blood, this new device will test for TBIs in 15 minutes
A new rapid test that checks for traumatic brain injuries using a single drop of blood is expected to make its debut in the military in the coming months.
By Karen Jowers
Navy SEAL’s family pushes for recognition of brain injuries
As a decorated Navy SEAL operator and explosives breacher, Ryan Larkin was regularly exposed to high-impact blast waves throughout his 10 years of service.
By Lilly Price, The (Annapolis, Md.) Capital-Gazette via the AP
Nearly 60 service members could be eligible for the the Purple Heart following Iran ballistic missile attack
If approved, 64 Purple Hearts for injuries sustained from the Iran ballistic missile strike would surpass the 47 Purple Hearts awarded to Marines from 2016 to 2018 supporting Operation Inherent Resolve — the U.S.-led mission to defeat ISIS in Iraq and Syria.
Debate over brain injuries in US military: A teachable moment
Having some of our leaders label TBIs as less serious than other injuries runs the risk of deterring service members from seeking the treatment they need, says the author of this commentary.
By Sandra L. Shullman, Ph.D.
Esper says he personally briefed Trump on the seriousness of TBI after Iran attack, now at 64 cases
Defense Secretary Mark Esper says he told the president that TBI is serious.
50 service members diagnosed with TBI following Iran ballistic missile attack
The Pentagon said those figures could increase in the days ahead. Lt. Col. Thomas Campbell, a Pentagon spokesman, said 31 of the 50 diagnosed with TBI were treated in Iraq and returned to duty.
Advocates demand apology from Trump for troop concussion comments
Critics say the presidents remarks could discourage troops from reporting head injuries.
34 troops suffered traumatic brain injuries in Iranian rocket attack according to Pentagon update
Almost three dozen troops have been or are being treated for traumatic brain injury.
Iran war vote and top-secret brief scheduled in Congress, despite impeachment
Washington is taking action next week in the face of a possible war with Iran.
By Joe Gould