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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
The VA should consider hyperbaric oxygen as a worthwhile treatment for vets
We should explore every option to help end veterans’ suicide.
By Tommy Tuberville
‘Wicked Tuna’ honors wounded veterans
An episode of 'Wicked Tuna' featured veterans fishing for bluefin.
By Caitlin O'Brien
Her military career cut short inspires advocacy and nonprofit addressing epidemic facing veterans and first responders
After a military career cut short by trauma, this West Point graduate co-founded an organization to address the increasing suicide rates among first responders.
By Brandon Black
FDA approves Army-developed battlefield TBI blood test
The test detects two proteins present after TBI occurs.
By Todd South
This study is recruiting troops for mild TBI research
An MRI upgrade could make it easier for doctors to detect mild traumatic brain injuries with a scan.
Veteran suicide is a problem. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is a solution.
This congressman has introduced legislation to create a hyperbaric oxygen treatment pilot program for veterans with TBI and PTSD.
By Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D.
29 Purple Hearts approved for injuries sustained in Iran ballistic missile attack
In all, 80 Purple Heat packages were evaluated “individually” by a CJTF-OIR review board in accordance with Army and Air Force regulations.
By Shawn Snow
US installs new missile defense systems in Iraq following Iranian strikes
The military has been gradually moving the defensive systems into Iraq over the last few months.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
US keeping two carriers in Mideast, moving Patriot missile batteries into Iraq as Iran tensions mount
“I would caution Iran and its proxies from attempting a response that would endanger U.S. and coaltion forces,” McKenzie said. “We have the flexibility, the capability, and the will to respond to any threat.”
By Shawn Snow
109 US troops diagnosed with TBI after Iran missile barrage says Pentagon in latest update
The number reflects a more than 50 percent increase from Pentagon’s previous injury assessment, Reuters reports.
By Diana Stancy