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Army experts: Mixed messages can fuel stigma, prevent …

(3 days ago) WebThe U.S. Army Public Health Center focuses on promoting healthy people, communities, animals, and workplaces through the prevention of disease, injury, and disability of Soldiers, retirees, family

https://www.army.mil/article/262525/army_experts_mixed_messages_can_fuel_stigma_prevent_soldiers_from_accessing_behavioral_healthcare

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Reducing the stigma and encouraging mental health care …

(4 days ago) Web5/18/2021 By: Claudia Sanchez Bustamante. In the military, the stigma of mental health is grounded in the cultural misperception that a service member must have "zero defects" to be mission ready. While the …

https://health.mil/News/Articles/2021/05/18/Reducing-the-stigma-and-encouraging-mental-health-care-in-the-military

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A General Fights to Illuminate Mental Health Issues in …

(4 days ago) WebMarch 19, 2022. WASHINGTON — Maj. Gen. Ernest Litynski has received numerous awards and decorations during his nearly three decades in the Army. But he is best known among soldiers and his

https://www.nytimes.com/2022/03/19/us/politics/military-mental-health.html

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In-Theater Mental Health Disorders Among U.S. Soldiers …

(9 days ago) WebMental health is a significant concern within the U.S. military, and service members are at substantial risk for developing an array of mental health conditions …

https://health.mil/News/Articles/2022/11/01/Mental-Health-MSMR?type=Fact+Sheets

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DOD watchdog report warns of issues across military health care …

(1 days ago) WebEmail [email protected] to share your thoughts. A new Defense Department watchdog report raises troubling red flags about the state of military health …

https://www.militarytimes.com/news/your-military/2023/12/07/dod-watchdog-report-warns-of-issues-across-military-health-care-system/

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Department of Defense Releases Annual Report on Suicide in the …

(2 days ago) WebThe DOD released its Annual Report on Suicide in the Military: Calendar Year (CY) 2022, providing annual suicide data of service members and their dependents, …

https://www.defense.gov/News/Releases/Release/Article/3569734/department-of-defense-releases-annual-report-on-suicide-in-the-military-calenda/

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Staff Shortages and Burnout Topped Challenges for Military …

(Just Now) WebDelays in care related to COVID-19 and issues with transfers to civilian or other military health facilities led to at least one patient death, the DoD's top watchdog …

https://www.military.com/daily-news/2022/04/07/staff-shortages-and-burnout-topped-challenges-military-hospitals-pandemic-watchdog-finds.html

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Army says fitness plan cut injuries and drug use, aids mental health

(8 days ago) Web20% lower increase in behavioral health reports lasing more than 90 days = 3,002 fewer soldiers on behavioral health profiles greater than 90 days. 502% lower …

https://www.armytimes.com/news/your-army/2024/04/30/army-fitness-plan-cuts-injuries-and-drug-use-boosts-mental-health/

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U.S. military aims to address mental health as suicides rise

(6 days ago) WebLast year the Army issued fresh guidelines to its commanders on how to handle mental health issues in the ranks, complete with briefing slides and a script. But …

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/as-suicides-rise-u-s-military-seeks-to-address-mental-health

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Military Health and Health Care RAND

(4 days ago) WebCombining its expertise in health and defense policy, RAND examines policy issues surrounding military medical care needs and the systems intended to meet …

https://www.rand.org/topics/military-health-and-health-care.html

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DoD Confirms: Rare Heart Inflammation Cases Linked to COVID-19 …

(9 days ago) WebMilitary.com By Patricia Kime. Published June 30, 2021. A new study of U.S. service members found higher than expected rates of heart inflammation following …

https://www.military.com/daily-news/2021/06/30/dod-confirms-rare-heart-inflammation-cases-linked-covid-19-vaccines.html

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Mental Health in the U.S. Military: Where Are We Now? - Psych …

(9 days ago) WebSuicide is a public health issue and a leading cause of death in the United States, particularly among veterans of war. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs …

https://psychcentral.com/ptsd/mental-health-in-the-military

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Military Health System Stabilization: Rebuilding Health Care …

(5 days ago) WebRarely have issues in the MHS become so front-and-center. Recognizing the lasting impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and reorganization, the undersecretary of …

https://www.defense.gov/News/News-Stories/Article/Article/3652092/military-health-system-stabilization-rebuilding-health-care-access-is-critical/

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A LEADER’S GUIDE TO SOLDIER HEALTH AND FITNESS

(4 days ago) Webassistance with behavioral health issues, mild traumatic brain injury, and suicide or life-threatening thoughts. Continuous operations health issues are discussed to minimize …

https://media.defense.gov/2023/Jul/26/2003268435/-1/-1/1/LEADERS-GUIDE-TO-SOLDIER-HEALTH-AND-FITNESS.PDF

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MHS GENESIS Patient Portal Health.mil

(8 days ago) WebMay 17, 2024 Department of Defense, Veterans Affairs Join Forces to Improve Health Care access for Florida Veterans If you are in your Patient Portal, and having issues, …

https://health.mil/Military-Health-Topics/Technology/MHS-GENESIS/Frequently-Asked-Questions/MHS-GENESIS-Patient-Portal

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In military medicine, study shows rank and race affect care

(7 days ago) WebSchwab, a retired Army Lt. Col. who formerly worked as a chief financial officer at a military hospital, said discussions with health providers revealed that providing …

https://www.statnews.com/2024/05/16/military-medicine-rank-race-healthcare-disparities/

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What military doctors can teach us about power in the United …

(6 days ago) WebMay 16, 2024 11 AM PT. Power is invisible, but its effects can be seen everywhere — especially in the health records of active-duty military personnel. By …

https://www.latimes.com/science/story/2024-05-16/what-military-doctors-can-teach-us-about-power-in-the-united-states

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Sexual assaults are down in the US military. Here's what to know …

(4 days ago) WebAll of the military services saw decreases. The number of sexual assaults reported in the Army decreased from 3,718 in 2022 to 3,507 last year, while the Navy …

https://apnews.com/article/sexual-assault-reports-us-military-academies-1db318acce38e6294c1f1f095ae3797f

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Marines Suffer Most Cases of 2 Life-Threatening Conditions …

(9 days ago) WebIn the same issue of the Medical Surveillance Monthly Report as the studies on rhabdo and hyponatremia, Armed Forces Health Surveillance Division researchers said …

https://www.military.com/daily-news/2024/05/14/marines-suffer-most-cases-of-2-life-threatening-conditions-related-exercise-and-heat-report-finds.html

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Children's hospitals take fight over military payments to Congress

(6 days ago) WebA change in how the military pays for care at civilian children's hospitals may cause significant health care access problems, advocates warn.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/other/childrens-hospitals-take-fight-over-military-payments-to-congress/ar-BB1mzznQ

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Army will present Purple Heart to veteran 73 years after he

(2 days ago) WebPAUL, Minn. (AP) — After 73 years and a long fight with the U.S. Army, a Korean War veteran from Minnesota who was wounded in combat was set to finally get …

https://www.wect.com/2024/05/17/army-will-present-purple-heart-veteran-73-years-after-he-was-wounded-korean-war/

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Ultra-processed foods raise the risk of serious health issues

(5 days ago) WebA new comprehensive study published in the British Medical Journal found people who ate more ultra-processed foods had a higher risk of developing 32 different …

https://www.news4jax.com/health/2024/05/20/ultra-processed-foods-raise-the-risk-of-serious-health-issues/

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