Military Matters: 2010-08-15

Monday, August 16, 2010

Adult asthmatics at increased risk for pneumococcal infection

"Study results show that adult asthmatics of working age are at significantly greater risk for invasive pneumococcal infection (IPI) than the general population."

Read more: MedWire News - Respiratory - Adult asthmatics at increased risk for pneumococcal infection:

Hundreds of soldiers with PTSD incorrectly dismissed - USATODAY.com

"At the height of the Iraq war, the Army routinely fired hundreds of soldiers for having a personality disorder when they were more likely suffering from the traumatic stresses of war, discharge data suggest."

HEIRS Military Matters

On this blog, I/we discuss health and related issues of those that have served our country in the different branches of the military. I/We focus on health issues mostly because many environmental diseases occur at high rates in those that have served. Out of respect for all those who serve or have served, it is not meant to be confused with a blog that represents the thoughts and ideals of military personnel or any branch thereof. It is a place that anyone can talk about their experiences about illnesses related to their service or the service of a loved one and will be closely monitored to prevent any disrespectful remarks and is meant only to be used as an educational tool.