Editorial

DECEPTION IN WAR AND PEACE Deception of an enemy force in conflict dates back millennia. In the lead up to the second Battle of El Alamein in October 1942, Lieutenant General Montgomery initiated a deception plan, Operation Bertram, to mislead the Axis forces on the time, place and direction of any future attacks. This involved… Read more »

In   Issue Volume 31 No. 1

Treatment at Point of Injury – A Proposal for an Enhanced Combat First Aider and Health Technician Skillset

Abstract Management of trauma in the future operating environment might be significantly different from the recent experience in the Middle East Region if it were to occur in the context of hostilities between coalition, including Australian forces and a near-peer or peer-level threat. Specifically, reliance on rotary-wing aeromedical evacuation may be compromised if air superiority… Read more »

By LTCOL Charles H.C. Pilgrim , A. P. Chandra and A Pearson In   Issue Volume 31 No. 1 Doi No https://doi-ds.org/doilink/03.2023-24814268/JMVH Vol 31 No 1

Permanent Medical Disqualification of Iranian Air Medical Transportation Pilots

Abstract Background: Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social wellbeing. Disability is defined as the effect of a disorder on a person’s physical, mental or social activities. Purpose: Determine the causes and diseases leading to early permanent medical disqualification of Iranian rotary and fixed-wing air medical transportation pilots from 1990 to 2020…. Read more »

By H Shahali and Ebrahim Hazrati In   Issue Volume 31 No. 1 Doi No https://doi-ds.org/doilink/03.2023-35379485/JMVH Vol 31 No 1

Toughening Up: Bullying in the British Army during the First World War

Abstract Hussar Trooper John Flood, Private C. Niblett and Private Jamie Benjafield are three British soldiers who had similar bullying experiences during their service in the British Army. All three men were antagonised by a fellow serviceman, were punished by the institution they served and felt aggrieved at their treatment. The only particular difference between… Read more »

By S Walker In   Issue Volume 31 No. 1 Doi No https://doi-ds.org/doilink/03.2023-43656364/JMVH Vol 31 No 1

Changing the Way We Treat Tinnitus

Abstract Tinnitus is among the top three most frequently accepted service-related conditions for Australian veterans. Veterans have described the effects of tinnitus as causing physical, emotional and social problems. In addition, many veterans with tinnitus, especially those with troublesome tinnitus, have other health conditions, such as hearing loss, insomnia, anxiety and depression. Research suggests tinnitus… Read more »

By Dr Russell Shute , Ms Natalie Blacker , Dr Mafalda Dias , Dr Oliver Frank and Professor Elizabeth Roughead In   Issue Volume 31 No. 1 Doi No https://doi-ds.org/doilink/03.2023-61369896/JMVH Vol 31 No 1

English Medieval Ships, Warfare and Medicine

Introduction Previous articles describe the development from prehistory to the end of the Viking period, of a cycle whereby increasing trade necessitated larger and more efficient ships to transport merchandise and better weapons to defend or attack them, both of which facilitated more trading opportunities. However, it was not until the mid-18th century that Western… Read more »

By N. Westphalen In   Issue Volume 31 No. 1 Doi No https://doi-ds.org/doilink/03.2023-46493216/JMVH Vol 31 No 1

The Impact of Military Combat Uniform on Injury Rate During Basic Military Training in Greek Naval Cadets

Introduction Musculoskeletal injuries are a common occurrence during the period of basic military training (BMT). During the BMT period, it is estimated that 25% of male and 50% of female trainees experience injuries. In a review of Army basic training, injury risk-factor studies showed that increased age, smoking history and prior sedentary lifestyle among male… Read more »

By A. Vantarakis , S. Kalligeros , D. Cheimaras and K. Karakatsanis In   Issue Volume 31 No. 1 Doi No https://doi-ds.org/doilink/03.2023-74116912/JMVH Vol 31 No 1

U.S. Blue Water Navy Veterans of the Vietnam War: Comparisons from the Vietnam Era Health Retrospective Observational Study (VE-HEROeS)

Abstract Background: US Vietnam War Blue Water Navy veterans (BWN) conducted military operations on Vietnam’s offshore waters and likely experienced various war-related exposures. The overall health of the BWN has never been systematically studied. Purpose: Describe and compare BWN’s health with other servicemembers and non-veterans of the Vietnam era. Materials and methods: Survey of 45… Read more »

By V Davey , F. Z. Akhtar , Y. Cypel , W. J. Culpepper , E. K. Ishii , S. W. Morley and A Schneiderman In   Issue Volume 31 No. 1 Doi No https://doi-ds.org/doilink/03.2023-79763321/JMVH Vol 31 No 1

War-Related Dysentery Epidemics in the Australian Army

Dysentery (blood and pus in faeces) has been an epidemic disease in armies throughout history. The Australian Imperial Force (AIF) encountered epidemic dysentery in both Gallipoli in 1915 and Palestine in 1918. During World War II, dysentery epidemics were a military problem in Queensland and Northern Territory. A massive dysentery epidemic involving AIF soldiers, Japanese… Read more »

By G. D. Shanks In   Issue Volume 31 No. 1 Doi No https://doi-ds.org/doilink/03.2023-58866571/JMVH Vol 31 No 1

A comparison of 20mSRT scores and time loss due to injury for the first six months of training at Australian Defence Force Academy from 1999 to 2000

This study investigated the relationship between initial 20 metre shuttle run test (20mSRT) and time loss due to injury. We found an association between low 20mSRT scores, as conducted on arrival at ADFA, and subsequent risk of time loss due to injury, though the sample size studied was small. Fitness, as measured by 20mSRT, may… Read more »

By R Lewin and R Mallet In   Issue Volume 9 No. 3 Doi No https://doi-ds.org/doilink/03.2023-58337386/JMVH Vol 9 No 3

Abstract from the Literature

Jortani SA, Snyder JW, Valdes JR. The role of the clinical laboratory in managing chemical or biological terrorism. CHn Chern 2000 Dec; 46(12): 1883-93. Background: Domestic and international acts of terrorism using chemicals and pathogens as weapons have recently attracted much attention because of several hoaxes and real incidents. Clinical laboratories, especially those affiliated with… Read more »

By Andy Robertson In   Issue Volume 9 No. 3

Abstract from the Literature

Bovard RS. Injuries to avian researchers at Palmer Station, Antarctica from penguins, giant petrels and skuas. Wild Environ Med 2000, 11, 94-98. This paper describes 5 cases of injury to seabird researchers between 1996 and 1999 at Palmer Station, Antarctica. The injuries were inflicted by three seabird species: the Adelie penguin (Pygoscelis adeliae); the southern… Read more »

By James Ross In   Issue Volume 9 No. 3

Australian Military Medicine Association – 9th Annual Conference – Hobart 2000

The Australian Military Medicine Association held its most successful conference ever at the Hotel Grand Chancellor in Hobart from the 20th to 22nd of October 2000. About 120 delegates attended and were privileged to hear some 30 high-quality papers read and join in a number of extra-Conference activities. The conference was opened at Anglesea Barracks… Read more »

By R.B. Schedlich In   Issue Volume 9 No. 3 Doi No https://doi-ds.org/doilink/06.2023-28343479/JMVH Vol 9 No 3

AMMA Awards and Grants

For the first year, the Association’s new awards and grants system was implemented. The following awards and grants were announced at the 2000 Conference. Weary Dunlop Award The Weary Dunlop Award, named after our first life member, is awarded to the best original paper presented at the Annual Conference and is worth $500. The Conference… Read more »

In   Issue Volume 9 No. 3

Asthma in the military. An evaluation of asthma morbidity and the standard of care at an Australian Defence Force establishment

The 6 RAAF Hospital Morbidity Study (1993-94).1 was designed to document the morbidity of a population of service personnel by analysing the presenting problems of 1,807 consecutive consultations. The study generated some interest in morbidity in the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and it was decided to ascertain the impact of a common medical problem on… Read more »

By Quail G In   Issue Volume 9 No. 3 Doi No https://doi-ds.org/doilink/03.2023-14337884/JMVH Vol 9 No 3

Australia’s First Military Anaesthetist

Abstract Military anaesthesia is a key specialty in the Australian Defence Force of the twenty-first century. Currently, some sixty Service anaesthetists, all Reservists within the three Services, form the craft cadre from which all volunteers are drawn for overseas operational deployments. This tradition of volunteer service commenced with the commissioning of Lieutenant John Henry Hill… Read more »

By J.H. Pearn In   Issue Volume 9 No. 3 Doi No https://doi-ds.org/doilink/03.2023-81532374/JMVH Vol 9 No 3

Defence Health, Outreach Health and the legacy of St Luke, the physician

“Take care of him, and whatsoever more thou spend, …I will repay thee” The Parable of the Good Samaritan St. Luke 10:35 Australians are privileged to live in one of the freest, richest, safest and healthiest nations on earth. The common indices of health – such as infant mortality rates and life expectancy – place… Read more »

By J.H. Pearn In   Issue Volume 9 No. 3 Doi No https://doi-ds.org/doilink/03.2023-41718864/JMVH Vol 9 No 3

Editorial – December …

December is always an interesting time to consider what progress has been made in the year past. We have seen, once again, the Australian Defence Force heavily committed in our regional area, in East Timor and Bougainville; at home, with over 5,000 troops involved in ensuring Australia had a safe and unforgettable Olympic Games; and… Read more »

By Andy Robertson In   Issue Volume 9 No. 3

Health and the Aging Terrorist

Introduction In discussion of terrorism to date, little attention has been accorded to the long¬ term health of terrorists. “Who cares?” you might say. We may not be concerned about the health of terrorists from a caring point of view, but poor health could affect terrorists’ effectiveness, ability to make rational decisions, vulnerability to arrest…. Read more »

By C. Williams In   Issue Volume 9 No. 3 Doi No https://doi-ds.org/doilink/03.2023-37414171/JMVH Vol 9 No 3

Obituary – Major John Bowen, RAAMC

“It is with great sadness that we must record the passing of Major John Bowen, who died suddenly after recent surgery. John had only recently retired from the regular army after 20 years of service and was looking forward to a new career and life with his wife Mary. John was first appointed as a… Read more »

By Glen Farrow In   Issue Volume 9 No. 3 Doi No https://doi-ds.org/doilink/03.2023-77655275/JMVH Vol 9 No 3