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K Tillotson, LM Wentz, M Roy, CS Berry-Caban Abstract Background: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) has been shown to cause pituitary dysfunction, manifesting in low testosterone concentrations, and previous research suggests a link with vitamin D deficiency. Purpose: To compare testosterone and vitamin D concentrations in service members with and without a TBI, and to identify… Read more »
R Esmaeelzadeh, K Azizbeigi, S Atashak, F Dehghan, F Feizolahi, M A Azarbayjani, Z Khojasteh Abstract The present study aimed to investigate the short-term influence of garlic supplementation on oxidative stress markers following military physical activity among military women. Twenty women were randomly assigned to two groups of (1) placebo (control), and (2) garlic extract supplement… Read more »
R Lain, M Page Abstract Background: Dental records of HMAS Sydney II ( lost in 1941) were examined during previous research on the Unknown Sailor’s possible identity. The poor state of oral health was noted. Comparison with a modern-day cohort of crew from Sydney IV was considered a potentially useful analysis noting military population dental… Read more »
S O’Shea, R Pope, R Orr, K Freire Abstract Background: A growing female workforce within military forces internationally necessitates comprehensive consideration of this population’s unique health requirements within a wide range of military contexts. Pelvic floor health is a key area where support needs vary between sexes because of differences in pelvic anatomy and… Read more »
D Fried, M Rajan, C Tseng, D Helmer Background: While Veterans with 50%+ service connection are entitled to VA disability compensation and prioritised VA care, little is known about disability compensation and medical care expenditures/utilisation among Vietnam Era Veterans with 50%+ service connection. Methods: We analysed 836 917 Vietnam Era Veterans with service-connected disabilities in… Read more »
B O’Toole, S Catts Abstract Accurate recall of exposure to traumatic events is essential for diagnosis, treatment and compensation. However, in the context of military combat, reports of trauma exposure may not be stable over time. Increased reporting over repeated assessments has been associated with PTSD and its re-experiencing (B) symptoms. Other competing explanations emphasise… Read more »
N Westphalen Introduction This article follows previous papers by the author regarding occupational and environmental medicine in the ADF.1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8 These articles, as well as a recent Productivity Commission inquiry,9 indicate that high workplace illness and injury rates confirm the need to improve the management of hazards associated with ADF workplaces, with better emphasis on prevention…. Read more »
L Daly Introduction The Australian Army employs a range of specialist service officers (SSOs) and general service officers at junior level (Lieutenant or Captain) across four health corps and 12 trades. Currently, new Junior Health Officers (JHOs) are required to undertake a range of health and logistics training courses in addition to all-corps training. During… Read more »
R Mills Introduction This paper presents three 2019 cases of Royal Australian Navy (RAN) personnel with positive tests for urinary morphine attributable to poppy seed (PS) ingestion. All three cases occurred during a period of particularly potent culinary PS in Australia. Australia produces PS with high morphine content for medicinal purposes. Most culinary PS consumed… Read more »
Editorial Vaccines – The End Game? As we go to print, Australia is preparing to roll-out the first COVID-19 vaccines by late February 2021 to various priority groups, with a second vaccine to follow in March. While there are many questions still to be answered, including how long the protection will last, whether it prevents … Read more »
