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National Immunization Awareness Month

Posted on August 20, 2012 by jtozer

August is typically recognized as National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM). With back to school coming up, and influenza season being only a few months away, it’s a great reminder to our nation that people of all ages require timely immunization …
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The Therapeutic Value of Adaptive Sports

Posted on August 20, 2012 by jtozer

Like so many Americans, my eyes have been glued to the television this week as Team USA has made a run for Gold-medal dominance in the 2012 London Olympics. But as a Veteran and an amputee, I’m also looking forward …
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Critical Care For Heroes

Posted on August 16, 2012 by jtozer

The state-of-the-art Craig Joint Theater Hospital at Bagram Airfield is widely recognized as the premier medical facility in Afghanistan. CJTH treats about 4,000 patients each month – as many as 130 war-related injuries each day – yet more than 95 …
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Real Warriors: Caregivers

Posted on August 14, 2012 by jtozer

Whether at home or deployed, caregivers often cope with their own stress as well as the stress of others. In this PSA, caregivers discuss how seeking care for themselves allowed them to offer support to others experiencing psychological health concerns. …
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Medical Monday: Combat Medics In Afghanistan

Posted on August 13, 2012 by jtozer

The Contingency Aeromedical Staging Facility is responsible for transporting wounded service members from the Craig Joint Theater hospital at Bagram Airfield to awaiting medevac aircraft. The program is run by medical technicians, but it relies on of volunteers to help …
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