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Senators press Pentagon for answers on the effects of blast exposure on troops

Three senators are asking the Pentagon to explain how it is protecting service members from brain injuries caused by blast waves from firing weapons.

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UVA study examines effects of repeated blasts on service members' brain health

Service members involved with special warfare that were repeatedly exposed to blasts show increased inflammation and structural damage to their brains, potentially increasing the risk of long-term, brain-related disease, according

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Military will continue to focus on brain health and injuries in 2023

Military will continue to focus on brain health and injuries in 2023
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UVA study examines effects of repeated blasts on service members' brain health

Service members involved with special warfare that were repeatedly exposed to blasts show increased inflammation and structural damage to their brains, potentially increasing the risk of long-term, brain-related disease, according

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Defense Department Taking Action With Warfighter Brain Health Initiative

Defense Department Taking Action With Warfighter Brain Health Initiative
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Army's Blast Safety Limit May Miss Risks From Powerful Weapons Like Tanks

Researchers say troops’ brains may be injured by blasts from firing M1 Abrams tank guns and other weapons, even if they measure below the Pentagon’s ceiling for safe exposure.

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The Army said tank blasts don't harm troops. His case raises doubts.

The Army said tank blasts don't harm troops. His case raises doubts.
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U.S. Troops Still Train on Weapons With Known Risk of Brain Injury

Pentagon researchers say weapons like shoulder-fired rockets expose troops who fire them to blast waves far above safety limits, but they remain in wide use.

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