VA introduces new electronic health records system to four additional sites
The VA continues to adopt a new electronic medical record system, rolling it out to hospitals in Ohio and Kentucky on Saturday.
By Patricia Kime
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Lawmakers move to require chaperones for ‘sensitive’ appointments in military health system
Under the provision, a trained third party would have to be present for exams conducted by obstetrician-gynecologists at military treatment facilities.
By Patricia Kime
DARPA launches search for robot medics to treat battlefield casualties
DARPA envisions a future where "medicbots" link up to drag wounded personnel to safety, inject lifesaving drugs and form splits around broken limbs.
By Michael Peck
The Pentagon wants to improve medical care for wounded military dogs
Efforts include better assessment of canine traumatic brain injury and even finding common medical treatments for both humans and dogs.
By Michael Peck
Charges grow against Army OB-GYN as victim count rises to nearly 100
An Army gynecologist in Texas accused of sexually abusing patients is now facing mounting allegations involving nearly 100 victims.
By Eve Sampson
Military moves to issue medical disqualifications earlier in the recruitment process
The military will prescreen prospective recruits for 28 medical conditions that are highly unlikely to receive enlistment waivers.
By Tanya Noury