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Pentagon temporarily rescinds guidance on testosterone screening for US troops

The Pentagon is temporarily rescinding recently published clinical guidance for a new mandatory testosterone-deficiency screening policy, Reuters reports.

By Idrees Ali, Reuters

12 days ago

Record-long deployments add new layer to sailors’ reenlistment decisions

“Not knowing what’s happening wears me down,” said a sailor assigned to the USS Abraham Lincoln who's reconsidering their reenlistment decision.

By Natalie Oliverio

3 weeks ago

Major VA study to examine effectiveness of psilocybin on depression, PTSD

The VA is launching a study on the safety and effectiveness of psilocybin — magic mushrooms — for treating major depressive disorder.

By Patricia Kime

6 weeks ago

Risk of developing ALS varies by service, study finds

Air Force, Coast Guard and Navy veterans had the highest rates of ALS diagnosis in an analysis of more than 14,400 cases.

By Patricia Kime

6 weeks ago

Navy asks private sector for help building temporary housing during renovations

The Navy is requesting assistance from industry partners to build temporary housing for sailors while it undergoes barracks renovations.

7 weeks ago

VA, HHS to increase psychedelic therapy research for PTSD, military-related mental health issues

The agreement could help accelerate research into the use of MDMA, magic mushrooms and other psychedelics to address PTSD and other mental conditions.

By Patricia Kime

2 months ago