Edith Nourse Rogers: A Pioneer for Women, Military Veterans, and US Medical Education

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Edith Nourse Rogers: A Pioneer for Women, Military Veterans, and US Medical Education
Bellaire CP, Ditzel RM, Meade ZS, Love ZD, Appel JM 22(3). 62
Publication Type: Journal Article (Feature Articles)

Abstract:
This year is the 80th anniversary of the Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps. The passage of this seminal legislation – sponsored by Edith Nourse Rogers – formalized the role of women in the US military and compensated them for their service and in the event of injury or illness. Rogers was a pioneer in her own right. A trailblazer for women and a staunch advocate for military veterans’ healthcare, Rogers was forged by her wartime experiences. The authors describe Rogers’ contributions as a congresswoman during World War II and during her 35 years of public service in the House of Representatives. Congresswoman Rogers was foundational to the modern US healthcare system.

Keywords: veterans; military personnel; military medicine; school admission criteria; schools, medical; education, medical; women
PMID: 35661983

DOI: 10.55460/TE5I-GJWB