Necessity Of Medical Personnel On The Advance Party

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Necessity Of Medical Personnel On The Advance Party
Horsley GW, Wilson K 8(2). 48
Publication Type: Journal Article

Abstract:
Often when a unit sends an advanced echelon party forward, medical and preventive medicine personnel are not included. Medical planners make plans based upon their best estimates. Any opportunity for the medical personnel to gain ground truth prior to the deployment of the main body is an opportunity that should be taken. This article tries to reinforce this by providing a personal example. It also provides examples of effective preventive measures taken to decrease exposure to the filth fly.

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