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Publication
March 1, 2017

Hyponatremia, Exertional

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This case definition was developed by the Armed Forces Health Surveillance Center (AFHSC) for the purpose of epidemiological surveillance of a condition important to military-associated populations. In the summer of 1997, Army training centers reported eight hospitalizations of soldiers for hyponatremia secondary to excessive water consumption during ...

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Feb. 1, 2017

Epilepsy

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Epilepsy is defined as a disorder of the brain characterized by an enduring predisposition to generate epileptic seizures without any immediate identified cause.

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Feb. 1, 2017

Noise-Induced Hearing Loss; Occupational

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This case definition was developed by the Armed Forces Health Surveillance Center (AFHSC) for the purpose of epidemiological surveillance of noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) caused by exposure to recreational and occupational noise.

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Feb. 1, 2017

Campylobacter

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Campylobacteriosis is an infectious disease caused by bacteria of the genus Campylobacter; C. jejuni, C. fetus, and C. coli are the three species most commonly associated with human disease. The bacteria are a common cause of gastroenteritis and the third leading cause of foodborne illness in the U.S. Most cases are associated with eating raw or ...

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Jan. 1, 2017

Migraine Headache

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Migraine is a neurovascular syndrome that is generally manifested as recurrent, severe headaches that can be debilitating.

Publication
Dec. 1, 2016

Cold Weather Injuries

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This case definition was developed by the Armed Forces Health Surveillance Center (AFHSC) for the purpose of epidemiological surveillance of conditions important to military-associated populations. Prolonged or intense exposures to cold can significantly impact the health, well-being, and operational effectiveness of service members and their units. ...

Publication
Dec. 1, 2016

Multiple Sclerosis

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Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease of the central nervous system. It is characterized by inflammation, demyelination, and axon degeneration resulting in impaired nerve conduction.

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Dec. 1, 2016

Tuberculosis

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Tuberculosis is a chronic bacterial infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, characterized pathologically by the formation of granulomas.

Publication
Nov. 1, 2016

Cruciate Ligament Injuries

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In the military, cruciate ligament injuries are occupational and recreational hazards, and can lead to a significant loss of workdays for those affected.

Publication
Nov. 1, 2016

Tendon Rupture

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Tendon ruptures are tears in the fibrous tissue that attaches muscle to bone. Studies have shown that spontaneous tendon ruptures have a disproportionately large impact on military operational effectiveness and the Military Health System.

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