Vietnam War Medicine

Vietnam War medicine advanced rapidly due to urgent needs, focusing on treating battlefield injuries and preventing infections. Medical teams used helicopters for quick evacuation, improving survival rates. They developed better antibiotics, including penicillin and sulfa drugs, and improved wound care techniques. Innovations included the use of Mobile Army Surgical Hospitals (MASH) units, which provided rapid surgical treatment close to combat zones. Despite these advances, many soldiers faced challenges like tropical diseases, chemical exposure (e.g., Agent Orange), and limited resources. Overall, Vietnam War medicine laid groundwork for modern trauma care, emergency medicine, and military medical practices.