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Explosives expert Matt says he and his team were regularly exposed to dozens of high-impact blast waves every day during their training - and the consequences have been devastating.
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*Synopsis | The Blast Wave (2024)*
We ask a lot of our military personnel. If needed, we expect them to make the ultimate sacrifice. In return they deserve to be provided with as much protection as possible. But as Nick McKenzie reports, Australia is failing its front-line fighters. Many troops who fire or come into close contact with heavy weapons and explosives are developing serious brain injuries. By just doing their jobs they are being exposed to repeated high-impact blast waves. And it’s not only happening on the battlefield, it’s also occurring during their training. Worryingly however, keeping our soldiers safe does not seem to be a high priority for defence leadership.
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Explosives expert Matt says he and his team were regularly exposed to dozens of high-impact blast waves every day during their training - and the consequences have been devastating.
If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available 24/7.
Lifeline: Call 13 11 14, text 0477 13 11 14 or visit lifeline.org.au.
Beyond Blue: Call 1300 22 4636 or visit beyondblue.org.au.
1800RESPECT: Call 1800 737 732, text 0458 737 732 or visit 1800respect.org.au.
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*Synopsis | The Blast Wave (2024)*
We ask a lot of our military personnel. If needed, we expect them to make the ultimate sacrifice. In return they deserve to be provided with as much protection as possible. But as Nick McKenzie reports, Australia is failing its front-line fighters. Many troops who fire or come into close contact with heavy weapons and explosives are developing serious brain injuries. By just doing their jobs they are being exposed to repeated high-impact blast waves. And it’s not only happening on the battlefield, it’s also occurring during their training. Worryingly however, keeping our soldiers safe does not seem to be a high priority for defence leadership.
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