Historically in a major conflicts where the us has been involved percent of all hospital admissions have from combat injuries while non battle and disease?

In major conflicts involving the United States, the percentage of hospital admissions from combat injuries and non-battle illnesses and injuries has varied. Some examples include:

1. World War I (1917-1918): In the United States, approximately 20% of hospital admissions were due to combat injuries, while the majority (80%) were due to non-battle causes such as disease, accidents, and other illnesses.

2. World War II (1941-1945): During World War II, roughly 30% of hospital admissions were attributed to combat injuries, with the remaining 70% resulting from non-combat factors.

3. Korean War (1950-1953): In the Korean War, approximately 25% of hospital admissions were related to combat injuries, with 75% being non-combat related.

4. Vietnam War (1965-1975): In the Vietnam War, it is estimated that around 20-25% of hospital admissions were due to combat injuries, while 75-80% were due to non-combat causes such as infections, environmental conditions, and accidents.

5. Gulf War (1990-1991): During the Gulf War, the proportion of hospital admissions from combat injuries was relatively low, with estimates ranging from 10% to 15%, while non-combat causes accounted for the majority.

6. Operation Iraqi Freedom (2003-2011): In Operation Iraqi Freedom, the percentage of hospital admissions resulting from combat injuries was approximately 15-20%, with non-combat factors contributing to the remaining admissions.

7. Operation Enduring Freedom (2001-2021): In Operation Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan), it is estimated that around 20% of hospital admissions were related to combat injuries, while the majority (80%) were due to non-combat causes.

It's important to note that these percentages can vary depending on the specific conflict, the medical capabilities available, and the nature of the combat operations involved.

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