Enhancing Soldier Health Through Cognitive Screening

Link: Fort Leonard Wood begins cognitive screenings to enhance Soldier health and readiness

What the Program Did:
The U.S. Army at Fort Leonard Wood launched a pilot program for routine cognitive screening using standardized neurocognitive assessments. These help track brain function over time, supporting injury detection, early intervention, and mission readiness.

Why It Matters:
Early cognitive screening—especially in high-risk populations like service members—can identify changes in attention, memory, or executive function before they cause problems.

Keywords: cognitive screening in the military, soldier brain health, Fort Leonard Wood neuropsychology

Patient Takeaway:
Regular brain health checkups aren’t just for those with symptoms. Baseline neuropsychological evaluations—like those now used in the military—can help monitor change, track recovery from concussion, and maintain mental performance under stress.