A recent inquiry into the illnesses suffered by British Gulf War veterans draws a direct link between their service and their ill health. But some scientists and government officials believe the argument still lacks proof. News@nature.com takes a look at the debate.
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Khamsi, R. Does Gulf War syndrome exist?. Nature (2004). https://doi.org/10.1038/news041115-14
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1038/news041115-14