and also that the variations over time be kept in mind. For example, the data for the 20-24 years male cohort has a variation from 20.2 (2003) to 28.0 (1994).
To also make it clear, I don't dispute that in-theatre vets (vs. out-of-theatre vets) have higher risk factors, especially in the earlier years after discharge; though my beliefs in that regard are very much influenced by anecdotal evidence (my dad, WWII combat in an assault rifle company). We just shouldn't get carried away with how "high" those risk factors are.
Regards
Mike
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