Occupational health screening during Gurkha Central Selection: a retrospective cohort study.
Andrew Ka Ho WongM PatonP DalbahadurA M WilliamsF SemakulaC SweeneyM SmithI T ParsonsPublished in: BMJ military health (2024)
Selection to the Gurkhas is extremely competitive. These data demonstrate that, overall, reasons for medical deferral or unsuitability have remained constant despite the impact of a global pandemic. These data reinforce the central tenant of Gurkha selection; that it continues to be free, fair, and transparent.