Insurgent Urgency: TBI On Track For 14th Indication

Now the hyperbaric pressure is on. Before we set aside this critically important topic for a very short while, check out more major coverage in today's New York Times on the increasing proliferation and sophistication of improvised explosive devices (IEDs) planted by Afghan insurgents. Congressman Pete Sessions (TX) reiterates the aim of his legislation here.

Why Congressional Action Is So Timely

The Atlantic today reminds us that soldiers in Afghanistan face a mounting risk of injury from improvised explosive devices. Indeed there'll be no end to IEDs anytime soon. All the more reason for swift action on Pete Sessions's VA initiative. Have another look at that Brain Storm film, while you're at it, and some choice Congressional testimony on this vital matter.

Congress Looking Into More HBOT In VA Hospitals

Today the US House of Representatives unanimously passed a bill by written by Texas congressman Pete Sessions to recognize and report the results and planned expansion of hyperbaric oxygen therapy in Veterans Affairs facilities.

Thousands of our brave servicemen and women are returning from combat with severe limb injuries, Traumatic Brain Injuries and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders, resulting in an inability to hold a job, properly care for their families, or, in some cases, overcome suicidal tendencies,” stated Sessions. “As a nation, we have the responsibility for their care and recovery, and I am particularly encouraged with the potential of expanding hyperbaric therapy to treat brain-injured soldiers suffering from TBI and PTSD.”

Read the entire press release here. Special thanks and congratulations to the International Hyperbaric Medical Association for so tirelessly lobbying for this encouraging legislative action.