A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States and the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to enable veterans to access hyperbaric oxygen therapy for both traumatic brain injury and post-traumatic stress disorder.
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Overview
This resolution urges the U.S. Congress and the Department of Veterans Affairs to expand access to hyperbaric oxygen therapy for veterans. It recognizes that many veterans experience traumatic brain injury and post-traumatic stress disorder and that this therapy shows promise in treating these conditions. The resolution highlights existing barriers to access and references a proposed federal bill aimed at establishing a pilot program for this treatment.
Key provisions
- Urges the Congress of the United States to consider legislation expanding access to hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
- Requests the Department of Veterans Affairs to increase availability of hyperbaric oxygen therapy for veterans.
- Acknowledges the potential benefits of hyperbaric oxygen therapy for treating traumatic brain injury and post-traumatic stress disorder.
- References a proposed bill (H.R. 1336) for a pilot program.
- Recognizes the efforts of veteran organizations advocating for increased access.
Who is affected
- Veterans
- United States Congress
- United States Department of Veterans Affairs
Notable changes
- The resolution calls for increased access to a specific treatment (hyperbaric oxygen therapy) for a particular population (veterans).
- It references existing efforts to expand treatment options and a proposed legislative solution.
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