A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States to expand post-traumatic stress disorder treatment for veterans and service members by authorizing stellate ganglion block therapy through passage of H.R. 1947, the Treatment and Relief through Emerging and Accessible Therapy for PTSD Act.
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- Passed House
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Overview
This resolution urges the United States Congress to pass H.R. 1947, the Treatment and Relief through Emerging and Accessible Therapy for PTSD Act, which would authorize stellate ganglion block (SGB) therapy as a treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) for veterans and service members. SGB is a proven, low-risk procedure that can alleviate common PTSD symptoms, and the resolution highlights the significant number of veterans struggling with PTSD and the associated risk of suicide.
Key provisions
- Urges Congress to pass H.R. 1947, the Treatment and Relief through Emerging and Accessible Therapy for PTSD Act.
- Specifically calls for the authorization of stellate ganglion block (SGB) therapy.
- Identifies veterans and service members with PTSD as the target population.
- References the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the United States Department of Defense.
- Acknowledges the prevalence of PTSD among veterans, citing various conflicts and eras.
- Highlights the limited effectiveness of current PTSD treatments.
- Connects untreated PTSD to increased suicide risk.
- Lists supporting organizations including the Pennsylvania National Guard Associations, the American Legion, and behavioral health clinicians.
Who is affected
- Veterans
- Service Members
- Individuals with PTSD
- Department of Veterans Affairs
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