Rep. Perry Introduces the TREAT PTSD VA Act to Offer Nerve Block Treatment for Veterans
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Veterans with PTSD would gain access to a new treatment option through the VA. Stellate ganglion block is an emerging therapy that targets nerves in the neck and has shown promise in reducing PTSD symptoms like anxiety and hyperarousal. By making this treatment available at VA facilities and through community care providers, the bill expands the toolkit for veterans struggling with PTSD, which affects an estimated 10-20% of veterans who served in recent conflicts.
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Introduced in House
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
TREAT PTSD VA Act
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