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Suicide Prevention Funding
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Memorial Day 2022: Suicide Prevention Funding

Robert Beckman 77 Views, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , 3 min read
The US Dept. of Veterans Affairs has launched open submissions for Mission Daybreak, a $20 million grand challenge to reduce Veteran suicides. Phase 1 calls on innovators to develop suicide prevention solutions that meet the diverse needs of Veterans. Read more
Dr Harch Systematic Review: Improving mTbi/Persistent Post Concussion Syndrome
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Press Release: Dr Harch Review mTBI/PPCS

Robert Beckman 238 Views, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , 2 min read
In multiple randomized and randomized controlled studies, HBOT at 1.5 ATA oxygen demonstrated statistically significant symptomatic and cognitive or cognitive improvements alone in patients with mild traumatic brain injury Persistent Post-concussion Syndrome. . . . Improvements were greater when patients had comorbid Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. . . Read more
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Dr Joe Maroon Receives Award from NFL Physicians Society

Robert Beckman 79 Views, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , 3 min read
The NFL Physicians Society (NFLPS) awarded the Arthur C. Rettig Award for Academic Excellence to Joseph C. Maroon, MD, neurosurgeon for the Pittsburgh Steelers for 38 years. His research was presented at the NFLPS scientific meeting during the 2022 NFL Scouting Combine in a presentation, “The Use of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Treatment (HBOT) for Post-Concussion Syndrome, PTSD and Physical Performance Enhancement.” The prestigious award is given annually to an NFL team physician for academic excellence in research in advancing the health and safety of players in the NFL. Read more
Concussions and Mental Health in Youth
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Concussions and Mental Health in Youth

Robert Beckman 75 Views, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , 3 min read
As this study from Canada shows, Concussions can lead to mental health problems in youth. It has clear from years that untreated brain wounds cause disruptions in health: mental, physical, emotional, behavioral, etc. Parents and Students do not have to sit idly by, hoping that time will “heal” the wound. Read more
Diabetic Foot Ulcers
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SEEKING VETERANS WITH DIABETIC FOOT ULCERS (DFUs) WHO HAVE BEEN TREATED IN THE PAST OR ARE CURRENTLY RECEIVING OR SEEKING TREATMENT

Robert Beckman 109 Views, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , 3 min read
If you are a Veteran diagnosed with a Diabetic Foot Ulcer (DFU) or had an amputation resulting from diabetes, we Read more
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New Israeli Study: Hyperbaric Oxygenation Can Dramatically Reduce PTSD Symptoms

Robert Beckman 162 Views, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , 3 min read
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy improves symptoms, brain’s microstructure and functionality in veterans with treatment resistant post-traumatic stress disorder: A prospective, randomized, controlled trial Read more
The moderator was former Army Captain Greg Washington who fought in Afghanistan and Iraq. (7News)
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Conference addresses why so many veterans are dying by suicide, how to save them

Robert Beckman 51 Views, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , 3 min read
At a conference, in person and virtual, the question why do so many veterans are dying by suicide and what more can be done to abate the problem. Dr Robert Beckman of the organization TreatNOW argues that a lot of mental illness that leads to suicide is the result of physical maladies inside the brain that could have been cured. He calls for Hyperbaric oxygenation of the brain, essentially, flushing the brain with oxygen to clear and heal potentially wounded areas. Read more
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DR. Joe Maroon on HBOT for Anti-Aging

Robert Beckman 128 Views, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , 1 min read

Dr. Joe Maroon, Pittsburgh Steelers team neurosurgeon, triathlete, IMPACT entrepreneur, Concussion expert, researcher, author, and now patient, he has now written of his new adventure, his participation in HBOT-for-anti-aging treatment at Florida’s Aviv Hyperbaric Clinic.

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VETERAN SUICIDE PREVENTION AND BRAIN-WOUND HEALING: 2021 UPDATE

Robert Beckman 106 Views, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , 7 min read
TreatNOW Coalition efforts have a central message: DoD and the VA should immediately treat brain-wounded Warriors with Hyperbaric Oxygenation and other proven alternative therapies to stop the suicide and opioid overdose epidemics and bolster readiness imperiled by mental health problems. Read more
REMEMBER: SUICIDE PREVENTION INVOLVES BRAIN WOUND HEALING
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REMEMBER: SUICIDE PREVENTION INVOLVES BRAIN WOUND HEALING

Robert Beckman 74 Views, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , 4 min read

Suicide is like that: in an instant, it’s too late. Daily we’re at the 11th hour for too many veterans. But the sense of urgency on the part of the US Government is woeful. Even Congress has passed laws demanding ACTION to end the suicide epidemic, but one waits in vain for ACTION. Lest we forget: the suicide and opioid overdose rates among service members are at Epidemic proportions.

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