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Soldiers with brain trauma denied Purple Hearts
The U.S. Army honors soldiers wounded or killed in combat with the Purple Heart, a powerful symbol designed to recognize their sacrifice and service. Yet Army commanders have routinely denied Purple Hearts to soldiers who have sustained concussions in Iraq, despite regulations that make such wounds eligible for the medal, an investigation by NPR and ProPublica has found.
Teague vows probe on brain-injured soldiers
New Mexico Rep. Harry Teague has signaled he will demand a GAO investigation on lacking treatment of soldiers with traumatic brain injuries at Ft. Bliss.
Military fails brain injured soldiers
Study finds 40 percent of Fort Carson troops have undiagnosed traumatic brain injuries.
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