Midlands Blue Star Mothers Hosting PTSD, TBI and Suicide Prevention Panel Discussion

Nearly 2,000,000 men and women have served in Iraq and Afghanistan in the last 9 years.
40% have served at least 2 tours, while 300,000 have served up to 5 tours.
1 in 5 new veterans experience symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
19% of Iraq and Afghanistan veterans have experienced a Traumatic Brain Injury.
Last year, we lost more troops to suicide than we did on the battlefields.
In SC in 2009, there were 74 reported suicide attempts among veterans and 16 completions.
LESS THAN HALF OF THOSE SUFFERING PSYCHOLOGICAL AND NEUROLOGICAL INJURIES ARE RECEIVING SUFFICIENT TREATMENT.

Because we all encounter, many times unaware, those experiencing PTSD and other combat related issues we believe it is vital to the wellbeing of our veterans that everyone know what to look for, how to react and what help is available for our veterans.

On Thursday, September 23rd, the Midlands Chapter of Blue Star Mothers will be hosting an informational panel discussion addressing Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Traumatic Brain Injury and Suicide Prevention.

Topic experts from Hidden Wounds, the Dorn VA Hospital and other veterans’ organizations will be on-hand to discuss the signs and symptoms of these silent killers and how you can help those you encounter who may be dealing with these symptoms. We invite everyone concerned with the wellbeing of our returning warriors to attend.

What: PTSD, TBI, Suicide Prevention Panel Discussion
When: Thursday, September 23rd at 6:30pm
Where: VFW Post 8738 - 424 Cedarcrest Drive, Lexington, SC 29073

For more information, please email info@bluestarmotherssc.com
Light refreshments will be served.