Mild traumatic brain injuries have been called one of the signature wounds of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. But experts say the military medical system is still failing to properly diagnose and treat these injuries in returning troops, many of whom are receiving little or no treatment for lasting health issues. In this article, a reporter talks to medical experts and veterans about traumatic brain injuries and their effects on the physical and mental health of those who suffer them.
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