The Department of Defense leads in the treatment and research of brain-related injuries and is committed to identifying breakthroughs to improve the lives of individuals who have sustained brain injuries. DOD’s efforts address a holistic view at brain health and brain injuries—before, during, and after any blast exposure or other injury.
The DOD considers protecting, treating, and optimizing brain health a top priority.
TBI, considered one of the signature wounds of war in the 21st century, presents complex and challenging problems for many of our service members.
More than 509,000 service members have sustained TBI since 2000, according to reports from the Traumatic Brain Injury Center of Excellence.
See below for TBI resources for health care providers, leaders, service members, veterans, families, and caregivers.
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