Also in this issue:  

PVA President's Message  Until the injustice our veterans face every single day no longer exists, we will be here pushing these chairs until every single promise to all veterans and their families is kept.

Reasons & Remarks Redivivus  The new VA secretary must address the specialized services needed by our veterans and the unique capability of the VA to deliver the care that is required.

Access through Architecture  American Institute of Architects (AIA) is a good starting point in making accessible modifications to a home.

Healing Options  Xenon is believed to play a key role in minimizing damage after neurological injury, including SCI.

Diagnosis: MS  National MS Society funds more than 440 research projects in effort to prevent, treat, and cure multiple sclerosis.

Mobility and More  Guidelines given to increase safety of wheelchair-seated riders. Transfer into the motor-vehicle seat is recommended if possible.

Research Update  Course of action for SCI patients: Wait for a well-designed study with compelling animal data from several labs and for a small pilot study in humans to show that the risks of the treatment are minimal.

Living Well  People with SCI show an increased risk of developing heart disease.

Sexuality and SCI  Performance anxiety is common after SCI since the experience may be very different than it was before injury.

On the Job  Job outlook brighter for severely injured combat vets with opening of VA's new Veterans Employment Coordination Service.

Travel Tips  The buildings and streets in Montenegro may be inaccessible, but the country's people are working hard to overcome barriers.

Sports and Recreation  Billiards results from events in Memphis and Reno. Also: Trapshoot and bowling action, and U.S. Disabled Ski Team is now the U.S. Adaptive Ski Team to better reflect its members' athleticism.

People in the News  Military Writers Society of America honors Hodge Wood. Also: Frequent PN contributor Frank Cáceres is a prolific novelist.

Veteran Advisor  Vets with functional impairment from a chronic medical condition are most likely eligible for respite care.

A Closer Look  Herb Drill reports on the speakers, products, and services in the spotlight at the WCD Expo in Jacksonville.

Newsbeat  Generous gift from Edward Rose Associates will help paralyzed vets eliminate architectural obstacles in their homes.

Information Center  Video offers tips for selecting a personal caregiver. Also: Books and videos relating to the workplace and legal rights.

Innovations  Device can be used as both a dressing aid and a shoehorn. Also: The Altimate Medical Bantom is a pediatric stander.

And Finally...  Stan Brown: "As a wheelchair user requiring the assistance of others, I want the best help I can find. A person's skin pigment is not relevant."