Also in this issue:  

PVA President's Message  We demand that the price that was paid for freedom be paid back to those who gave their blood, limbs, and minds.

Reasons & Remarks Redivivus  We must be proactive to make sure that veterans' and healthcare issues are addressed in a timely and effective manner.

Travel Tips  Capital city of Montenegro shows limited accessibility; tips offered to get around the "roadblocks" and to make the trip by air more comfortable.

Research Update  Workshop looks at current clinical ultrasound practices and new initiatives in early phases of research.

ALS Awareness  Registry of people with Lou Gehrig's Disease expected to help in determining why veterans are at a much greater risk of ALS than the general population.

Q & A  Jana Stump Shelfer is Team USA Paralympic basketball champion and works weekdays on a talk-radio program.

Computer Corner  Tips offered on flossing devices, water bottles, and monitors for blood pressure and glucose.

On the Job  Study shows that the low employment rate of people with disabilities is the result of labor-market barriers. Also: Awards presented, alliance formed, and best jobs listed.

Living Well  Popular wrinkle remover is also used to treat secondary complications associated with spinal-cord injury.

People in the News  PVA awards 12 scholarships for 2008-2009 school year, and a generous donation from a PVA member results in two additional scholarships.

Mobility and More  Clark Smith designs and builds accessible three-wheel motorcycle.

Money Talks  Changes in market conditions means you should look at, and possibly change, the allocations in your investment portfolio.

A Closer Look  Ceremonies across the U.S. honor our nation's veterans; children express their appreciation in pictures and words in PVA poster and essay contests.

Sports and Recreation  Indoor wheelchair soccer winners are crowned. Also: Fishing for disabled military personnel and vets are introduced to indoor archery.

Newsbeat  Helping Hands: Monkey Helpers for the Disabled, Inc., offers chance for independence and hope to people with severe disabilities. (Featured on this month's PN front cover.)

Veteran Advisor  Senior PVA NSO Norman Hungerford offers suggestions in setting up an emergency plan in case of disaster.

Information Center  DVD chronicles group's (some disabled) trek through Himalayas. Also: A booklet on interacting with people who have disabilities, a book on life lessons, a video on dealing with quadriplegia, and a book of essays on adjusting to injury.

And Finally...  Early Acute Management in Adults with Spinal Cord Injury: A Clinical Practice Guideline for Health-Care Professionals addresses the first 72 hours postinjury.