Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is considered the signature injury among military service members who served in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. South Carolina has a huge military presence. Approximately 58,493 Department of Defense personnel as well as approximately 397,649 veterans including 63,882 military retirees reside in the state. That's 9.2% of the entire state population, and the 8th highest percentage of all 50 states.

This is why BIASC has committed to focusing on the intersection of brain injury and veterans. We know this population exists in our state and needs to be addressed regarding brain injury.