Elite Navy special warfare boat crews may be returning to duty with undiagnosed brain injuries, Pentagon watchdog warns

Source: Business Insider

There are gaps in reporting, screening, and follow-up evaluations, the report said, that may be allowing service members to return to duty with traumatic brain injuries. US Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Bill CarlisleA Pentagon watchdog says screening breakdowns may be sending operators back to duty with brain injuries. Crew members don't always report symptoms and skip follow-up appointments.