[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 43 (Friday, March 14, 2014)]
[House]
[Page H2438]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       TUBEROUS SCLEROSIS COMPLEX

  (Mr. McNERNEY asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute.)
  Mr. McNERNEY. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in 
supporting the important research being done at the Department of 
Defense into treating tuberous sclerosis complex or TSC.
  Individuals with TSC experience tumors in the brain and other vital 
organs, which can result in seizures, kidney failure, and other serious 
health problems. I have had the opportunity to meet with people 
affected by this illness and understand how critical it is to continue 
medical research into treatments while scientists develop a cure for 
TSC.
  Funding the DOD TSC research program is essential in developing new 
clinical treatments and medical breakthroughs for the disorder. In 
addition, this research has applications for other medical conditions, 
such as traumatic brain injuries, which are common in combat and sports 
injuries. TSC research breakthroughs will likely also have applications 
to some specific cancers.
  By committing support and funding for this important research, we 
give hope to those living with TSC and other chronic illnesses to help 
them live long and healthy lives.

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