shrinking stump

[RENARDWC at ctrvax.Vanderbilt.Edu]

From: Anthony Barr

The energy currently utilized on the "stump" word debate could be
replaced with consumer advocacy efforts in procuring improved O&P
coverage from private and government insurers. There is presently very
important national legislation being debated in Congress that if passed
could set a precedent for increased O&P coverage for all American
amputees. The Barr Foundation receives over 100 applications per month
requesting prosthetic funding assistance. There is currently a shortage
of acceptable prosthetic insurance coverage and it's getting worse!

We could all make a difference for everyone by picking up the phone or
writing a short letter to the sponsor, Congressman Robert Wexler (D-FLA)
and your Congressman urging support for the William G. Barr Amputee
Protection Act of 1999: House Resolution #1938.

Unless you are completely satisfied with your current prosthetic
coverage protection, consider making a real difference in receiving the
most advanced prosthetic technology for yourself and others in the
future by supporting this legislation.

The bill can be read at

                     www.oandp.com/barr

and the contact address and phone# is there. You can make a real
difference in prosthetic rehabilitation. Who else is going to do it for
you?

Speaking of stumps check this site out for the lighter side!

                      www.stumps.org

Anthony T. Barr President,
The Barr Foundation www.oandp.com/barr
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----- Original Message -----
From: Stacey Asby <rsasby at msn.com>
To: Amputee Information Network <amp-l at u.washington.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, August 24, 1999 7:40 AM