Suicide

New 988 suicide prevention hotline gives vets, troops an easier option for emergency care

[ad_1] The new 988 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, which launched this weekend, isn’t aimed specifically at veterans, but advocates are…

2 years ago

Can we honor deaths by suicide on Memorial Day?

[ad_1] In 2016, shortly after my son’s passing, I wrote that “The older you get, the faster time goes by.”Adam…

2 years ago

New military suicide prevention study group to begin work this summer

[ad_1] Defense Department officials on Tuesday unveiled members of panel charged with studying suicide prevention and behavioral health programs across…

2 years ago

DOD Names Lead for Suicide Prevention and Response Independent Review Committee > U.S. Department of Defense > Defense Department News

[ad_1] In March, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III announced the establishment of a Suicide Prevention and Response Independent…

2 years ago

VA Secretary promises quicker action on burn pit benefits, veteran suicide

[ad_1] Secretary of Veterans Affairs Denis McDonough says he feels personal urgency to speed up efforts to help veterans suffering…

2 years ago

New White House suicide prevention plan for troops, vets emphasizes gun safety

[ad_1] White House officials on Tuesday will unveil their new plan to end veteran and military suicide, with an increased…

3 years ago

Suicide Prevention Is Ongoing Issue for All Personnel, DOD Official Says > U.S. Department of Defense > Defense Department News

[ad_1] The health and well-being of our service members, DOD civilian employees and families is paramount for force readiness, Gilbert…

3 years ago

All 7 living former SECVAs seek ‘National Warrior Call Day’ to raise military suicide awareness

[ad_1] All seven living former Veterans Affairs secretaries are calling for Sun., Nov. 21, to be declared “National Warrior Call…

3 years ago

Following Report, DOD to Redouble Suicide Prevention Efforts > U.S. Department of Defense > Defense Department News

[ad_1] Personnel who need help should visit www.militaryonesource.mil, call 800-342-9647, or chat online with the Veterans and Military Crisis Line:…

3 years ago

VA Hospital Prohibited Service Dogs, Leading To Veteran’s Suicide

[ad_1] Sadly, it took a veteran’s death by suicide for a VA hospital to change their service dog policies. The…

3 years ago