New White House suicide prevention plan for troops, vets emphasizes gun safety The plan comes 16 months after the last White House roadmap to end suicide among veterans and troops.By Leo Shane III23 months ago
Plans for vets suicide prevention training, new three-digit emergency mental health crisis line signed into lawPresident Donald Trump finalized the measures on Saturday evening.By Leo Shane III3 years ago
Second lady Karen Pence, a Marine mom, takes key role in veterans suicide prevention effortThe military mom will spearhead a White House campaign on veterans mental health and suicide prevention in coming months.By Leo Shane III3 years ago
Long-awaited report on veterans suicide calls for public awareness campaign, better research toolsThe roadmap also calls for more community partnerships and broader discussion about safe storage of guns for veterans dealing with mental health problems.By Leo Shane III3 years ago
Suicide remains growing challenge for younger veterans, survey showsThe survey of IAVA members saw increases in the number of individuals who have thought about harming themselves or lost a friend to suicide.By Leo Shane III4 years ago
Plenty of plans on preventing veterans suicide, but no agreement on what comes firstLawmakers have bold goals for suicide prevention bills this session, but differing plans could stall efforts to find solutions.By Leo Shane III4 years ago
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