Latest "suicide prevention" stories

Keeping firearms out of easy reach key to preventing military suicides

An independent commission made more than 100 recommendations to the Pentagon to prevent rising troop suicides, including restricting access to guns.

By Meghann Myers

3 months ago

VA defends suicide prevention data, says problem is improving

About 17 veterans die by suicide each day, according to the latest department data.

By Leo Shane III

8 months ago

Veterans suicide rate may be double federal estimates, study suggests

Researchers found problems with how military status is recorded and how drug overdoses are classified.

By Leo Shane III

9 months ago

The military may be required to start tracking suicides by job assignments

In hope of more answers, the plan is part of the Senate's annual defense authorization bill up for debate in coming weeks.

By Leo Shane III

10 months ago

New military suicide prevention study group to begin work this summer

The 10-member panel will offer a report on improvements to suicide prevention efforts within the armed forces early next year.

By Leo Shane III

13 months ago

Spike in veteran calls expected with launch of new three-digit suicide prevention line this summer

Veterans Affairs officials have hired hundreds of additional staffers to help with the increased workload.

By Leo Shane III

14 months ago

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