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 III10 months ago
New 988 suicide prevention hotline gives vets, troops an easier option for emergency careOfficials expect a spike in requests for veteran suicide prevention services even though the new hotline isn't aimed specifically at military individuals.By Leo Shane III10 months ago
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 III19 months ago
Delay in release of annual veterans suicide report raises concernsThe report is typically made public by now, but VA officials have no planned release date for this year.By Leo Shane III3 years 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
Investigation finds multiple mistakes in VA’s reporting of on-campus suicidesThe department's 55 reported deaths included at least 14 cases where researchers found major mistakes.By Leo Shane III3 years ago