Latest "suicide prevention" stories

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

4 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

5 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

7 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

9 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

10 months ago

Military suicide prevention efforts are falling short, Pentagon concedes

The number of active-duty suicides increased every year from 2015 to 2020.

By Leo Shane III

11 months ago

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