Latest "Veterans Suicide" stories

VA to pay for all emergency mental health care starting next week

The policy includes costs for care both inside the VA health system and for private-sector emergency visits.

By Leo Shane III

3 weeks ago

Calls to veterans suicide hotline spiked over New Year’s holiday

Compared to the New Year’s Eve 2021 and New Year’s Day 2022, the call volume each day was up almost 30%.

By Leo Shane III

4 weeks ago

VA suicide prevention efforts need more focus on gun safety training

The VA Inspector General found problems with gun safety training completion and follow-through.

By Leo Shane III

3 months ago

VA secretary looks for progress on veterans suicide, homelessness soon

Veterans can't wait decades for the pressing problems to be resolved, he said in a recent interview with Military Times.

By Leo Shane III

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

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

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