SUICIDE PREVENTION

Local NC newspapers are covering OWF founder Jonathan Milkovich's 700-mile run across the state, a veteran and first responder mental health awareness journey now underway through Oct. 7.

Camp Resilience's Jeff Ladieu is running 222 miles across New Hampshire, 22 a day, to raise $100,000 for veteran and first responder mental health programs.

Pennsylvania officials and veterans groups met this week to confront rising veteran suicide rates, highlighting new safety programs and the role of community support.

A national VA telehealth program is now reaching veterans at every VA health system, filling the gap between a mental health crisis and long-term care.

Virginia's DVS opened its sixth round of SOS grants, $4M for community groups fighting veteran suicide and opioid addiction, applications due Sept. 30.

Richland Community College's 6th annual Operation Obstacle race returns Sept. 19 to raise awareness for veteran suicide prevention and fund student veteran support.

A new JAMA study finds veteran suicidal ideation up nearly 50% in five years, while fewer than 37% of affected veterans get mental health care.

A new Rutgers study finds nearly 4 in 5 veterans who died by firearm suicide never disclosed their intent, pointing to the need for community-based prevention.

A new Rutgers study finds nearly 4 in 5 veterans who died by firearm suicide never disclosed their intent, pointing to the need for community-based prevention.