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Sunday, October 21, 2018

More Young Veterans Committing Suicide, VA Data Show



According to a new report, veterans accounted for 14% of suicides nationwide though they make up only 8% of the U.S. population.


WASHINGTON—The rate of suicide among young military veterans has increased substantially despite efforts by the Department of Veterans Affairs to curb the problem, though overall veteran suicides declined slightly, according to new data to be released Wednesday.


The VA’s National Suicide Data Report paints a troubling picture for vets ages 18 to 34, for some troops who served in the National Guard or reserves, as well as female veterans.




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