Military could lower suicide rate with focus on quality of life

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Military could lower suicide rate with focus on quality of life
By Anne Marshall-Chalmers, The War Horse
Sep 17, 08:00 AM
Military officials recommend reaching out to people who may be having difficulties and then helping them get to resources, such as the suicide helpline, if they are at risk for suicide.
Military officials recommend reaching out to people who may be having difficulties and then helping them get to resources, such as the suicide helpline, if they are at risk for suicide. (Photo illustration by Joshua J. Seybert/Air Force)

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