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From: VA Public Affairs <VAPublicAffairs@va.gov>
Date: Thu, Sep 5, 2013 at 7:19 AM
Subject: VA Marks Suicide Prevention Month
To: VANEWS-L@listserv.va.gov
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To view and download VA news release, please visit the following Internet
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*VA Focuses National Attention on Suicide Prevention Month 2013*
*Collaborates with Communities to Help Veterans Access Mental Health Support
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WASHINGTON (Sept. 5, 2013) — In recognition of September as Suicide
Prevention Month, the Department of Veterans Affairs is mobilizing people
and organizations nationwide to support Veterans in crisis and spread the
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Throughout the month, VA suicide prevention coordinators at all 151 VA
medical centers will organize community events, host health fairs, lead
training sessions and work with VA Voluntary Service to improve Veterans'
lives. VA is also launching a new Suicide Prevention Month public service
announcement, "Talking About It
September.
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"VA's highest priority is the mental health and well-being of the brave men
and women who have served our Nation. Even one suicide is one too many,"
said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki. "va is a leader in
providing high-quality mental health care that improves and saves Veterans'
lives. We know that treatment works, and there is hope for Veterans who
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This year's theme, "It Matters," emphasizes the people, relationships and
experiences that matter to Veterans and their loved ones, reinforcing their
personal connections and giving their lives hope and meaning. To spark
conversation about the difficult topics of suicide risk and prevention, VA
will unveil a photo-sharing campaign, "Show Us What
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