That's the percentage of noncombat firearm-related deaths between 2002 and 2011 identified as suicides, among servicemembers ages 30 and older, according to data in the September issue of the Armed Forces Health Surveillance Center's Medical Surveillance Monthly Report.
As we reach the end of another week, it's time for the latest CDP News. The CDP frequently receives questions regarding upcoming dates and locations for our 1-week civilian training program, "Addressing the Psychological Needs of Warriors and Their Families." In order to facilitate planning for interested individuals, we are posting a tentative list of our scheduled trainings for 2013.
“Do as I say, not as I do.”
How often have we given advice…wonderful, wise advice…to our patients and never once considered its relevance to ourselves? The answer to this is, of course, often, very, very often.
Clinicians routinely talk to patients about the need for balance between work and personal life, the importance of good sleep hygiene, exercise, socialization and eating well. What prevents many of us from acting on this advice?
The number of beneficiaries, worldwide, that are served by the military health care system, according to a new report from the Congressional Research Service, Military Medical Care: Questions and Answers (PDF).