‘Connection saves lives': What to know about veteran suicide prevention efforts

As Suicide Prevention Month comes to a close, mental health advocates say awareness efforts must continue, particularly as veteran suicide remains a nationwide crisis. An average of 17 veterans died by suicide each day in 2023, according to the 2025 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report from the Department of Veterans Affairs. Mental health experts and organizations such as the Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) say recognizing warning signs and simply reaching out can make a life-saving difference. Finding hope through connection Chante Franco, a U.S. Army veteran and WWP advocate, sur

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