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VIDEO January 19, 2024

Marine veteran pushes for use of psychedelic-assisted therapies for PTSD

Juliana Mercer, director of public policy for the nonprofit organization Healing Breakthrough in San Diego, discusses how treatment involving MDMA can improve veterans' mental health challenges.

MENTAL HEALTH January 19, 2024

Marine vet touts benefits of psychedelic-assisted PTSD drugs as FDA considers MDMA approval

A drug application for psychedelic-assisted therapies has been filed for FDA approval. Marine Corps veteran Juliana Mercer shares the benefits of the treatment, with doctors also weighing in.

MILITARY December 29, 2023

Marine veteran to run 450th marathon despite recent cancer treatment: ‘For the wounded warriors’

Marine Corps veteran Hank Donigan aims to run 50 marathons in 2023 to raise money for wounded warriors through the Semper Fi & America's Fund, while also battling cancer.

Digital Originals November 11, 2023

Air Force veteran and his wife faced PTSD head-on with the help of All Secure Foundation

Air Force veteran Eric Ballester of Arizona, along with his wife, Sandra Ballester, shared their personal story of battling through PTSD — and how they turned to All Secure Foundation for help.

HEALTH October 20, 2023

Suicide and genetics: Study identifies 12 DNA variations that could increase the risk

Researchers from the University of Utah Health have identified 12 genetic variations that are linked to a higher risk of suicide, according to a study published in The American Journal of Psychiatry.

Veterans September 28, 2023

Female combat veterans left in cold by loophole as group of women senators steps in

Sen. Jacky Rosen and four other women senators are calling on the Defense Department and VA to ensure that female combat veterans get access to vital benefits.

Veterans September 24, 2023

VA crisis line failed to send help for vet who committed suicide: report

The Veterans Affairs crisis line failed to adequately respond to a veteran who texted the line and warned he was in a place with the materials to commit suicide.

LIFESTYLE September 23, 2023

What is ayahuasca? Pastor of ayahuasca-based church reveals the history and truth behind the drug

Ayahuasca is an Amazonian plant medicine that has a unique effect that some people call spiritual. Pastor Derek Januszewski of Pachamama Sanctuary in Maine shared more detail.

Veterans September 19, 2023

Army veteran says faith in God saved his life after 12 suicide attempts: 'Something stronger than myself'

JP Lane lost his legs after he was blown up by an IED during deployment in Afghanistan. He fought through mental health issues — and shared what kept him alive after 12 suicide attempts.

MEDICAL RESEARCH September 18, 2023

Study on MDMA's use to treat PTSD could send therapy method to FDA for approval by 2024

A study looking into how MDMA can be used to treat post traumatic stress disorder showed symptoms decreased to levels that could no longer be diagnosed as PTSD

LIFESTYLE September 15, 2023

National POW/MIA Recognition Day reminds Americans of 'nobility' of war heroes and the need to do better

National POW/MIA Recognition Day was established under President Carter in 1979 and is honored on the third Friday of September with presidential proclamation.