New Website to Help Prevent Soldier Suicide

Nationally, an average of 16.8 veterans a day die by suicide. The Missouri veteran suicide rate is higher than the national veterans average. 

To help further the state’s efforts in reducing suicides, Governor Mike Parson announced that the Missouri Governor’s Challenge Team to Prevent Suicide among Service Members, Veterans, and their Families has launched a new website. 

The site provides general information on the team’s projects and strategic priorities, the impact suicide is having on the military community, and resources for both members of the military community and for anyone wishing to support them. The website also offers access to free online military culture and suicide prevention training through PsychArmor for healthcare providers, veterans, employers, military family members, and others.