From service to crisis: The critical need for enhanced suicide prevention for veterans

Editor's Note: September is National Suicide Prevention and Recovery Month and therefore we will be covering a critical and often overlooked issue: the alarming rate of suicides in rural Oklahoma. In this four-part series, we will delve into the unique challenges faced by our communities, where isolation, limited resources, and stigma can create formidable barriers to mental health support. Through in-depth reporting and personal stories, we aim to shed light on the underlying causes and highlight efforts being made to address this crisis. Our goal is to spark conversation, inspire action, and offer hope to those in need.