Radio Health Journal

Saving Our Veterans: The Shocking New Trend In Military SuicideAfter decades of rising veteran suicide rates, new research has revealed a dramatic downward trend since the pandemic. While various outreach programs and expanded crisis resources appear to be working, experts are now racing to identify which specific initiatives are driving this life-saving shift. Our guests discuss how community partnerships and early intervention strategies are successfully reaching those most at risk.Guests: Jeffrey Howard, professor of public health, University of Texas at San Antonio; Todd Burnett, PsyD, acting executive director, VA Office of Suicide PreventionHost: Elizabeth Westfield Producer: Kristen Farrah   Masculine Depression: A Father’s Journey Through Postpartum DepressionWhile conversations surrounding postpartum depression often focus on mothers, a significant number of men are also struggling with this condition – now recognized as paternal postpartum depression. Experts note that as fathers take on more active