Learn Why Veteran Suicide Rate Is Increasing and What This Group Is Doing

with Phil Taub of Swim with a Mission

Since the pandemic the suicide rate among veterans has doubled from an astounding 22 per day to 44 veterans each day. Swim with a Mission raises money for veterans services and programs from service dogs to art therapy. Co-Founder Phil Taub explains.

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Mar 14, 2022

Hosted by: Nathan O'Leary
Produced by: Greater Boston Newsmakers Team
#New Hampshire #General Interest #Community #Local
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