Military Health

Former Army Capt. Luis Carlos Montalván with Tuesday, his service dog. Photo credit: A Head for the Future

In honor of National Service Dog Month, three military veterans who have experienced TBI discuss the special connections they’ve made with service dogs.
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A veteran who dealt with the repercussions of suicide all her life shares her story and offers advice to others looking to overcome their struggles.
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What do you do when you can’t staunch the flood of tears, the exhaustion or the overwhelming sadness and regret? Try what this vet did.
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Fall sports are starting up. Here, an expert discusses the importance of concussion prevention when it comes to your child athletes.
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Sleep experts say people who have sleep problems need to get rid of all distractions. Photo by 8th Army

Sleep. We all need it, but it’s not always easy to get. Making these simple changes to your behavior and environment can help.
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