TBI and Substance Abuse: Military Resources
TBI and Substance Abuse: Military Resources – The military is offering stronger services for service members and vets who have TBI and substance abuse issues, such as the availability of regional care co…
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Journey of Hope Support Group for parents and families who have a loved one suffering from addiction. The group is a confidential, safe … The American Legion will provide assistance for veterans, dependents and widows in applying for VA benefits …
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ACLJ lawsuit against IRS swells to 41 conservative groups
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They are seeking injunctive relief to protect their clients from retaliation as well as compensatory and punitive monetary damages. A pro-life group is among … “Imagine the outcry if Planned Parenthood or NARAL was subjected to this abuse. This is …
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Supreme Court strikes down DOMA, clears way for gay marriage in California
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This confusing array of regulations is reflected more broadly in the disparate treatment of gay couples between states. And the court's decision did not touch on another part of the federal marriage law that says a state does not have to recognize a …
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UB to study substance abuse among war vets
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The research will follow recent studies by the Veterans Administration that found substance abuse was the most common health problem among veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan. In the study, 19 percent of military personnel reported heavy drinking in the …
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