VA's Suicide Prevention Message Carried on 21,000 Buses
U.S. Newswire, June, 2009
To: NATIONAL EDITORS
Contact: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Public Affairs, 1-202-461-7600
WASHINGTON, June 19 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The telephone number for the suicide prevention "lifeline" of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is now being carried on more than 21,000 city buses in 124 communities across the United States and will run until Sept. 1, 2009.
The advertisements carry a message of hope for those who have served their country and are undergoing an emotional crisis.
"We continue to look for new, innovative ways to reach our Veterans," Assistant Secretary Tammy Duckworth said. "VA wants to make sure to exhaust all avenues to reach those in need of our services."
VA is partnering with Blu Line Media, an outdoor...
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