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The Secretary of Defense, Lloyd Austin, acknowledges that the suicide rate in the U.S. military is increasing, and he is working to provide support and easier access to mental health care. Promoting mental health wellness is an important step towards reducing suicide, but more intervention is needed for those struggling with their mental health.
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