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Free Brain Scans Aim to Support Veterans' Mental Health

9/15/2025

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September marks Suicide Prevention Month, highlighting high suicide rates among U.S. veterans and first responders.
A clinic in Meridian, Idaho, provides free brain scans to assist these individuals.
Dr. Chad Woolner states that brain scans can identify trauma and PTSD.
Veteran Gary Walker stresses the need for awareness of brain health.
The initiative seeks to enhance access to mental health resources this month.

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Story summary

September marks Suicide Prevention Month, highlighting high suicide rates among U.S. veterans and first responders.
A clinic in Meridian, Idaho, provides free brain scans to assist these individuals.
Dr. Chad Woolner states that brain scans can identify trauma and PTSD.
Veteran Gary Walker stresses the need for awareness of brain health.
The initiative seeks to enhance access to mental health resources this month.