Veterans and Military Family Health
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Service members and veterans may face some different health issues than civilians. Their families may also face some unique challenges, such as:
- Being separated from their loved ones.
- Worrying about a loved ones' safety in combat zones.
- Coping as a single parent while their partner is deployed.
- Having to move frequently.
- Helping their loved one deal with Illnesses and injuries from combat, including disabilities. This can lead to caregiver stress.
- Helping their loved one cope with the mental health effects of military service. These could include depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Dealing with these challenges can be difficult. Some possible sources of help include:
- Getting support from your family and community
- Using military outreach programs, which help families feel less isolated
- Professional counseling
Questions for your care team
General prompts to help prepare for your appointment.
- How does this information apply to my situation?
- Which symptoms or results need evaluation?
- Which tests are useful, and what can they tell us?
- What care options, benefits, and risks should we discuss?
- When should I seek urgent help, and whom should I call?
- When is follow-up, and how will we know whether the plan is working?
For a life-threatening emergency, call 911 in the U.S. or your local emergency number.
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