Veteran’s Mission to End PTSD Suicides

A Marine Corps veteran who witnessed more suicides than enemy fire in Iraq is now fighting to save lives back home. Justin Thompson founded Operation 22 Til Freedom, a nonprofit dedicated to slashing the daily toll of veteran suicide by connecting vets with free, stigma-free mental health care. With Iowa alone losing 67 veterans to suicide in 2023 — nearly double the national average — Thompson’s mission is urgent. Local communities are rallying behind him, turning car shows into fundraisers and lifelines. He’s not just surviving his trauma — he’s turning it into purpose, proving that no veteran should face their battles alone. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7a403d5c7b2d29e6