HYDE-SMITH ENCOURAGES PARTICIPATION IN UPCOMING ‘NATIONAL WARRIOR CALL DAY’ TO AID U.S. VETERANS & SERVICEMEMBERS

HYDE-SMITH ENCOURAGES PARTICIPATION IN UPCOMING 'NATIONAL WARRIOR CALL DAY' TO AID U.S. VETERANS & SERVICEMEMBERS

Miss. Senator Cosponsored Bipartisan, Senate-Passed Resolution Aimed at Fostering Connections & Combatting Rising Suicide Rates

WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today encouraged Mississippians to take the next month to prepare for "National Warrior Call Day," November 17, 2024, to actively engage with veterans and active servicemembers in an effort to curb the mental health risks many servicemembers face after defending our nation.

Hyde-Smith is an original cosponsor of the National Warrior Call Day Resolution (S.Res.838), which the Senate approved late last month.

"As Americans, it's our patriotic duty to honor and stand by those who stood for us. The National Warrior Call Day resolution is a powerful reminder that that we all have a role to play in supporting veterans and those in the Armed Forces. Reaching out, listening, and letting our heroes know they are valued and not forgotten can make a profound difference," Hyde-Smith said.

The resolution underscores the alarming rise in suicide rates among veterans and military personnel, and calls for outreach to these individuals to help combat feelings of isolation that may prevent them from seeking help, potentially leading to self-harm. It also highlights the need for increased research into the connection between traumatic brain injuries and the mental health challenges faced by our servicemembers.

The resolution was introduced by U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) and Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) to promote National Warrior Call Day and reinforce the nation's commitment to support those who have served our nation.

"We have a responsibility to support the brave men and women who have served this nation that extends well beyond their time in the line of duty," said Shaheen. "Our bipartisan resolution designates a National Warrior Call Day to help strengthen relationships between veterans and civilians and better keep lines of communication open in order to share resources and provide support."

"Americans can never fully pay back those who serve in defense of America. We can, however, make sure that active military members and veterans have access to the support they need after serving to lead active and healthy lives. This bipartisan resolution will raise awareness on the importance of building relationships with those who defend our freedom," Cotton said.

Information regarding suicide prevention among veterans can be found here, and among active duty service members here.

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