The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provides inconsistent treatment to veterans with depression and may be underestimating the number of vets who suffer from the condition, according to a government watchdog agency.The VA also needs to do a better job monitoring veterans who are prescribed antidepressants and in tracking suicides, according to a new
Gao Report: Va Provides Inconsistent Treatment To Veterans With Depression
By Cara Rosner Conn. Health I-Team Writer, New Haven Register
Thu, 12/18/2014 - 11:32am
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