The US Army says suicide among soldiers appears to be rising
again this year, after setting a record in 2007.
So far this year, there are 62 confirmed suicides among
active duty soldiers and National Guard and Reserve troops
called to active duty. Another 31 deaths appear to be
suicides but are still being investigated.
Officials said Thursday that if all are confirmed, that means
that the number of suicides in 2008 could surpass those of
last year, when there were 115 - the highest on record.
Army leaders say they are redoubling their efforts against
the problem - continuing to bolster prevention programs,
issuing a new interactive video and adding an additional
programme to basic training starting in January.
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