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Do Military Veterans Have More Health Problems Than Civilians?

Shauna Wright — Wed, 08 Aug 2012 17:32:25 +0000

A new report from the CDC finds that men who’ve served in the military carry a heavier health burden than civilians — in fact, veterans are significantly more likely to have two or more chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease and high blood pressure.

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Military Member Sues After Pacifist Landlord Tells Him to Rent Elsewhere

Shauna Wright — Thu, 07 Jun 2012 13:01:41 +0000

A Boston landlord and self-proclaimed pacifist has found herself in hot water of the legal sort after she told a military member his service presented a “conflict of interest” and suggested he find an apartment someplace else.

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10 Moving Soldier Homecomings for Memorial Day

Kathy Landin — Mon, 28 May 2012 20:23:59 +0000

The service men and women of our country make huge sacrifices to fight battles on our behalf and keep the freedoms we hold dear. One of those sacrifices is being away from their families and loved ones for long periods of time. The only thing that makes this sacrifice bearable for most is the incredible sweetness of coming home, even if it is only for a short leave.

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Soldier Dad and Daughter Have Heartwarming Reunion in Front of Packed Auditorium

Mithun Divakaran — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 19:09:06 +0000

No matter how old they get, some daughters will always be “daddy’s little girl.” Here’s a soldier homecoming video that proves that point, with lots of tears.

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CNY Soldiers Coming Home After Deployment To Iraq

WIBX — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 20:16:11 +0000

Utica, NY (WIBX) - Twenty-One Central New York soldier are returning home after a seven month deployment to Iraq.

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