The Navy and Marine Corps unveiled new measures Tuesday intended to improve service members' access to mental health treatment by allowing them to confidentially request a referral from their supervisor or commanding officer. The Hon. Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro issued a message to the services implementing what's known as the Brandon Act. Named after a Sailor who died by suicide in 2018, the new policy allows members to "seek help confidentially for any reason, thereby reducing the stigma associated with seeking mental health treatment. Brandon Caserta, a 21-year-old aircrew aviation electrician's mate died by suicide on June 25, 2018. The American Forces Network produces and delivers unique, immediate and uninterrupted media services to inform and entertain overseas DoD personnel and families. (U.S. Navy audio produced by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Riley McDowell)
| Date Taken: | 07.14.2023 |
| Date Posted: | 07.20.2023 20:15 |
| Category: | Newscasts |
| Audio ID: | 75493 |
| Filename: | 2307/DOD_109766659.mp3 |
| Length: | 00:01:00 |
| Year | 2022 |
| Genre | Blues |
| Location: | JP |
| Web Views: | 12 |
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